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Neatness:
  • Neat, clean and well presented
  • Style should be consistent
  • Word process with absolutely no errors
  • Ensure the tone of the letter reveals your desire and interest for the position
  • Maintain a business-like fashion
  • Refrain from using graphics or non-standard fonts, unless perhaps, it would demonstrate a creativeness demanded by the type of work applied for. (Be very selective when using this style-type)
Cover Letter Do’s and Don’ts

Cover Letter Do’s:

  • Do make sure you have signed your name.
  • Do proofread the letter to avoid spelling or grammatical errors.
  • Do ensure that the letter is clean, neat and pleasing to the eye.
  • Do send an original letter; never a photocopy
  • Do present a clear, concise and comprehensible letter.
  • Do let your enthusiasm and interest show.
  • Do focus on your strengths and support with examples.
  • Do try to obtain the name of the person receiving the applications; otherwise – Dear Sir/Madam: is acceptable.
  • Do include your resume for additional information.
Cover Letter Don’ts
  • Don’t print your cover letter on inexpensive copy paper.
  • Don’t send the same letter to different employers.
  • Don’t include irrelevant information.
  • Don’t make excuses.
  • Don’t use typefaces that are overly fancy.
  • Don’t send out a cover letter this is disorderly.
  • Don’t assume that the reader will fill in pertinent data that you may have left out.
  • Don’t forget to include where or how you can be reached.
  • Don’t hand-write your cover letter unless requested; always word process.

The cover letter is your initial introduction to the prospective employer -
Make it happen!
 
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