5 Do's and Don'ts to follow for creating the perfect cover letter
If you’re applying for jobs, a well-written resume and cover letter is essential. However, simply having good content doesn’t suffice. The design that you write your letter in is just as important as your content. A badly formatted cover letter can leave a bad impression on the manager who is hiring however a well-formatted cover letter will make your company stand out from the competition. In this post, we’ll look at the important aspects of the format of your cover letters, and discuss why it may be beneficial to have a professional like Pukekohe Resume handle the formatting for you.
Let’s start by discussing the essentials of formatting your cover letters.
- Do use a professional font. Times New Roman, Arial as well as Calibri are all good options. Avoid using overly fancy or hard-to-read fonts.
- Do use a consistent layout. Use the same font, size and format for the covering letter.
- Do include proper spacing. Choose single line or 1.15 line spacing, and allow plenty of white space to make the letter easier to understand.
- Do include your contact information near the beginning of the letters. This should include your name, address, phone number, and email.
- Do personalize the letter. The name of the manager you’re hiring if possible, and tailor the letter to the particular job and the company you’re applying to.
Let’s get to the don’ts of cover letter design.
- Use a sample. Every cover letter needs to be original and tailored to the particular job and company you’re applying for.
- Don’t go over one page. Keep the letter brief and straight to the point.
- Don’t go overboard with your formatting. Choose a simple, professional layout.
- Make sure to proofread your letter. Double-check for spelling and grammar mistakes prior to sending the letter.
- Make sure to sign the letter.
While it’s important to be aware of the format for your letter of cover, it can be difficult and time-consuming to write it yourself. This is where a professional resume writing service like Pukekohe Resume comes in. Our team of specialists knows how to format the perfect cover letter that will help you stand out from the competition. We’ll handle the formatting so that you can focus on the content in your cover letter.
In addition, our staff will assist you in adjusting your cover letter to match the job and the company that you’re applying for. Additionally, we’ll look for grammar and spelling mistakes as well as ensure your letter is short easily read.
A well-written cover letter can be the difference in your job search. By adhering to the do’s & nots of the format of your cover letter or perhaps employing a professional such as Pukekohe Resume to handle the formatting for you and you’ll be well on your path to creating a cover letter that will help you stand out from your crowd. Contact us at 0800 024 129 or use the contact form to reach us should you have any concerns.
