Write a Cover Letter and Prepare for Interviews

Career -Activity: Write a Cover Letter and Prepare for Interviews

A cover letter is an important tool in the career search process which allows you to introduce yourself and target your qualifications to the job opening.

• The Purdue Writing Center is a great place to begin.
• A Cover Letter handout from North Carolina Career Services includes tips and examples.
• Virginia Tech describes different types of cover letters with samples.
• CareerZone Resources.
• Always proofread carefully to avoid misspelled words or other mistakes.
• For examples of what NOT to do, check out www.resumania.com

Prepare for Interviews:

• Research for company information.
• Prepare answers for commonly asked questions and practice.
• Getting Ready for a Job Interview video from Illinoisworknet.
• Learn more with four steps to Discover, Define, Design, and Deliver a personal brand.

The day of the Interview:

• Dress neatly.
• Be on time.
• Always be communicating value.
• More Interview tips from the Georgia Department of Labor plus links at the Interview Pinterest board.

Follow-up with a Thank You note.

This is one of the weekly activities for a Year of Personal Development.

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