Next, he said to follow that with a sentence about your current role.
Then, add a sentence about why you’re enthusiastic about this new role.
“You should consider asking a trusted friend to read over your cover letter to catch any sneaky mistakes before you send it out,” said one hiring expert. (iStock / iStock)
Finally, wrap up your cover letter with a sentence focused on the benefits you would bring to the company, Cenedella suggested.
2. You didn’t proofread
Poor grammar and bad spelling can demonstrate that you lack an attention to detail.
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Even if you run your letter through spell check and a grammar check, those services can still miss some things, Cenedella noted.
“So, you should also consider asking a trusted friend to read over your cover letter to catch any sneaky mistakes before you send it out,” he suggested.
3. You’re not tailoring your letter to a specific opportunity
There is not much value in sending a cover letter that is not tailored for an opportunity, said Stacie Haller, a Boston-based chief career adviser with Resumebuilder.com.
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“A cover letter is really not just about you, but why you are the best candidate for the position,” said Haller.
If your cover letter “looks like a template, it will not only deter the hiring manager, it may eliminate you from the process,” said one chief career adviser. (iStock / iStock)
“The hiring manager needs to know what position you are applying for and why they should meet with you to discuss your qualifications further.”
Another piece of advice: Don’t use a swiped resume template from the internet.
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“If it looks like a template, it will not only deter the hiring manager, it may eliminate you from the process,” Haller told FOX Business.
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“Specify the job you are applying for and highlight the reasons you are the best candidate for the position.”
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