Getting Started with Cover Letters

Cover letters are your opportunity to demonstrate your enthusiasm, qualifications, and interest for a specific role to potential employers. Cover letters allow the reader to get a sense of who you are and what you bring to the table. At its core, the cover letter is a way for you to tell your story and convince an employer to offer you an interview.

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Resources and Tools

Tell Your Story

Storytelling: The art of communicating your inspirations, most meaningful experiences, competencies & accomplishments to an audience.

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Recommended Courses for Telling Your Story

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