Every single day the recruitment managers around the country screen through thousands and thousands of resume cover letters and trash most of them into the dustbin.
Why is this happening? It is because most of the job-search packages are lack qualities, professionalism and pizzazz. They look like pages taken out from a business handbook. The hiring managers often spend just a few seconds to glance through a job search package and decide if the person will be called for interview. You can definitely make a different to your cover page by including an eye-catching headline that will compel the perspective employers to continue reading your copy from first to the last paragraph.
When preparing the letter, you should first ask yourself what is the most wanted information from the potential employers’ standpoint. Then make a heading base on that.
Here’s what you can do. Before the greeting line (Dear Mr. Brown) in your letter, place a striking headline in boldface at the center of the page. Limit it to 2 lines. Here are three examples of headings that can bring you job interviews:
- I’m eager for the opportunity to interview for the position of technical assistant. I’ve heard nothing but good things about XYZ Company, and I believe I’m an excellent match for this opening.
- I’m ready, and able to step into the position of HR assistant immediately. Please review my documents for why I’m a perfect match for this job.
- If you’d provide me an opportunity to show you why I’m fully qualified for the position of Finance Manager, I would welcome the opportunity to speak with you further.
Cover pages with attractive and bold headlines will catch attention. Your job application will be taken more seriously than job-seekers who use the standard templates.
Watch and take note. Your job search package will land on top of the stack and produce more results that lead to job interviews.