How to format a cover letter: Do's and Don'ts
When you are applying for jobs, having a professional resume and cover letter is crucial. But, having good content doesn’t suffice. The design of your cover letter is just as important as your content. A poorly formatted cover letter can make a bad impression on the hiring manager and a properly formatted one will make you stand out among the crowd. In this article, we’ll discuss the rules and guidelines for the formatting of your cover letter, and then discuss why it could be beneficial to let an experienced professional such as Grafton Resume handle the formatting for you.
Let’s start by discussing the do’s of cover letter format.
- Make sure you use a professional font. Times New Roman, Arial, as well as Calibri are all options. Avoid using fancy fonts or hard-to-read fonts.
- Do use a consistent layout. Make use of the same font, size and format for the covering letter.
- Do include proper spacing. Make use of single lines or 1.15 line spacing, and make sure you leave sufficient white space in between the paragraphs to make your letter simple to comprehend.
- Do include your contact information near the beginning of the letters. It should include your name, address along with your telephone number and email.
- Do personalize the letter. The name of the manager you’re hiring as much as you can, and customize your letter to the job that you’re applying for.
Let’s discuss the dos and don’ts of cover letters layout.
- Don’t use a template. Every cover letter needs to be unique and specific to the specific position and organization you’re applying to.
- Do not exceed one page. Keep the letter concise and straight to the point.
- Don’t use overly fancy formatting. Stick to a simple, professional layout.
- Don’t forget to proofread. Double-check spelling and grammar mistakes prior to sending the letter.
- Don’t forget to sign the note.
While it’s important to be aware of the structure for your letter of cover, it’s laborious and difficult to complete it yourself. This is where professional resume writing services like Grafton Resume comes in. Our team of experts know how to format an effective cover letter that will ensure that you stand out from the competition. We’ll take care of the formatting, so you can focus on the contents in your cover letter.
Additionally, our team can help you tailor your cover letter to fit the job and company that you’re applying for. In addition, we’ll review for spelling and grammar errors as well as ensure your letter is concise and easy to read.
In conclusion, a well-formatted cover letter could make all an impact on your search for a job. If you follow the do’s and do’s of formatting your cover letter and possibly hiring a professional company like Grafton Resume to handle the formatting for you then you’ll be on your way to writing a professional cover letter that will help you stand out among the competition. Do not hesitate to contact us on 1300 202 475 or use the contact form to get in touch with any questions you may have.
