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Complete Guide on Job Applications

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E JobsA cover letter lets you express your enthusiasm for the position, while highlighting your skills and qualifications before recruiters view your CV. While a CV focuses on facts and achievements, a cover letter gives you the opportunity to express yourself further and clarify anything your CV leaves out. A cover letter should also point out what you can offer in addition to the basic requirements of the position.

For an example of a generic cover letter template click here.

For professional CV writing help visit http://www.monster.co.uk/cvchecker/ or visit Monster 'Ask the Interviewer' Forum

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