Module 2: How to Craft a Killer Cover Letter (From Start to Finish)
What You'll Learn in this Module:
The anatomy of a killer cover letter must include these three things:
- A strong lead - a personal story to hook the reader
- Direct evidence - proof that you’ve got the specific skills that this company is looking for
- A strong close - one that’s neither a total snooze or an obnoxious hard sell
SAMPLE COVER 1 Cover Letter Crash Course.pdf
SAMPLE COVER 2 Cover Letter Crash Course.pdf
SAMPLE COVER 3 Cover Letter Crash Course.pdf
Lesson Summary
In this module, you will learn about crafting an effective cover letter, which should consist of three essential elements:
- A strong lead: Include a personal story to engage the reader.
- Direct evidence: Provide proof of possessing the specific skills sought by the company.
- A strong close: Ensure your conclusion is neither dull nor overly pushy.
The cover letters provided by the sample applicants exemplify these elements:
- Sarah Sample: Sarah exhibits enthusiasm and provides evidence of her administrative prowess and client relationship skills. She closes with a strong pitch for the Executive Assistant position at YOKEM.
- James Dean: James showcases his technical support leadership experiences and skills effectively. He expresses a keen interest in the Technical Support Manager role at Hammersaw.
- Andrew Morris: Andrew demonstrates his strategic consultancy and leadership abilities, emphasizing his problem-solving skills and industry knowledge. He expresses interest in the Principal, Strategy & Organizational Development position at the Unger Group.