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Dynamic Cover Letters
Job-Search Cover Letter Tutorial

 

 

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Another Example of Poor Tailoring in Job-Search Cover Letter:

 

Another way to miss the mark when responding to an ad is to describe qualifications that are not congruent with job requirements.

 

The military played a major role in the development of my being a team player and having the discipline to succeed. Some of my responsibilities consisted of maintaining the multimillion-dollar sonar system along with responsibility for the fire-control system on board the ship.

 

Great stuff, but the candidate seeks an accounting position.

 

 

 

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