What is Cover Letter

The cover letter is also called a letter of application or face letter, accompanies the resume. The application should not be more than one page long if it is accompanied by a data sheet or a resume although this rule is subordinate to the effectiveness and completeness of the letter.

A face letter includes the following essential points:

1. the source of the information
2. the job you are applying for
3. your primary assets stating your qualification needed to the job
4. names of persons you can use as reference
5. your desire for interview

The character references are at least three persons who can vouch for the capabilities, personality and character traits of the writer. They should be credible personalities, who are successful in their chosen fields of endeavor.

After the letter of application is presented comes the interview. After the interview, the applicant may send a thank you letter and answers to some questions raised during the interview. The applicant may preferably send more samples of his work or show continued interest. Follow up letters serve the same purpose of convincing the employer of the sincerity of the applicant and his capability for the job he is applying for.

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