Connect the dots (aka The Pitch)

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While the opening may seem about you, this part is not. The meat of the letter is relating your experience to the job description; how you would fit in and bring value to their company/the role. If you can't sell yourself and communicate your value, why would they expect you to be able to do it for the product service or business you're applying?

Review the job description closely. Print it out if you have to and circle the things that match your abilities and skills. Once you identify their needs, it becomes easier to develop this section. Now look at your resume and your algeria whatsapp phone number lists of accomplishments, how do they overlap? Utilize 3-4 bullet points that illustrate the intersections so the hiring manager can clearly see, not only do you meet the requirements, you have successfully already done them!

I am a big believer in the idea of show don’t tell. Proof is the key to this section!

Example:

Job description is seeking Desktop Analyst and one of the requirements is:

Experience handling calls and emails from customers to help resolve their IT issues including Mac and PC systems. Familiarity with ticketing systems preferred.

Your bullet point should prove that you have the experience and provide proof from your work history:

Troubleshot and resolved all Windows 7 and Mac related incidents assigned as a Level 1 Support Analyst utilizing the HP Service Now ticketing system.


When you paint a picture with proof, the Hiring Manger can imagine you doing the same for their company. You are providing supporting evidence to explain away any doubt that you are up to the tasks that the role requires.