Covering letters are an important tool that helps you try and grab an employers attention when applying for a job. However, mistakes on covering letters are one of the biggest reasons people can fail in their job search. With this in mind, we just want to show you four phrases that a lot of people use that don't impress employers.
Remember - in a covering letter you have to make sure you evidence not only your skills but that you meet the job requirements if you want to stand out. Being vague over what you can do is one way to get your covering letter into the 'NO' pile. If your excited about applying to a company, keep that to yourself. It won't help you at all and employers get fed up of hearing those chat up lines. Applying for a job is not a date so keep the chat up lines for dates!
Check out our website for more covering letter help via the Covering Letter Section or the Covering Letter Links Section by clicking on the links in blue. Below is an example of what you can find on our site!
- I just can't convey on paper how excited I am about this opportunity
- My past skills and experience enable me to excel in any role/task I take on.
- I'm applying to you because you're a prestigious and vibrant company
- I have great attention to detail
Remember - in a covering letter you have to make sure you evidence not only your skills but that you meet the job requirements if you want to stand out. Being vague over what you can do is one way to get your covering letter into the 'NO' pile. If your excited about applying to a company, keep that to yourself. It won't help you at all and employers get fed up of hearing those chat up lines. Applying for a job is not a date so keep the chat up lines for dates!
Check out our website for more covering letter help via the Covering Letter Section or the Covering Letter Links Section by clicking on the links in blue. Below is an example of what you can find on our site!