STEPHEN
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Common Mistakes
* Inaccuracies and errors: ItÕs easy to brand yourself careless through spelling or grammatical errors. Neither are acceptable, and either can get you quickly dropped from consideration.
* Writing to a department or title: ItÕs always best to write to a real person with a real title. The exception to this is when youÕre answering an ad and specific contact information is not provided.
* Exaggerating your experience: DonÕt "stretch" anything you say. Be completely truthful while still presenting yourself in the best possible light.
* Using "Dear Sir." Many cover letter readers are women. If you cannot get the name and title of someone to write to, itÕs safer to use a generic title like "Dear Human Resources Manager" or simply say "Dear Sir or Madam".
* Overusing "I." ItÕs okay to refer to yourself, but not in every sentence. Remember to use "you" even more. Show the "you" to whom you are writing that youÕre more concerned with meeting her or his needs than meeting your own.
* Forgetting to sign the letter or to attach your rˇsumˇ.
* Forgetting to give the employer a way to contact you. Never forget to include your home number, e-mail, or fax number.
Stand Out
* Be yourself. The "formula" is fine, but each letter should reflect your personality and your enthusiasm. Let it shine through. Take pride in who you are and what youÕve done. The reader is looking for a human being; a person who knows what he or she can offer and knows how to express it.
* Clearer expression. The fact is, most people come close to expressing what they really want to say, but usually miss the target. Take the time to craft your words and sentences to mean exactly what you intend, and youÕll be giant steps ahead.
* Write in the active tense. Active verbs are the key when writing cover letters and rˇsumˇs. Instead of saying, "...my best attributes include team play and motivating people," say "IÕm a dedicated team player who can motivate people..." The latter promises a go-getter of an employee - someone who can take action instead of waiting to be led by the hand.
got all that STE'?
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