The Complete Idiot’s Guide to the Perfect Cover Letter
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Sep 13th, 2010 |
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In today’s competitive job market, readers must make themselves stand out from the crowd. This step-by-step guide shows job seekers how to create a winning cover letter that demands attention. Readers learn how to handle sticky issues such as salary history, career changing, and gaps in employment. A special section on broadcast letters and thank-you letters is included.
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This book does offer some good tips but I wish that it had a better section for New Grads. If you’ve been in the business world for a few years then this book does offer some good advice. However, if you’re just out of school, you might want to consider another book.
Rating: 3 / 5
What a disappointment! This book is really geared towards people with a wealth of experience. Every example seems to cite 12 years of X, successful projects in Y, AND you’re friends with the hiring manager. (I’d assume, though, that with all that under your belt, you’ve probably written a cover letter or two.) If you’re a new grad or don’t have a background in your field, you’re not going to find much help here.
Another issue I had with the book – the resumes can be incredibly corny. I like puns and googled quotes as much as the next person, but I would never include them on a resume. I found a lot of the resumes lacked sophistication in exchange for a more ‘personal, informal’ tone.
Overall, I didn’t get much help from the book and would recommend passing on this one.
Rating: 2 / 5
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the quality is amazing for the price. I purchased several books mostly
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and in awesome condition. There is one problem your shipping and handling cost are through the roof please try to work out some deals with this issue.
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Rating: 4 / 5
Great book!
You can forget about writing boring cover letter that is becoming predictable by using this book as a guide.
Susan did a great job by using lots of example, regardless of the situation you are in.
I think it is a must for any serious job-seeker.
Rating: 5 / 5