Using Resume Cover Letters To Make A First Impression
Michalis 'BIG Mike' Kotzakolios
Kotzakoliou, SSA

When applying for a job, never forget to include a cover letter. The resume cover letter is just as important as the content of the resume itself. Resumes are merely a background relating to your experience and interest that determine if you qualify for a job. The cover letter offers additional information that the resume cannot cover. Resumes should only be one page in length. Anything over a page will discourage employers.

The cover letters are often provided when the resume is handed to the employer. The cover letter will have an outline of the basic information included in the resume.

An example of good resume cover letter information is as follows: Customer Service Envoy for AT&T-Lucent-National Cash Register Louisville, KY. Personally handled the Retired Employee Care Accounts (RECA) productively. Finished a $2.5 million dollar project in as little as two weeks. Project included closing all accounts in the RECA program for AT&T and the Lucent and National Cash Register, during the time the companies split paths.

As you can see, the cover letter of your resume offers more insight into the job position and tasks completed at the job. The cover letter can bring forth more response from employers if it is presented in a fashionable manner.

Never use negative connotations within a resume cover letter. The usage of negative connotations will only drive the employer into another direction. If you successfully did something in your life, use positive words to bring your success to light. Never brag.

It is important to keep within the guidelines when writing a resume, as well as resume cover letter. Do not tell your life story in your resume. A successful cover letter and resume will have the necessary and pertinent information within the body of the pages.