How to write a winning Cover Letter.

Cover letters are essential parts of every job application. Inasmuch as you would definitely need a CV to get the job. Cover letters show your prospective employer’s how deliberate you are for the desired jobs. In your cover letter you get to explain what you would contribute to the company and how you are the best one for the job.  However, to some employers the cover letter is very essential for the job application. 

To effectively and efficiently produce a great cover letter to get your desired job. You need to effectively carry out the following. 

Firstly, The greeting and salutation of your cover letter should be polite. The best way to address a cover letter is to use the person’s first and last name, including “Mr.” or “Ms.” If you know for sure that the company or industry is more casual, you can drop the title and last name. And if you’re not 100% positive whether to use “Mr.” or “Ms.” based on the name and some Googling, definitely skip the title.

Secondly, craft a killer opening or introduction in the first line. You could consider introducing with a first sentence that highlights your excitement about the company you’re applying to, your passion for the work you do, your interests or your past accomplishments. 

Thirdly, don’t repeat what you have in your CV in the cover letter. Surprisingly, many job seekers always make the mistake of repeating the things in their CV in the cover letter. Instead of that, expand on those bullet points to paint a fuller picture of your experiences and accomplishments, and show off why you’d be perfect for the job and the company.

Fourthly, Talk about how great the position would be for you and your resume. managers are aware of that,what they really want to know is what you’re going to bring to the company. Therefore you need to emphasize on your skills and how it can solve the problem the company is looking forward to solving. Employers employ problem solvers. 

Furthermore, highlight the right experiences, showcase your skills. Also include statistics, managers love to see statistics they show you’ve had a measurable impact on an organization or company you’ve worked for. Consider testimonials as well. You could get feedback from your co-workers or former colleagues that makes you stand out for your desired job. 

Finally, endeavor to finish the cover letter strong. Your closing paragraph is your last chance to emphasize your enthusiasm for the company or how you’d be a great fit for the position. After this, you could edit or go through your cover letter and you are good to go.