Cover Letter Essentials and Best Practices

This video tutorial guides viewers through creating a cover letter in Microsoft Word, focusing on those with little to no work experience. It covers document setup, including margin adjustments and text box insertion, and details how to format the header with contact information. The tutorial explains salutation options and differences between US and UK formats. It provides a step-by-step guide on writing the cover letter's introduction, body, and closing, and concludes with tips on saving and sending the document effectively.

What is the primary focus of the video tutorial?

• Writing a novel

• Making a cover letter in Microsoft Word

• Designing a business card

• Creating a resume in Microsoft Word

What margin setting is recommended to avoid cropped sentences?

• Normal

• Wide

• Narrow

• Custom

What should you avoid when choosing colors for the text box?

• Bright colors unless they match the company's style

• Dark colors

• Neutral colors

• Pastel colors

What information should be included in the header area?

• Name, surname, and company name

• Name, surname, and job title

• Name, surname, and contact information

• Name and surname only

How should you address a hiring manager if you don't know their gender?

• Use their full name

• Dear Hiring Manager

• Dear Sir/Madam

• Dear Mr./Ms.

What should the introduction paragraph answer?

• Why, who, and when

• When, where, and how

• What, where, and why

• Who, what, and where

What should you highlight if the job was referred by a mutual connection?

• The connection's job title

• The connection's contact information

• The connection's company

• The mutual connection in the introduction

What should you focus on if you lack professional experience?

• Hobbies and interests

• Educational background

• Character traits and interpersonal skills

• Technical skills

What is a recommended word count for a cover letter?

• 700-800 words

• 250-400 words

• 100-200 words

• 500-600 words

What should you do before sending your cover letter?

• Print it out

• Save it as a PDF or Word document

• Send it without saving

• Attach it to a physical letter