GEB 3213 Study Guide - Final Guide: Frisbee, Microsoft Powerpoint

• School: University of Florida
• Department: Business Administration - General
• Course: GEB 3213
• Professor: Sean Trainor

Document Summary

Exam 2 study guide part 3 (chapter 7, 11, 12 and lecture material) Purpose of cover letter: connect your skills with the job relevance, connect with the recipient, demonstrate your knowledge of their company and position, persuade them to interview you. Cover letter first paragraph: state position applying for and how you found it, demonstrate knowledge of company, state hook, be reader/company focused. Cover letter body paragraph(s: highlight relevant accomplishments, abilities, and experiences, sell your credentials, personalize resume and connect to job/employer. Illustrate benefits to employer: specific examples and results. Request for recommendation letter: remember that you are asking for a professional favor, create a partnership, provide a portfolio of information, ask at least 4 weeks in advance, send email reminder or stop by. Thank you note: send the next day after the interview, customize it, genuine appreciation for interview, reiterate your interest in job, reinforce your qualifications, include a reference to the interview conversation.