You're Hired! Compelling Covering Letters
Trotman (Verlag)
978-1-911724-20-9 (ISBN)
‘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 |
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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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