Covering Letter

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What is a covering letter? A covering letter expresses your interest in and qualifications for a position to a prospective employer

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Solicited application letters ,[object Object],[object Object],I believe that my knowledge of Information Technology Engineering and my proven communication and leadership skills make me a strong candidate for the position of Technical Manager that was posted by the Delta Airlines Job opportunities program.

Unsolicited application letters ,[object Object],[object Object],Do you have an opening in your technical department for a recent university graduate in Information Technology?

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Detailing your experience ,[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],As a Manager (Operations) at Bank One, I provided quality customer service while promoting the sale of products to customers. I also handled upwards of Rs.25,00,000 a day and was responsible for balancing the bank’s ATM machine.

Using active language—Don’ts ,[object Object],[object Object],Vague: I worked as a ramp agent at Comair. Weak: I attempted to attract customers.

Using active language—Do’s ,[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],Vague: I worked as a ramp agent for COMAIR. Specific : As a ramp agent, I assisted in loading baggage, oversaw fueling the aircraft, and stocked commissary items on the aircraft. Weak: I attempted to attract customers. Strong: I initiated a program to attract customers to Pizza Hut, which resulted in a 5% increase in sales for the month of June.

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