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Looking for advice on how to write outstanding cover letters.
Téma indítója: Victor Torres
Victor Torres
Victor Torres
Mexikó
Local time: 08:50
angol - spanyol
+ ...
Jul 8, 2021

Hello,

Just as the topic subject implies, I'm looking for direction on where to find some great quality guides on how to write outstanding cover letters to fish for jobs here in Proz.com

Any help will be greatly appreciated.

Thanks in advance.
Best.
 
Vladimir Pochinov
Vladimir Pochinov  Identity Verified
Oroszországi Föderáció
Local time: 17:50
angol - orosz
Your outstanding cover letter Jul 11, 2021

A solid cover letter answers two key questions:

1. Why are you the right fit for the job?

2. How will you add value to the client's organization?

On average, it takes the recipient 5-7 seconds to skim your cover letter.

A couple of tips just off the top of my head:

• Always try to address your letter to a specific person (including name, title, company, and address).

• Clearly state the purpose of your letter — w... See more
A solid cover letter answers two key questions:

1. Why are you the right fit for the job?

2. How will you add value to the client's organization?

On average, it takes the recipient 5-7 seconds to skim your cover letter.

A couple of tips just off the top of my head:

• Always try to address your letter to a specific person (including name, title, company, and address).

• Clearly state the purpose of your letter — why you're writing and the position sought.

• Emphasize skills that relate to the job.

• Avoid overusing "I" statements. Focus on what the client can gain from you.

• Close your letter by reiterating your interest in working for the client. Thank the reader for their time and consideration. State you look forward to a chance to prove your worth. ▲ Collapse


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Victor Torres
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kecen guo
kecen guo
Ausztrália
Local time: 01:20
angol - kínai
+ ...
you may wish to consider this Jul 11, 2021

Try to keep it simple, clear.
normally, no more than 3 paragraphs.

Victor Torres
 
Adieu
Adieu  Identity Verified
ukrán - angol
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Dear Whatsyername, Jul 11, 2021

I am a native [better yet, native bilingual] insertlanguage speaker and longtime professional translator. Whatever-the-hell-you-do is a hobby and/or specialization of mine.

I have worked in-house and or freelance on this. Litter brand names here if applicable.

I have lived, studied, and worked extensively in Language1-speaking country and currently reside in Language2-speaking country.

I think I'd be an excellent fit for such an admirable company like whoe... See more
I am a native [better yet, native bilingual] insertlanguage speaker and longtime professional translator. Whatever-the-hell-you-do is a hobby and/or specialization of mine.

I have worked in-house and or freelance on this. Litter brand names here if applicable.

I have lived, studied, and worked extensively in Language1-speaking country and currently reside in Language2-speaking country.

I think I'd be an excellent fit for such an admirable company like whoever-the-hell-you-represent.

[Edited at 2021-07-11 13:49 GMT]

[Edited at 2021-07-11 18:28 GMT] ▲ Collapse


Victor Torres
P.L.F. Persio
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Matthias Brombach
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Németország
Local time: 17:50
Tag (2007 óta)
holland - német
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Accompanied by a phrase containing ... Jul 11, 2021

"reasonable rates" or "rates can be discussed" etc.
 
Jo Macdonald
Jo Macdonald  Identity Verified
Spanyolország
Local time: 17:50
olasz - angol
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Phone first Jul 12, 2021

Hi Victor
Imo it's much more effective to phone the people you want to work with explaining why and what you have to offer, then if it might work out they will ask you to send a mail with a CV to their mail address and give it due attention when it arrives a few minutes later.
Unsolicited mail will probably be ignored or get an automatic copy/paste reply.

Jorge Payan
 


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