A while ago, I sat on an alumni panel for UNOmaha’s Ad Club and one of the students asked about cover letters and how to personalize them. She referenced form letters that she had seen on the web and in classes. Just to start, I am a big believer that you should never have your first impression be on paper, but I know that it’s not always possible to make that happen.
So on that note, I think that when first learning how to create a cover letter, the standard form letter is a great resource. However, it doesn’t really let your personality show. This diminishes one of the greatest benefits of the cover letter, which is to show what a great “culture fit” you are. Here are some tips for maximizing your cover letter’s effectiveness, prepared by experienced resume editor:
Good luck!
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