Great job today, guys. You took a huge professional step with your new resume. If any of you would like to finish it at home and bring it in for me to look at, please do. We don't have much more class time to dedicate to it.
Today we concentrated on finishing our resumes and typing them on the computer. A good resume can be let down with poor presentation.
We also starting talking about the concept of a cover letter. This is an opportunity to describe what type of person you are to a potential employer. It's divided into 5 paragraphs
Paragraph 1: Introduction
This should include a simple introduction sentence that should be similar to this:
To Whom It May Concern:
I writing to express interest in the (name of job) position at (name of company) that was posted on the (name of website) website. I would be a great asset to you company because I am (adjective 1, adjective 2, and adjective 3).
Paragraph 2: First Adjective
Use this first paragraph to talk about why you are (adjective 1). Use stories from your past that make you look good. Use details.
Paragraph 3: Second Adjective
Use this paragraph to talk about why you are (adjective 2). Use stories from your past that make you look good. Use details.
Paragraph 4: Third Adjective
Use this paragraph to talk about why you are (adjective 3). Use stories from your past that make you look good. Use details.
Paragraph 5: Conclusion
In this paragraph, you will say your 3 adjectives again and include a conclusion statement such as: "Being a part of your company will allow my abilities of (adj 1, adj 2, and adj 3) to make a great contribution to (company name). I look forward to discussing this opportunity with you.
Include a closing.
Sincerely,
(Your name)
Main Learning Point
You should be able to finish typing your resume with a little extra help from your teacher. You should also understand the basic layout of a cover letter. If you would like to create one in your own time, I would be more than happy to correct it for you. I hope this lesson has been useful if not very practical.
Today we concentrated on finishing our resumes and typing them on the computer. A good resume can be let down with poor presentation.
We also starting talking about the concept of a cover letter. This is an opportunity to describe what type of person you are to a potential employer. It's divided into 5 paragraphs
Paragraph 1: Introduction
This should include a simple introduction sentence that should be similar to this:
To Whom It May Concern:
I writing to express interest in the (name of job) position at (name of company) that was posted on the (name of website) website. I would be a great asset to you company because I am (adjective 1, adjective 2, and adjective 3).
Paragraph 2: First Adjective
Use this first paragraph to talk about why you are (adjective 1). Use stories from your past that make you look good. Use details.
Paragraph 3: Second Adjective
Use this paragraph to talk about why you are (adjective 2). Use stories from your past that make you look good. Use details.
Paragraph 4: Third Adjective
Use this paragraph to talk about why you are (adjective 3). Use stories from your past that make you look good. Use details.
Paragraph 5: Conclusion
In this paragraph, you will say your 3 adjectives again and include a conclusion statement such as: "Being a part of your company will allow my abilities of (adj 1, adj 2, and adj 3) to make a great contribution to (company name). I look forward to discussing this opportunity with you.
Include a closing.
Sincerely,
(Your name)
Main Learning Point
You should be able to finish typing your resume with a little extra help from your teacher. You should also understand the basic layout of a cover letter. If you would like to create one in your own time, I would be more than happy to correct it for you. I hope this lesson has been useful if not very practical.
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