Job hunting is exhausting, and it can be tempting to try and find shortcuts.
However, no success comes from a lazy approach to cover letters.
The CV is where you elaborate; the cover letter is where you showcase.
It may be a candidates market at the moment, but not all candidates are the same.
And to truly stand out, follow our top four tips below.
Echo the language
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There is a big distinction here.
You want to flatter and show that youre the right fit, not repeat the job listing verbatim.
Use your opening paragraph to introduce yourself in no more than four lines.
This is your elevator pitch.
If you had 30 seconds to run through your entire career history, what would you say?
At the interview stage, you will have the floor to elaborate.
Instead, turn your wins into demonstrable statistics that are appropriate to the hiring company.
Cyber security companyCrowdStrikeis currently hiring knowledge workers.
As such, it makes sense to tailor your cover letter to the hiring company.
Yes, its more work than copying and pasting a generic cover letter, but it will bring dividends.
Audibleis currently recruiting for several roles, with jobs across tech, accounting, andbusinessmanagement.
