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Dynamic Cover Letters
Job-Search Cover Letter Tutorial

 

Page 39 of the Cover Letter Tutorial

 

Tailoring your Letter to a Job Posting (Help-Wanted Ad) #2 -- Comparing Letters:

 

Compare two responses to the same ad.

 

First, the job posting:

 

PAYROLL ACCOUNTANT I
Trico Services Co., a multiplant conglomerate, has an opportunity for a payroll accountant responsible for processing corporate payroll, tax reporting, proper accounting and continuous improvement strategies. Requires technical knowledge of both payroll processing and information systems. Four-year degree and/or three years' experience in discipline preferred.

 

Follow this link to Letter #1.

 

Follow this link to Letter #2.

 

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