Writing a Cover Letter

Writing a Cover Letter

21mBeginner2019-04-24

Authors

Jenny Foss

Jenny Foss

Career Strategist, Speaker, Recruiter, Voice of JobJenny.com

Course details

Cover letters matter. When done right, they spell out clearly who you are, what you have to offer, and—most importantly—why your skills, experience, and interests make you the perfect person for the job you’re vying for. In this course, join career strategist and Certified Professional Resume Writer Jenny Foss as she dives into the topic of cover letters, detailing how to craft one that helps you land the interview and—ultimately—the job. Explore the elements of an exceptional cover letter and learn how to craft a killer lead, provide direct evidence for why your skills align with a position, and close on a strong note. Plus, Jenny shares tips for getting your polished letter directly into the hands of decision-makers.

Skills covered

WritingPersonal BrandingJob SearchingCareer DevelopmentProjectMarketingProfessional Development

Concepts

Introduction

  • Why cover letters matter or do they

Understanding the Audience for Your Cover Letter

  • Three things decision makers look for

How to Craft a Killer Cover Letter - Start to Finish

  • The anatomy of a killer cover letter
  • The lead (and how to nail it)
  • Direct evidence - Show how you line up
  • The strong close

How to Get Your Cover Letter into the Right Hands

  • Why relying on an online portal is unwise
  • How to get your cover letter to the decision makers