Table of Contents

The Real Barriers to Employment; Letters and the Job Hunting Process; The Open Market; Using the Want Ads; The Hidden Job Market; Increasing the Odds; Sensitive Issues; The Purpose of a Cover Letter; Step 1: The Sender's Information; Step 2: The Date; Step 3: The Recipient; Step 4: The Reference Line; Step 5: The Salutation; Step 6: The Opening Paragraph; Step 7: The Body of the Letter; Step 8: A "Call to Action" Paragraph; Step 9: The Complimentary Closing; Step 10: The Signature; Step 11: Enclosures; Step 12: The Postscript; Design and Layout; Paper and Envelope; Delivery; Writing Style.

About the Author

Daniel Perot & Frances Bolles Hayes are leading career professionals and authors of over 15 career books. During the past 20 years they have assisted thousands of individuals in achieving job search and career success through their many international career training workshops and seminars.