How to Become a Cover Letter Writing Machine (Part Two)

How to Become a Cover Letter Writing Machine (Part Two)How to Become a Cover Letter Writing Machine (Part Two)Last week, we reviewed how creating a cover letter template can save time and effort when sending out multiple job applications. However, even the best template needs to be customized before you send it out as a cover letter. Employers want to see evidence that you are specifically interested in the position you are applying for, and elend just mass mailing every company with a job posting.Here, step by step, is a guide to personalizing your cover letters1. departure by stating the purpose of your letter- to obtain the specific position advertised.I am writing to express my interest in the auffhrungs coordinator position at Company.2. Next, in one or two sentences, summarize why you are interested in and qualified for the role.As a recent graduate of State College with a major in Business Administration and two years of part-time experience in an event staff role, I am now se eking to begin my career in public relations and special events. I am confident that my ambition, attention to detail and strong work ethic would make me an asset to your team.3. Now, take a look at the section of your template that describes your qualifications. Heres an example of how it might look as part of the template (prior to customization)During my junior year of college, I worked part-time as part of the schools events staff. In this role, I helped to plan and staff campus events, including set-up and breakdown. My senior year, I was promoted to Events Manager and was responsible for supervising a team of five event staff members. These positions not only gave me valuable hands-on experience in event planning and on-site coordination, but also helped me to develop a great sense of teamwork and collaboration.4. Heres the key step even though you will use the qualifications paragraph in each cover letter, take an extra moment to add a sentence explaining how your experience specifically qualifies you for the position youre applying for. It may seem obvious to you, but spell it out for the hiring manager anyway. Hint dont be afraid to repeat key words from the job descriptionDuring my junior year of college, I worked part-time as part of the schools events staff. In this role, I helped to plan and staff campus events, including set-up and breakdown. My senior year, I was promoted to Events Manager and was responsible for supervising a team of five event staff members. These positions not only gave me valuable hands-on experience in event planning and on-site coordination, but also helped me to develop a great sense of teamwork and collaboration. I believe that my experience in these roles has prepared me to execute and plan programs for Company, including managing event logistics and supervising vendors and staff.5. Repeat the above steps for any other relevant experience or qualifications you have.Sure, its a bit more work to customize your cover lette rs. But the payoff- more interviews- is certainly worth the extra effort.