The Purpose of a Cover Letter

The Purpose of a Cover Letter

As with your resume, the perception of a cover letter continues to evolve in the workplace and more and more employers require one when applying for positions. A resume that is not accompanied by a cover is less enticing in the eyes of an employer. A cover letter should reflect your personality and inform potential employers of their ideal candidate. Writing a captivating cover letter is an art. Your cover letter could be the only chance you get to make a good first impression!

Overview of the workshop:

• The components of a good cover letter
• The steps to writing a cover letter
• Formatting: Microsoft Word vs. PDF