General Tips For Your Resume and Cover Letter
Cover letters and resumes always go hand in hand. One general rule when sending out your resume to potential employers is to never send one document without the other. Resumes are often ignored by recruiters 90% of the time if there are no cover letters being submitted with them. In fact, recruiters are always expecting to see cover letters and resumes that directly responds to the requirements that they need in a particular job posting.
A good cover letter acts as a short introduction of your skills and experience that will be later explained further by your resume. Here are five simple tips that you should remember when writing your cover letter.
1.Always name the position that you are applying for. If there is a job number, be sure to include it.
2.Do some research about the company and clearly state why you are the right person for the job.
3.Show them how your acquired skills and experience pars up or even exceeds their requirements.
4.Tailor your cover letter towards a specific or targeted employer.
Here are few things that you should avoid when writing your cover letter:
1.Avoid addressing your cover letter anonymously. Always be specific.
2.Never discuss to them why you need the job.
3.Avoid the use of phrases that may appear or sound casual. Stay professional.
4.Refrain from the use of software auto-correction tools. Proofread your document manually.
As for your resume, here are a few tips that you should consider:
1.Always state the facts.
2.Use proper emphasis on your key points and try to keep your sentences short.
3.Be sure that you summarize your objectives and qualifications.
4.Do not forget to proofread your resume.
Now, here are some things that you need to avoid writing in your resume:
1.Never make a novel out of your resume. Keep it down to a page or two.
2.Never include unnecessary information such as too much personal information.
3.Never discuss anything with regards to salary.
4.Avoid having a list of references at the end of your resume. Just write down the words “references are available upon request.”
In the end, your resume and cover letter should always be clear, concise and most of all, error free. Most importantly, your documents should be able to communicate fairly easily with anyone who reads it.
