Cover Letter for a Resume - Cover Letters for Resumes

Use a cover letter whenever you mail your resume. The cover letter introduces you and provides an opportunity for you to customize your message to the employer.

A good cover letter...

• is addressed to a person (never "to whom it may concern")
• is typed on fine quality paper and error free
• is short (to hold interest)
• emphasizes your value as a potential employee by stressing
• your skills and accomplishments
• asks for an interview
• shows how you meet the requirements described
• in the advertisement (when responding to an ad)

Sample Cover Letter for Resume

987 Maplewood Drive                                           Your Name                                    Home: (999)555-6666

Chicago, Illinois, 66606                                                                                                Cell:     (999) 455-1111

yourname@yahoo.com

Contact Name

Contact Job Title

Company Name

Company Address

Company City, State, Zip

Dear Mr./Mrs./Ms. Last Name, : 

If your organization is seeking a skilled and experienced Project Manager, I would appreciate the opportunity to discuss your needs and objectives with you.  The accomplishments noted within the accompanying resume will illustrate the value and vision that I can bring to your team.

For the last five years, I have led various project implementations, providing Customer Relationship Management and Data Warehousing solutions to Gateway Computers.  I have demonstrated success in managing these full project lifecycles, which have resulted in numerous savings for this company.  I possess a deep understanding of how to utilize technology in order to deliver enterprise solutions that meet requirements of business.

My expertise includes strong hands-on technical skills with CRM software applications including JDE and Siebel.  I am highly skilled in database development, object-oriented analysis/design, data modeling, client/server applications development and data warehousing/knowledge management.  Furthermore, I have proven the ability to manage large scale projects, consistently delivering these engagements within time and budget constraints.  I possess a solid track record for leading and motivating technical professionals in order to achieve high levels of performance.  These trends I intend to continue long into the future.

In review of your company's objectives and possible openings, I believe that my experience is in perfect line wiht your current needs.  If your firm is looking for a dependable, results-oriented professional with a solid performance track, I would be interested in speaking with you to discuss the value that my strengths and experience can bring to your search.  I can be reached in confidence at one of the above telephone numbers and look forward to hearing from you.

Sincerely yours

Sign name here

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