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Writing an effective Cover Letter

Making sure you get invited for an interview ...

  • 1 hour 30 minutes
  • 20 British pounds
  • Online Zoom Meeting

Service Description

What’s it about? When hundreds of applications land on a hirer’s desk or in-box, then it is smart to give yourself every advantage to be the one invited for an interview. We look at a cover letter, to accompany your CV, as a tool that can do just that: if you plan right. Class Agenda 1. Introduction and hellos: -5 minutes a. What do you hope to get from this class? b. What you need to know about this class 2. Why a cover letter is a good idea: -5 minutes a. What it adds that a CV alone does not b. What you should aim to achieve. 3. The secrets to an effective cover letter: –40 minutes a. Required research b. Whom to target c. Ideal length d. Things not to include e. Having a clear objective, f. Creating a template for yourself g. Understanding if your cover letter is effective. 4. An example cover letter: -10 minutes a. Let’s look at an example b. Download my template 5. Additional Q & A: –30 minutes a. Stick around to ask me your questions, if you wish. Additional information I. Once you book your class, you will receive an email confirmation and a link to this Online Zoom Class, which you simply click on at the time of the class. You do not need a Zoom account. II. Not everyone is comfortable being on camera during the call, so please do what works best for you. You’re stuck with my face, however. III. I allot an extra 30-minutes after the class to answer any questions. It is up to you if you wish to stay. IV. A maximum of five people per class keeps it low-key, and friendly. V. Any questions before the class please don’t hesitate to reach out to me. ------------------------------ This on-line class uses Zoom. https://zoom.us/ You do not need to have a Zoom account, or even installed to connect to the class, but you do need an internet connection. Any questions, please just ask me. I'm happy to help.


Upcoming Sessions


Cancellation Policy

To cancel or reschedule, please notify me at least 24hrs in advance. Thank you.


Contact Details

+44 (0)7342 173399

rene@strategiesforwork.co.uk

East Sussex, UK


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