I need a killer cover letter

[lizziegrace]

if I'm going to get out of here. Any resources online that you've used??

I'm an accountant, not a writer...

[lizziegrace]

1. Any good resources out there?

:shrug:

[Shakespeare]

2. No resources, but...

...if you want to PM me, I'll be more than happy to help you draft one. I DO write, and I do great cover letters. :hi: :hug:

[lizziegrace]

7. I might take you up on that

:hug:

[LeftyFingerPop]

3. Direct, direct, direct.....right to the point, no bullshit...

Dear xxx,

I am writing in an attempt to pique your interest in my qualifications for your open position of accountant.

I am a very driven and accomplished professional with the following qualifications.

1)

2)

3)

4)

Some examples of the accomplishments of which I am most proud of are as follows:

1)

2)

3)

4)

I'm sure that you have a pile of cover letters that you are sorting through. It is very difficult to get a sense of a person's employment fit simply by reading a letter and resume, but I hope I have found the words that will encourage you to contact me for an interview.

My resume is attached for your review. I will contact you within three business days to follow up.

Thank you so much for your consideration.

Sincerely,

[NJmaverick]

4. I am going to share my story with you

I was out of work about 4 years ago. I was out for some time, because my industry was in a major down turn. I used all the books on cover letters and used their templates etc. Hardly a nibble. Then one day I said, "the heck with it, I am just going to right to them why I feel I would be a good fit". That's all I did. I looked at what the job description was, and I simply made my argument as to why I could do that job and do it well. Well I ended up getting a response (which surprised me). I actually had to fax my resume in because the email box for resumes had reached its size limit. Ended up getting that job and have been happy ever since.

[lizziegrace]

6. Good to know.

I am at my best when I'm being myself. I *have* found that bullet points that line up with the job description are helpful too. Shows I have the qualifications at the onset.

I'm going up to the lake today to sit and think and write.

Thanks again.

:hug:

[NJmaverick]

11. Good luck

:hi:

[LeftyFingerPop]

5. Lizzie, I used to hire accountants....

I once had over 100 and cover letters in front of me, and I had to make a decision in a few hours on who I wanted to call in for an interview.

Be short, be concise, and be direct. Write like you would speak. See my example above. Forget the "killer cover letter" stuff. You want to catch the eye of someone who is looking at the letter for about 30 seconds.

CATCH THEIR EYE. See my example above.

The "I'm hoping I have found the words" sentence will catch their eye.

Remember, they are not going through your letter with a fine comb. Just don't make any grammatical errors.

[lizziegrace]

8. Check your PM?

Thanks...

[LeftyFingerPop]

10. Responded. n/t

[SoxFan]

9. How about this?

Dear Mr. Manson,

I read your job posting for a Associate Director for Homicidal Cult Activities with interest.

In my position as Neighborhood Creep, I engage in heated arguments with the voices in my head, violently accost passers-by, and wrote and stalk attractive young women.

While Assistant Communications Director for Congressman Joe Scarborough, I assisted in the discipline and termination of troublesome employees.

I also have extensive experience as a deviant on a freelance basis, which, I believe, would be an ideal match for this position. Articles are available for your review at:

[e-mail]

[Orrex]

14. The market is totally hot for Freelance Deviants

I'd list that first.

[Whoa_Nelly]

12. Check your PM

:hi: :loveya:

[Orrex]

13. If you're looking to get out, I can draft you a FANTASTIC cover letter in just minutes

It begins:

Dear Shitheaded Soon-to-be-Former Boss: Why are you such a fuck-up?

I can go on, if you'd like.