Mastering Cover Letters

Why is it important to include a cover letter with your job application?

• It provides a personal touch to your application.

• It is a requirement for all job applications.

• It guarantees a job offer.

• It replaces the need for a resume.

What is the ideal length for a cover letter?

• One page with four paragraphs.

• Half a page with bullet points.

• Two pages with detailed information.

• Three pages with examples.

How can you make your cover letter greeting stand out?

• Use a generic greeting like 'To Whom It May Concern'.

• Use a humorous opening line.

• Address it to the specific person conducting the interview.

• Skip the greeting altogether.

What should you focus on in the second paragraph of your cover letter?

• How you can solve the company's problems.

• The company's history and achievements.

• Your salary expectations.

• Your personal hobbies and interests.

How can you demonstrate that you are the candidate a company needs?

• By mentioning your salary expectations.

• By listing all your previous job titles.

• By showing how your skills solve their problems.

• By discussing your personal life.

What is a common mistake to avoid in a cover letter?

• Using a professional tone.

• Focusing too much on why you want the job.

• Including a call to action.

• Addressing the letter to a specific person.

Why is it beneficial to include a story in your cover letter?

• Stories are required by most companies.

• It makes the letter longer.

• Stories are more engaging and memorable.

• It allows you to list all your achievements.

What is a key strategy for keeping your cover letter concise?

• Use complex language and jargon.

• Write in a narrative style.

• Focus on one or two key qualifications.

• Include every detail from the job description.

What should you include in the final paragraph of your cover letter?

• A strong call to action for an interview.

• A summary of your resume.

• A list of references.

• Your availability for the next month.

What is the purpose of a call to action in a cover letter?

• To thank the reader for their time.

• To summarize your qualifications.

• To request an interview and express interest.

• To provide your contact information.