Cover Letter Formatting Do's and Don'ts
If you’re applying for jobs, having a professional resume and cover letter is essential. But, having good content doesn’t suffice. The design that you write your letter in is just as important as the content itself. A poorly formatted cover letter could leave a bad impression on the manager who is hiring While a professionally formatted one can help your company stand out from the other applicants. In this post, we’ll look at the important aspects of the formatting of your cover letter, and then discuss why it could be beneficial to have professionals such as Murray Bridge Resume handle the formatting for you.
Let’s start by discussing the essentials of formatting a cover letter.
- Use a professional font. Times New Roman, Arial, as well as Calibri are all good options. Beware of using too fancy or difficult-to-read fonts.
- Do use a consistent layout. Use the same font, size and format in the letter of cover.
- Do include proper spacing. Use single or 1.15 line spacing and allow sufficient white space in between the paragraphs so that the letter is easily read.
- Include your contact details in the upper right-hand corner of the email. This should include your name, address telephone number, address, and email address.
- Do personalize the letter. Make use of the name of the hiring manager If you can, and tailor your letter to the position and company the job you’re interested in.
Let’s get to the don’ts of cover letter format.
- Use a sample. Every cover letter must be unique and customized to the particular job and company you’re applying to.
- Don’t go over one page. Make sure the letter is concise and straight to the point.
- Don’t use overly fancy formatting. Use a simple, professional layout.
- Don’t forget to proofread. Double-check grammar and spelling mistakes prior to sending the letter.
- Don’t forget to acknowledge the letter.
While it’s vital to be aware of the format in your resume cover letter it can be tedious and stressful to complete it yourself. This is where professional resume writing services such as Murray Bridge Resume comes in. Our team of professionals knows how to structure the perfect cover letter that will allow you to stand out your competition. We’ll handle the formatting, so you can focus on the content in your cover letter.
In addition, our team will assist you in adjusting your cover letter to fit the job or company the job you’re applying to. Furthermore, we’ll check for grammar and spelling mistakes and make sure that your letter is short easily read.
A well-written cover letter will make all it’s worth in your career search. By following the do’s and don’ts of cover letter formatting or perhaps hiring a professional like Murray Bridge Resume to handle the formatting on your behalf and you’ll be well on your way to writing a professional cover letter that makes you stand out from the competitors. Do not hesitate to contact us at 1300 694 635 or use the contact form to get in touch should you have any concerns.
