Why Resume Cover Letters Matter to Employers

Talking to the wife of an employee who is job searching recently, I found myself emphasizing the importance of making the review of her application materials easy for the employer. When an employer spends only a few minutes reviewing each resume and cover letter, connecting what she has to offer with what the employer needs is critical.

Job searching specialists and career counselors recommend that job applicants write a customized resume cover letter to accompany each resume sent to an employer. They’re right. As an employer, a customized resume cover letter matters. A resume cover letter saves you time, connects the candidate’s relevant experience to your advertised job, and provides insight into the candidate’s skills, characteristics, and experience.

Look for a resume cover letter from a good applicant. I read three today that were painstakingly customized and tied the candidates' skills to the advertised opening. What a pleasure! All three candidates are coming back for second round interviews, too. See Why Resume Cover Letters Matter to Employers.

More About Resume Cover Letters and Resumes

• Sample Resume Cover Letter.
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• Why This Resume Rocks.
• Sample Forms for Hiring Employees.

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