by Public Library Association and the editors of VGM Career Books.
2nd ed., completely rev. and updated.
Chicago :
VGM Career Books,
2004.
1 online resource (xi, 130 pages)
Revised edition of: The guide to basic cover letter writing / Steven Provenzano. c1995.
Includes bibliographical references (pages 121-123).
Cover Page -- The Guide to Basic Cover Letter Writing -- Copyright Page -- Contents -- Foreword -- Acknowledgments -- Introduction -- Part I General Information About Cover Letters -- The Purpose of the Cover Letter -- Producing the Cover Letter -- Personalize Your Presentation -- Employers Need to Know: What Can You Do for Me? -- Part of a Targeted Job Search -- Part II Essential Guidelines for Writing Cover Letters -- The Basics of Writing a Cover Letter -- Overall Format -- General Procedure -- Before You Begin Writing: Research, Research, Research! -- Reinforce Key Points of Your Resume
Highlight Applicable Skills and Achievements -- General Grammar Rules for Cover Letters -- Cover Letter Content: Primary Points -- Formatting Your Letter -- Professional Printing and Appearance -- Part III Advice from the Experts -- Part IV Cover Letter Examples for Various Positions -- Entry-Level, Semi-Skilled, or General Employment -- Skilled Tradesperson -- Professional/Management -- Special Situations -- Additional Cover Letter Fragments -- Follow-Up Letters -- Reference and Salary History Sheets -- Part V Printing and Distributing Your Cover Letter and Resume -- Where to Use
Tips on Mailing and Follow-Up -- Motivation Is Essential -- Part VI The Interview -- Appendix A: Further Reading -- Appendix B: Selected Organizations of Interest -- Appendix C: Action Words