Business Education and Training

Writing a cover letter can be an intimidating task, but if you focus on the process - not the outcome - it will be a bit less painless.

Here’s a handful of cover letter tips:

• Use the proper business letter format. Include, in order: your contact information, the date, your future employer’s contact information, and the salutation.
• Include a headline. A good headline will jump off the page and get your letter noticed.
• Follow a three paragraph formula. In the first paragraph, introduce yourself and explain why you are the right fit for the job. The second paragraph should highlight your experiences and achievements that are relevant to the job. In the third paragraph, ask for an interview and mention when you will be following up. Be specific.
• Remember to both type and sign your name.
• Proofread and edit, then do it again. Have someone else (besides spell check) take a look at it.

Learning how to write a cover letter doesn’t have to be difficult.