Cover letter

A person who applies for a job, position, or role, often in the context of employment

• Candidate

• Employee
• Employer
• Manager

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A synonym for short

• long
• brief
• tall
• wide

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A strong and positive emotional state characterized by excitement, eagerness

• enthusiasm

• Fear
• Sadness
• Anger

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To carefully review and edit a written document for errors, such as spelling, grammar, and punctuation

• Proofreading
• Brainstorming
• Outlining
• Drafting

What is a Job Description?

• A list of tasks, duties, and responsibilities that a job entails
• A document that describes the salary and benefits of a job
• A document that lists the qualifications needed for a job
• A list of all the employees in a company

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Dear Hiring Manager is a polite

• salutation

• insult
• joke
• question

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To emphasize or give special attention to a particular aspect or detail

• Highlight
• Ignore
• Undermine
• Neglect

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To examine, assess, or evaluate something carefully in order to form an opinion, make improvements, or provide feedback

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To inspire, motivate, or support someone in their actions, efforts by providing positive feedback

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When you tailor the content of your cover letter you.....

• Copy and paste your resume
• Write about all your previous jobs
• Write about your personal life
• Highlight relevant skills and experiences

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