The Perfect Cover Letter
Richard H. Beatty(Author)
Wiley (Publisher)
2nd Edition
Published on 31. October 1996
Book
Paperback/Softback
192 pages
978-0-471-12400-9 (ISBN)
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Description
The definitive guide to The Perfect Cover Letter--now revised and expanded A good cover letter says a lot about you. It showcases not only your writing style and skills, but other important personal qualities employers look for, and usually can't detect from your resume. With so much riding on it, a cover letter that attracts--and holds--the attention of your prospective employer is essential. This practical how-to manual shows you how to create highly effective letters designed to get you the interview you want. Newly revised and expanded, this indispensable guide offers a complete A-to-Z look at all the elements of a good cover letter, from its standard components to the proper format. Here's where you'll find: A brief introduction to cover letters--their purpose, how employers use them, how they're read Examples of winning letters, including general broadcast, executive search, networking, advertisement response, and personal introduction Tips on what makes a letter effective--and what doesn't Helpful guidelines on following up--writing the important thank you letter and more!
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Edition
2nd Revised edition
Language
English
Place of publication
New York
United States
Publishing group
John Wiley and Sons Ltd
Target group
College/higher education
Professional and scholarly
Edition type
Revised edition
Dimensions
Height: 229 mm
Width: 152 mm
Weight
255 gr
ISBN-13
978-0-471-12400-9 (9780471124009)
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RICHARD H. BEATTY is Chairman of Brandywine Consulting Group, a leading executive search and outplacement consulting firm. He is the author of several bestselling career books, including The Resume Kit and 175 High-Impact Cover Letters, both published by Wiley.
Content
An Introduction to Cover Letters; Cover Letter Format; Characteristics of Good Cover Letters; Characteristics of Poor Cover Letters; Advanced Preparation; Cover Letter Inclusions/Exclusions; General Broadcast Cover Letters; Executive Search Cover Letters; Advertising Response Cover Letters; Other Employment Letters; Index.