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Unit 14: Resume Writing

Knowing the resume writing skills for this new job market could make or break your job search. Notes

In case, resumes are solicited directly by the employers, one need not write a job application

(covering letter), as the bio-data would be sufficient in this case. In some other cases, the

employing firms have their own forms to be filled up by the candidates. In other cases, when the
prospective candidates are applying for jobs on their own, usually a covering letter, along with
the resume, is sent to the company.
14.2 Covering Letter

A letter of application is to be accompanied with a resume. The letter for the job may be solicited
or unsolicited, general or specific, inherently or overtly persuasive. The application for the job

must be persuasive enough to develop a strong desire for the potential employer to move towards
action. The message must attract the employer.

14.2.1 Important Points with Regard to Covering Letter

1. Good quality paper is used.
2. Return address is properly positioned.
3. The salutation is to be made formally.

4. Subject and attention lines are used if appropriate.
5. Complimentary close is included.
6. Enclosure note is used to acknowledge the attachments like resume and any other
enclosure.
7. The mention about the resume is to be made in the body of the letter as well.
8. Letterhead should not be used.
9. Address should be written in clear handwriting or typed so that it may reach the place
without any problem.
10. The application should be written in own handwriting as far as possible.
11. The letter should be folded and packed properly, along with all requisite documents like
resume and proper size of envelope.
12. Each letter should be written uniquely and personally to appropriate persons at the fi rm
where one wishes to work.
13. APCA (Abbreviations, Punctuation, Comprehension and Action) is carefully planned and
put to proper use.
14. Tone, vocabulary, transition and coherence should be appropriate.

14.2.2 Techniques for Writing Successful Covering Letter

1. Be positive and confident, but not presumptuous or arrogant.

2. Talk of key credentials to fulfil job requirements.
3. Show interest in working for the organization.
4. Show knowledge about the company.
5. Show knowledge about the job requirements.

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