Resumes and Cover Letter Trends
Employment is the goal of applying for a position. The applicant has specific tools that should be used to achieve this desired goal. The standard tools in the application process include the cover letter and the resume, as well as, in some cases, a completed application form. To use these tools effectively the applicant must know their purpose, their structure and how to transmit them to the employer with the best possible chance of employment.
The Cover Letter
Writing the cover letter is a difficult task. It is like an introduction to who you are, what you are seeking, and why you are applying for the position. The cover letter should create an initial impression and communicate skills and abilities—the added value that the applicant will bring to the job. It should be persuasive, showing why you are the right candidate, highlighting key work experience and education from the resume, thus encouraging the employer to read the resume. In general, the cover letter has three or four paragraphs, but it is not stylised to the extent that all cover letters have the same format. The beginning paragraph identifies the position you are seeking and gives a general statement connecting the position with your experience and background.
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