Uncover the Cover Letter

"Excellence is to do a common thing in an uncommon way." ~Booker T. Washington

Living a BIG life almost always includes finding the perfect job for you! Learn how to write a cover letter that will move you on to an interview. You will learn how to do this common job search task in an uncommon way! Depart from the traditional cover letter and get noticed. Learn different strategies to differentiate yourself from the crowded field of applicants. We'll discuss many different types of cover letters, including those that accompany resumes, college applications, and networking opportunities.

Most cover letters are boring and follow the same old format. In this workshop you will hear from Talent Managers, college recruiters, and executives about what they look for in a cover letter.

Together, we will:

• Discuss the role of the cover letter, and how it's used in today’s world of on-line applications. 
• Uncover new and innovative ways for you to approach creating your cover letter.
• Review good and bad examples of actual cover letters. You'll get a chance to critique others' attempts as well as get real time feedback on your own cover letter.
• Discuss how to customize your cover letter based on occupation, job level, company, and other important variables. Don't miss the opportunity to improve this important tool in your job search.

In this course you'll learn how to:

• Create your personal brand
• Provide a market orientation
• Get a third party endorsement
• Customize a cover letter based on type of position, job level and industry

 If you have questions about this workshop, please drop us a line.