Make sure your letter is free of spelling, grammar, syntax, and formatting errors. Save as a .pdf with your name and organization or position included in the file name. For more strategies, including ...

2. Use bullets. When people read cover letters, they are in a hiring mindset. That is, they are expecting to scan a page to get a general idea of someone.

Perhaps you believe no one ever reads cover letters. Well, the truth is, people usually start to read them but then quit after the first dozen words. Don’t let this happen to you.

Sample Language for Cover Letter Sections Below are some sample sentences and phrases to help you get over a writing block if you’re having trouble with any of the paragraphs on the previous page.