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15-MINUTE COVER LETTER Chapter 1: Quick Tips for Writing a Cover Letter in 15 Minutes
Cover Letters: Why You Need Them and How to Use Them .............................................. 1
Seven Quick Tips for Writing a Superior Cover Letter ........................................................ 2
Write to Someone in Particular ............................................................................. 3
Make Absolutely No Errors .................................................................................... 3
Personalize Your Content ...................................................................................... 3
Present a Good Appearance .................................................................................. 4
Begin with a Friendly Opening ............................................................................... 4
Target Your Skills and Experiences ........................................................................ 4
Close with an Action Statement ............................................................................ 5
Writing Cover Letters to People You Know ........................................................................ 5
The Four Types of Cover Letters to People You Know ........................................... 5
Sample Cover Letters to People You Know ............................................................ 6
Writing Cover Letters to People You Don’t Know............................................................. 11
Key Points .......................................................................................................................... 14