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Complete Guide to Writing Effective Resume Cover Letters: Step-by-Step Instructions With Companion CD-ROM |  | Author: Kimberly Sarmiento
Publisher: Atlantic Publishing Company (FL)
Category: Book
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Media: Paperback
Edition: Pap/Cdr
Pages: 336
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Dimensions (in): 8.9 x 5.9 x 0.8
ISBN: 1601382383
Dewey Decimal Number: 650.142
EAN: 9781601382382
Publication Date: June 17, 2009
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Your cover letter is what decides if a company looks at your résumé contacts you for an interview, or gets you placed in the rejection pile. Knowing that, it is important to create a well-written, eye-catching letter that sells your achievements and job skills to impress the recruiter. However, many people are unable to effectively translate their thoughts into words when faced with the task. That is where The Complete Guide to Writing Effective Résumé Cover Letters comes in. With this book you will be able to craft a letter that will undoubtedly land you the interview. In this new book, you will learn how to address your letter, how to grab the reader s attention immediately, how to format your letter, how to choose the font, how to be professional but persuasive, how to choose the type of paper, and how to target your letter. You will also learn about writing the different kinds of letters, including those in response to a classified advertisement, those in response to a blind advertisement, those sent to employment agencies, cold letters, and broadcast letters; writing style guidelines; what to include in your letter; writing for an online audience; cover letter styles; and common mistakes recruiters abhor. Additionally, you will find examples of effective and ineffective letters, proven tips for making your letter stand out, sample phrases to use, and letters for new graduates, for professionals, and for those changing careers. Also included are samples specific to job industries, including administration and clerical; accounting; banking and finance, government; health care and social services; hospitality and food service; human resources; law enforcement and legal; manufacturing; sales, marketing, and customer service; skilled trades; technology; and science and engineering. The companion CD-ROM is packed with samples and worksheets to help you brainstorm and create a successful cover letter. By following the step-by-step instructions outlined in The Complete Guide to Writing Effective résumé Cover Letters you will ensure that your letter will impress the recruiter and that you will be contacted for an interview. In the end you will create a tool that will be of enormous importance to you in your job search.
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Looks very hopefull February 22, 2010
Mystery
Due to current workload I had not the time I wanted to have to read this book.I paged through the book and from what I saw and read it did ring certain bells in my head.
In the current economic situation it is important to have a very good cover letter attached with your resume. This book will certainly give you the tools you need for your outstanding cover letter.
A strong consideration for those about to send out resumes October 15, 2009
Midwest Book Review (Oregon, WI USA)
For so many jobs, it may boil down to the presentation of the resume. "The Complete Guide to Writing Effective Resume Cover Letters: Step-by-Step Instructions" is a guide for job hunters who want to have every edge they can in getting that job of their dreams. The cover letter is the first thing many employers see, and first impressions are lasting - a poor one is a pain to recover from. Offering countless tips and tricks, author Kimberly Sarmeinto packs in a companion CD with many samples to help job seekers out. "The Complete Guide to Writing Effective Resume Cover Letters" is a strong consideration for those about to send out resumes.
Sample Cover Letters in the book are a HUGE help!!! October 9, 2009
Rocky Boxboa (Philly, PA)
During this tough job environment, making your resume stand out is of extreme importance. One of the ways to stand out from the pack, is an effective cover letter. If you are currently looking for a job, you want to go through Kimberly Sarmiento's book The Complete Guide to Writing Effective Resume Cover Letters.
The book has a thorough list of chapters that include what should be in your cover letter and more importantly what should not. It touches on resumes as well as interview questions and answers. It concludes with a chapter that includes sample cover letters for a wide range of industries. I would highly recommend to anyone out of work or looking for a new job.
A Must-Have Book for Anyone Looking for a New Career July 15, 2009
Margo Upson (Central NY)
1 out of 1 found this review helpful
Cover letters are essential to getting a good job, and the better your cover letter is, the better your chances are of getting the position you are applying for. The Complete Guide to Writing Effective Resume Cover Letters, by Kimberly Sarmiento, is an essential book for anyone looking to get into a competitive position. Anything you might want to know about writing a cover letter is in this book.
The Complete Guide to Writing Effective Cover Letters is packed full of advice on how to write a cover letter that will get you noticed, in a good way. It starts out with explaining why a cover letter is so important, and then discusses the different types of cover letters and how to write them. Some of the best parts of this book are the sections on introducing and then marketing yourself. There are also over 100 pages of industry-specific tips and samples, covering most of the most popular careers.
I work in a profession where knowing how to write a great cover letter is essential to my success. I wish I had read this book when I was first starting out; the information in it is invaluable, and I can't wait to get started putting this information to use. If you are applying for a new position, you need this book.
How to Stand Out From the Crowd July 15, 2009
M. Schwartz (Florida)
The timing for this book couldn't be better. Unemployment is approaching 10 percent. Even entry level job openings are attracting hundreds of applicants. You might have a terrific resume, but so do most of the other job candidates. So how you do stand out from the crowd? Kimberly Sarmiento has the answers in this thorough, well-organized guide. The author says she discovered through her teaching experience that the art of writing has been neglected in the education of many people. Ms. Sarmiento digs fairly deep here-338 pages-but keeps things moving, if at times slightly repetitive. One of the book's best aspects is the inclusion of sample cover letters by industry, 13 different professions. Several professionals offer tips as well. Indeed, this book contains everything you should know about writing an effective cover letter. It's a guide you'll want to keep in your home office, close by your computer. The only thing better than a great resume and cover letter is having a connection!
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