A Free Sample Cover Letter to RecruiterCarmen R. Ellison 624 S. Church St. Mt. Laurel, NJ 08054 609.555.0262 E-Mail: TEllison@home.com Mr. Barton Keene Able Employment Recruitment 3400 Einstein Parkway Princeton, NJ 08540 Dear Mr. Keene: If you have a client seeking a brand strategist who can deliver bottom-line results, I'd like to make a strong case for myself. My track record in business-to-business international branding and marketing has helped enhance the reputations of such firms as Bank of America, The Nikkei Stock Market, Northern Telecom, and Intel, to name a few. I am contacting you as I believe it is time for a change. My employer is in the process of merging with another company, so the time seems right to move on. Of particular interest to your client firms:

I have demonstrated my strategic ability through successfully launching companies, communications departments, Web sites, PR programs, ad campaigns, branding programs, and more. I have consistently contributed my leadership skills in a corporate setting, while managing the creative process, motivating and empowering team members, fine-tuning marketing plans, and juggling multiple projects. I am a proficient top manager and profit-minded leader. Time and again, my initiatives have resulted in increased awareness and press coverage, successful advertising campaigns, and winning branding strategies. I am particularly interested in positions in the San Francisco Bay area that start at a salary range of $80K to $100K, in the following categories: marketing partner at a venture capital firm, entailing leveraging marketing opportunities for the portfolio companies and advising them on branding and marketing strategies; brand strategist and global head of marketing for a serviceoriented preferably global business; senior-management role in a mid-sized integrated agency specializing in advertising, PR, and interactive services; marketing and communications head for a high-end financial services boutique; high-end headhunter or righthand in a large philanthropic organization. I'd like to meet with you to discuss adding value to one of your client firms as I've done for my previous employers. I'll contact you soon to arrange a meeting. Should you wish to contact me before then, I can be reached during the day on my direct line (609.555.6325) or at home most evenings (609.555.0262). Sincerely,

Carmen R. Ellison

Letter to a head hunter Cover LetterFebruary 16, 2006 Mr. Gary Lang Lang and Associates 2000 McKnight Road Pittsburgh, PA 15239 Dear Mr. Lang:

If you are aware of anyone who is searching for an experienced Sales Manager I would like the opportunity to present my skills to them. My past experience in the sales industry include positions with Western Life, Sony Electronics, and Luxottica to name a few. My current company is in the process of down sizing, and I feel that you may be able to help me in my search for a new position. Some of my recent accomplishments that may be of interest to your clients include:

2005 Sales Manager of the year at Western Life. In 2005 I helped to increase eastern region sales numbers by 212%. This was the greatest increase in any region, company wide. A Master's Degree in Business Administration that helped to advance my career by providing me with the necessary educational groundwork to excel in the sales industry. Consistently received above average performance reviews during my 23 years in the sales industry.

I am looking for positions in the tri-state area of Pennsylvania, Ohio, and West Virginia with a starting salary range of $80,000-$90,000. I would be willing to look at any position in the sales and marketing industry. Also enclosed is my resume for your review. I would like to meet with you as soon as possible to discuss my situation and any openings that you may have. You can reach me via phone at 724-836-7076 or email at kahn@aol.com. Thank you again for your time and consideration. I am looking forward to speaking with you in the near future. Sincerely, Jake Kahn

Contacting Employment Agenciesby Burton Jay Nadler

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The agencies find candidates for posted jobs Temp work can lead to full-time employment Know what they can & cannot do These organizations are additional resources

Employment agencies and those who work there most often deal with temporary, temp-to-perm, or experienced opportunities. In truth, they dont find jobs for peoplethey find candidates for the jobs posted with them. Depending on your job-search circumstances, temporary assignments with the possibility to lead to permanent offers are great transition positions. As a qualified and driven candidate, you should be attractive to employment agencies. Be aware of what they can and cannot do. Keep your expectations of any agency realistic, but do consider these organizations as additional resources.

Accounting ManagerChris Smith 123 Any Street City, ST 12345 (555) 555-5555 csmith@email.com June 1, 200 Pat Cummings Director Any Employment, Inc. 456 Any Street City, ST 12345 Dear Ms. Cummings: The enclosed resume outlines my diverse and in-depth experience in accounting and finance management. I am in search of an appropriate opportunity in the greater Missouri area. As detailed on my resume, the following are some of the strengths and capabilities I bring to a position:

Solid understanding of financial statement preparation and review. Proficiency at budget preparation and written analysis. Expertise using Excel to complete spreadsheet analysis and proprietary software programs to track data and generate reports. Proven ability to organize department goals to meet overall corporate goals. Competence in resource management, both people and systems. Strong leadership qualities, including motivating staff.

I would welcome the opportunity to meet with you to discuss my background and credentials. Ideally, you currently have a client firm in need of a candidate with my abilities and capabilities. I do hope that you judge me qualified for one or more searches being conducted by Any Employment. After we speak, I trust you will refer my candidacy to employers who have posted those opportunities with you. I will call to confirm receipt of this letter and accompanying resume and to arrange either a telephone or in-person interview. Thank you for your consideration. Sincerely, Chris Smith Chris Smith ...from The Everything Cover Letter Book, 2nd Edition.

Contacting Headhunters & Search Firmsby Burton Jay Nadler

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Headhunters know about hidden postings Potential employers retain headhunters They screen candidates to determine a match They deal with executive-level candidates

Search professionals, or headhunters as they are called, know about hidden postings. While they regularly source candidates, like you, they also seek retainer or contingency relationships with potential employers. Once employers post a listing, these professionals screen information from candidates to determine those who match. Most often, search professionals deal with management or executive-level candidates and opportunities or with very specialized fields. Directories of search professionals are easy to locate in a bookstore or library, so use them.

Director of Information ServicesDate: June 1, 200From: csmith@email.com To: pcummings@email.com Subject: Director of Information Services Dear Mr. Cummings: During our meeting at the Minority Professional Recruiting Expo, we discussed opportunities with your client firms that are of great interest to me. As we discussed, I am currently seeking a chal-lenging environment where I can apply my combined technical knowledge, experience, and ability to create and implement innovative concepts for greater information systems efficiency. My qualifications, all detailed on the resume attached to this e-mail, include the following:

Thirteen years of experience with MIS corporate information systems. Experience in operating and supervising administrative functions of several UNIX systems. Skill in communicating with domestic and international networks, mainframes, and network system support. Ability to work as a team member, team leader, and/or independent contributor, working offsite via modem and data network, to assist users in sales, finance, manufacturing, and production. Ability to generate positive results in a companys information systems and networks by stream-lining systems and improving user training and performance.

Relocation is not a problemmy target cities remain Chicago, Boston, and San Francisco, and my compensation requirements are in the low $70,000 range. Please keep my candidacy confidential, and do lets continue our conversations regarding opportunities as they arise. I would welcome your advice regarding interviews when they are arranged, and I do understand your role as an executive search professional. Thank you for your assistance with my efforts to find a new opportunity. Yours sincerely, Chris Smith 123 Any Street City, ST 12345 (555) 555-5555

csmith@email.com ...from The Everything Cover Letter Book, 2nd Edition.

Broadcast Letters to Employersby Burton Jay Nadler

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Broadcast letters are sent to many companies Metnion the company name early Show your understanding of the company These are good first efforts if you follow up

Broadcast letters are, by definition, distributed to many employers. Thus, they are less focused. Format may appear similar to other letters, and it is most important to have the company name appear prominently early. While less company-specific information is contained, you must still show readers that you know the organizations name and the nature of their business. Be aware that quantity of letters is not as crucial as the quality of content. Broadcast letters can be good first efforts and momentum builders, if you maintain appropriate expectations and follow up effectively.

Administrative Assistant

June 1, 200 TO: Pat Cummings, Any Medical Office SUBJECT: Administrative Assistant Position Are you currently in need of an administrative assistant with over a decade of experience and a commitment to supporting the needs of patients and supervisors and to working effectively with peers? If yes, please review the attached resume and consider my candidacy for a position with Any Company. Summarizing, the qualifications I offer include:

Skills and perspectives gained through progressively responsible administrative roles. Abilities to prioritize tasks and complete tasks accurately and on time in deadlinesensitive settings. Professionalism required to address concerns of patients and clients while maintaining office efficiency. Flexibility required to transform instructions and feedback of diverse supervisors into projects completed independently and thoroughly. Capacities to use, support, and train others to use Word, WordPerfect, Excel, Access, and FileMaker Pro.

As detailed on my attached resume, I have worked in a hospital setting, where I learned all critical terminology, how to address specialized billing and support issues, and what is required to support the needs of physicians, nurses, and health-care practitioners. I now am actively seeking the opportunity to return to a challenging and

rewarding medical setting. I do hope that it is with Any Medical Office. I will call to confirm receipt of this letter, to determine if you have current or anticipated openings, and, if you wish, to arrange an interview. Thank you for your consideration. Sincerely, Chris Smith Chris Smith ...from The Everything Cover Letter Book, 2nd Edition.

Writing Cold Contact Lettersby Burton Jay Nadler

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Cold communications are self-initiated Use this format to be proactive in your search Reveal your knowledge of the company Tell the reader what kind of a job you want

Communications with potential employers are often self-initiated, or cold. When making cold contact, you are neither responding to a posting nor contacting someone at the advice of others. Youre being proactive in your job search and contacting companies to see if they have a position available that would fit your candidacy. With these letters, it is particularly important to reveal your knowledge of the company youre writing to and the kind of job youre looking for.

Administrative Assistant

Date: June 1, 200 From: csmith@email.com To: pcummings@email.com Subject: Administrative Assistant Candidate TO: Pat Cummings, Director of Human Resources RE: Administrative Assistant Opportunities Having reviewed Any Corporations website, I am motivated to share my availability for an administrative assistant position. While no specific opportunities were posted, I want to express my strong desire to meet with you to share motivations and qualifications and to seek consideration for current or anticipated openings. As detailed in the attached resume, which is targeted to my goal of serving in administrative support roles, I am particularly strong in computer knowledge and user-support experience, with related practical and academic experience. As you will see, I graduated recently with an associate degree in Computer Information Systems from the University of Anywhere. At the University, I worked at the main computer lab for two years and developed knowledge of various PC and Macintosh software used to complete database management, spreadsheet, scheduling, and word-processing tasks. Most recently, I worked as a receptionist with Other Consulting, where I gained exposure to all facets of administrative support, specifically for a firm, like Any Corporation, that markets and provides state-of-the art information technology services. I am well aware of Any Corps commitment to excellence in specialized customer service, as stated in your mission statement. I now seek to be among those who transform these words into day-to-day actions and achievements.

I will call to confirm receipt of this inquiry and to discuss whether you believe an in-person meeting would be an appropriate next step. Thank you for your consideration. Sincerely, Chris Smith 123 Any Street City, ST 12345 (555) 555-5555 ...from The Everything Cover Letter, 2nd Edition.