Cover Letters Cover Letter Do's and Don'ts 3

Question 1

What is a key DON'T regarding the tone of a cover letter?

Accepted Answer

Sounding arrogant or entitled

Answer

An arrogant or entitled tone alienates readers, while confidence balanced with professionalism appeals to them.

Question 2

Before sending, what must you always DO?

Accepted Answer

Proofread carefully for typos and errors

Answer

Careful proofreading prevents typos that can quickly disqualify an otherwise strong candidate.

Question 3

Which is a DON'T when referencing your current or past employer?

Accepted Answer

Speaking negatively about them

Answer

Badmouthing a previous employer raises red flags about your professionalism.

Question 4

What is the recommended approach to addressing employment gaps in a cover letter?

Accepted Answer

Briefly and positively explain if relevant

Answer

A brief, positive explanation reassures employers without dwelling on the gap.

Question 5

Which font choice is a DO for a professional cover letter?

Accepted Answer

A clean, readable font like Calibri or Arial

Answer

Clean, standard fonts keep the letter readable and professional.

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