{"id":6823,"date":"2021-03-15T23:22:49","date_gmt":"2021-03-15T23:22:49","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/explorecareers.emotedigital.com.au\/?p=6823"},"modified":"2024-02-21T08:54:57","modified_gmt":"2024-02-20T21:54:57","slug":"the-dreaded-cover-letter","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/explorecareers.com.au\/the-dreaded-cover-letter\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Write a Cover Letter: 5 Top Tips for Success"},"content":{"rendered":"

Does writing a cover letter fill you with a sense of dread? You\u2019re not alone.<\/p>\n

You might be wondering, where do I even start?<\/em> And if you\u2019re anything like us, you\u2019re definitely thinking, does anyone even read these?<\/em><\/p>\n

It\u2019s super tempting not to even bother! But if the job application specifically asks for one, you need to make sure you\u2019re supplying one – or your application will be completely discounted.<\/p>\n

First things first, what exactly is a cover letter for?<\/strong><\/h4>\n

The cover letter is your first introduction to a prospective employer. It\u2019s where you set the stage for your resume, experience and reasons for applying for the job.<\/p>\n

Cover letters<\/a> can also be speculative. In an open job market, sending out your cover letter and resume to employers you\u2019re interested in before they have job openings can be a great way to get yourself on the radar. A cover letter in this sense is where you outline why you\u2019re interested in the company and what you have to offer.<\/p>\n

A cover letter IS<\/strong>:<\/p>\n