CMST360 100819 - Lecture notes 10/08/19 PDF

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CMST 360 10/08/19 Cover Letters  A face to your resume  Shows your personality, skills, and experience  Tell the employer why  Must be tailored  Viewed as a writing sample Introduction  Try to always address it to a specific person  If unable to find the name of a specific person, stay gender neutral -Dear Human Resources Manager -Dear Search Committee First Paragraph  2 to 3 sentences  How did you find this position?  Why are you applying for this position?  Drop a name if you have one -“In a recent conversation with Susan Davis, I was informed of your opening for a database manager and was encouraged to apply.” Second Paragraph  Market yourself!  Can be broken into two paragraphs  Star Method – 1. Situation/Task 2. Action you took 3. Results you achieved Third Paragraph  Closing  State any plans for follow up  Thank the employer  Sincerely, name General tips  No more than 3-4 paragraphs  Focus on what you can do for the employer...