Cover Letters Cover Letter Do's and Don'ts 4

Question 1

What is a DO when the job posting lists requirements you partially meet?

Accepted Answer

Emphasize relevant strengths and willingness to learn

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Claim you meet every requirement perfectly

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Skip applying altogether

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Apologize for your shortcomings throughout

Question 2

Which is a DON'T regarding pronoun usage?

Accepted Answer

Starting nearly every sentence with 'I'

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Focusing on what you offer the employer

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Connecting your skills to company needs

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Using 'you' to address the reader's goals

Question 3

What format is best to DO when submitting a cover letter by email?

Accepted Answer

Send as a PDF unless another format is requested

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Paste it as plain text with no formatting

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Send an editable file the employer can change

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Embed it as an image

Question 4

Which is a DON'T about humor in a cover letter?

Accepted Answer

Relying on jokes that may not land

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Maintaining a professional tone

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Showing measured personality

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Being warm yet polished

Question 5

What is a DO regarding the company's mission or values?

Accepted Answer

Reference them to show alignment

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Ignore them entirely

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Criticize them to stand out

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Quote them at length without commentary

Question 6

Which is a DON'T when reusing a cover letter template?

Accepted Answer

Leaving placeholder text or the wrong company name

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Updating it for each specific role

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Refreshing the opening hook each time

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Adjusting the achievements to the job

Question 7

What is a DO regarding the first paragraph's purpose?

Accepted Answer

State the position you're applying for and grab interest

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Save the job title for the final paragraph

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Begin with your life story

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Open with a list of weaknesses