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