Writing a Cover Letter

Time and again the importance of writing a good cover letter has been highlighted by experts in the human resource departments. The logic behind writing a good cover letter, is simple, a great first impression, means a great last impression. Thus, in short, a person who has mastered the art of writing an impressive cover letter is sure to be considered for the interview process and there is a high probability that he will be a favored candidate.

Drafting a cover letter for a resume is not an easy task, and there are several different aspects that you can consider and implement, to make the cover letter great. The best way to write the cover letter is to be sure about your goals objectives and will to work. Never write a cover letter, "...because you want a good job...". Imply that work is your passion and religion, as such an implication depicts dedication, loyalty and love for work. On many forums on the web, you will notice that there are several questions such as 'how to write a cover letter'. There are some very technical and theoretical answers that will be provided as a reply. However, I would like to recommend you to write this letter from your heart. Such a letter often depicts your love for work and willingness to strive for gaining efficiency in work.

How to Write a Cover Letter?

Instead of reading the theory of business writing, it would be better to have a look at a practical depiction. The following is one of the examples of cover letters for teaching positions which can be used, if the need arises.

Your Name Date Person to whom the letter is addressed Address and Designation of the person Subject: Seeking employment as a social science teacher Reference: Advertisement in _________, dated _______ Dear Sir/Madam, Much has been said about your great educational institute and the prestigious duty of shaping young minds, that it performs. I have read a considerable number of write ups about your institute and have also worked with your ex-students and teachers. A considerable teaching experience, a stint as a writer and a service in the armed forces, have left me, as a man who believes in striving for excellence and optimum performance. Human psychology evolves with age and matures with time. At the age that I am at now, I have come to believe that a person who worships work as his God, is showered with success and happiness of creation. For me, my students are not just statues that I have to finish and carve out for a display, but they are human beings with deep and sensitive souls, and have to be fed with the faith of knowledge. They have to be nurtured with emotion that gaining education is not just a way to a good life but is a path towards shaping a civilization. Dear sir, the human heart is like a stream, it is a part of mountains, seas and the Nature itself. It constantly changes its shape and form, and thus requires some guidance form a teacher, who is not just a dispenser of knowledge but is a receiver of it first. I hope that my qualification prove worthy of your expectations and requirements. Given an opportunity, I would certainly live up the expectations that are set forth before me by you, the honorable institute and the students themselves, for living up to the expectations of destiny is a pledge of mine. Thanking you, Yours Faithfully, Your name and signature

Tips for Writing a Cover Letter

Some points that can be used while writing a great cover letter, have been elaborated in the following paragraph.

The first tip that I wish to give you is take your time. Think about the position that is vacant and how you would prove to be a worthy candidate. Don't think of the post from the point of a 'job', a means of earning money. Integrate it into you and imagine yourself in the said situation and post. It is also advisable that you write the entire letter at least once as a rough draft. Avoid using a P.S. Including it in a cover letter indicates, indirectly, that you are not honest and sincere in your thought process and have chosen to omit some thoughts.

Keep a nice language flow and break the paragraph while shifting a thought. It is quite alright if you have a paragraph of even one sentence. Another advantage of making a really good impression is to avoid mentioning your experience and qualifications. Instead imply your emotion about the job at hand and indicate indirectly (in fact, slyly), that you are an ideal person to take up that post. Make the letter a small stream of thought. The same format can also be used for drafting a cover letter for an internship.