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WRITING A COVER LETTER (PART B)

4. Sell yourself:

You have to let them know why you are right for the job.
Don't make the mistake of mentioning your skills and competencies without indicating why you are the best fit for the job.

Simple Examples:
- My ability to get along as well as my profound experience in solving complex problems will make me ideally suited for this job.
- I am passionate about XYZ mission and would love to bring my XYZ skills (list the skills) to this role.

In addition to this, you can list your achievements as they relate to the job.

Simple examples:
- Increased company sale by 120% which equaled $900M in Q2
- Trained 25 employees in my role on new company training model
Ensure they align with the job posting and let it be short

5. Conclude your letter and ask them to contact you:

The conclusion can be as simple as:
If you are searching for a competent Training Manager who has the drive to meet company goals effectively, we should speak. You may contact me at +1 (222) 555-9988 or [email protected]

Here's a Recap:
- Heading (Address and Who you are addressing to)
- Salutation
- Opening Paragraph (Who you are)
- 2nd Paragraph (Your skills and Qua.)
- 3rd Paragraph (Sell yourself and why you are a fit)
- Closing Paragraph (Ask them to contact you)
- Indicate any attachment.

What you shouldn't have on a cover letter:

1. Spelling / Grammar Errors
2. Info Not Related to the Job
3. Negative Comments about your past/ current employer
4. Very long paragraphs
5. Wrong Name of the Contact Person
6. Qualifications You Don’t Have
7. Personal information

In many cases, your cover letter can actually make the difference between getting selected for an interview or not.

Hence, it is a good opportunity and avenue to sell your skills, competencies and qualifications to the hiring manager.
All the best.

Credit: Tunde Omotoye ()