What is the main purpose of your cover letter? No, it's not to get the job. It is to get the interview. "Get Noticed! Get Hired!" |
How long do employers spend reviewing your cover letter? Researchers find that a cover letter may take only five to ten seconds to grab an employer's attention and to entice them to read your resume. |
When preparing your cover letter, should you think of it as a means to sell yourself effectively? Think of your cover letter as an advertisement that markets your skills and accomplishments relevant to the position. You want to entice the employer to read your resume. "You are both the product and the sales person!" |