6 cover letter mistakes
Post on 18-Oct-2014
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How much effort did you put into the cover letter last time you applied for a job? In today’s competitive job market, cover letters are your chance to stand out from the crowd, so take the time to get it right and don't copy and paste. Make sure your letter does not cost you your dream job. Here are six mistakes to avoid.TRANSCRIPT
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6 cover letter mistakes that could cost you your dream job
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#1 Not writing one
“Now why would you think I cut corners when I didn’t include something you
asked for?”
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#2 Spelling and grammar
“I have great attention to detail.
Really. I do.”
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#3 Wrong name, wrong title, wrong company
“Great experience. Great candidate.
Shame they addressed this to Mr Jones – never
heard of him!”
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#4 Not addressing the criteria in the job ad
“I wouldn’t put my foot in my mouth
in a cover letter.
Would I?”
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#6 Giving them your life story
“Blah blah blah. Are you paying
attention to me?”
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But don’t get dejected… or rejected
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