You're Hired! Compelling Covering Letters - Jude Hanley, Liz Dinse

You're Hired! Compelling Covering Letters

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Buch | Softcover
172 Seiten
2024 | New edition
Trotman (Verlag)
978-1-911724-20-9 (ISBN)
23,65 inkl. MwSt
Brand-new title in the best-selling You’re Hired! series offering essential guidance to job seekers at all levels. This indispensable book is packed with current advice, including tips on using AI effectively, to help you craft a persuasive covering letter to set you apart from the crowd and bring you closer to your perfect job.
‘This book is a must. Packed full of top tips in an easy-to-digest format.’


Chris Targett RCDP, Chair of the Careers Writers Association


Harness the power of AI to transform your cover letter stress to application success!


Are you puzzled by job adverts that request a covering letter alongside your CV? Experts Liz Dinse and Jude Hanley will guide you step-by-step through the process of planning, writing and submitting a captivating covering letter.


A significant factor in the success of your job search, a great covering letter will allow you to initiate a conversation with your potential employer and express your enthusiasm for the role.


Packed with essential examples and expert tips to make your letter stand out, inside you’ll find:




Advice on how to use AI writing tools effectively
Accessible and actionable advice for job seekers at all levels
Example letters for a range of circumstances
Advice on how, and when, to successfully disclose personal information


This indispensable guide will help you gain a competitive edge and get you shortlisted for that crucial job interview.

Jude Hanley is an experienced careers adviser, currently working in a secondary school with a sixth form. She is passionate about equality and diversity and regularly creates content for online magazines, newsletters and websites. She is a member of the Careers Writers Association (CWA) and a Fellow of Advance HE. Liz Dinse RCDP is a member of the Careers Writers Association (CWA) and a freelance career coach and employment expert with over 20 years’ experience supporting disabled people. Liz is also a member of the Association of Graduate Careers Advisory Services (AGCAS) and a Registered Career Development Professional. 

Introduction


Chapter 1 What is a covering letter?


Chapter 2 Understanding what should be in each section


Chapter 3 How to tailor the letter to the job and company


Chapter 4 Words and language


Chapter 5 The use of AI with cover letter


Chapter 6 One size doesn’t always fit all


Chapter 7 Sharing and disclosing sensitive information


Chapter 8 Other ways of using a covering letter, i.e., speculative application, negotiating offer, resignation, and promotion


Chapter 9 Paper versus digital letters


Chapter 10 Style and substance


Chapter 11 Top 10 cover letter writing mistakes to avoid


Chapter 12 How and where to access further support


Chapter 13 In a nutshell


Chapter 14 Further reading and resources   

Erscheint lt. Verlag 29.11.2024
Reihe/Serie You're Hired!
Sprache englisch
Maße 156 x 234 mm
Themenwelt Sachbuch/Ratgeber Beruf / Finanzen / Recht / Wirtschaft Bewerbung / Karriere
Kinder- / Jugendbuch Sachbücher Geschichte / Politik
Sozialwissenschaften Pädagogik Berufspädagogik
ISBN-10 1-911724-20-7 / 1911724207
ISBN-13 978-1-911724-20-9 / 9781911724209
Zustand Neuware
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