GEB 3213 Lecture Notes - Lecture 27: Soft Skills, Elevator Pitch
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First line is the job you"re applying for. Last sentence is the thesis which connects your skills to the job position: 2nd paragraph. > highlight most significant and relevant accomplishments and experiences. > illustrate how you can help the employer achieve goals (and benefit them) Cite specific reasons why you are ideal for job. Phrase experience to be relevant to company"s interest: 3rd paragraph. Subheadings tied to key words & serve as powerful pinning. Anything unusual about background: 4th paragraph. If there is significant experience, it can run onto this paragraph. Descending attention to pick where content goes. Say you look forward to hearing from them. Use this paragraph to discuss if you are willing to relocate or travel: keep in mind. Multiple openings for some company, so if you apply to various positions. > send separate and cover letter for each b/c. > use pdf or put the whole letter in the text box.