Laura Smith-Proulx is a credentialed, certified Executive Resume Writer and former recruiter that opens doors to prestigious jobs through the use of personal branding techniques. The Executive Director of An Expert Resume, her work has received international recognition as a global award nominee and contributor to career bestsellers.
The answer lies in the fact that a job seeker must use every tool available to get in front of a potential employer. As I’ve noted in the past, the job market of today is much more aggressive than most people can recall, and the challenge of winning an interview is that much greater.
Consider for a moment what happens when you do NOT use a cover letter: the hiring manager must spend precious minutes figuring out what position you are applying to, whether you are planning to relocate, and precisely why you are qualified.
Do you believe that, when employers are swamped with hundreds and even thousands of resumes, they will be able to identify these components in the average of 10 seconds spent on each resume? Think again!
It’s no secret that employers are eager to gain a quick picture of your communications skills, long before you are called in for an interview. Writing a concise, compelling cover letter to focus the reader on your qualifications can only aid you in gaining attention for your job search.
A cover letter gives employers MORE reasons to call you, not less! Increase your chances of success by including an effective letter with a professional tone that “covers” your interest in the company—and gives you a great platform to describe your fitness for the job at hand.
Laura Smith-Proulx is a credentialed, certified Executive Resume Writer and former recruiter that opens doors to prestigious jobs through the use of personal branding techniques. The Executive Director of An Expert Resume, her work has received international recognition as a global award nominee and contributor to career bestsellers.
