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They also let recruiters differentiate between two candidates with similar qualifications .  \n94%  \nUnsure if a cover letter is worth writing?  \nof hiring managers say cover letters influence interview decisions  \nFormatting Guidelines  \nLength  \n Aim for 2/3-3/4 of a page , including your header and address lines .  \n Going beyond this may mean you need to be more concise in your messaging. The ability to write concisely is a s kill that employers value!  \nFont & Size  \n Use a clean , professional font:  \nCambria Arial Garamond Tahoma Times New Roman Verdana  Recommended font size: 11 or 12 pt  \nFormatting Tip!  \nKeep your margins between 0.75\" and 1 \" and use single spacing throughout. This ensures your cover letter looks clean and professional without appearing too cramped or too spaced out.  \nSections Of A Cover Letter  \nHeader   \nAddress Line  Introduction   \nBody Paragraphs ( 2)  Conclusion   \nSign-off/Closing   \nLet’s break down each section:  \nHeader  \nYour header should include your name at the top in larger font , then below a list of your contact information including phone number , location , email , and LinkedIn . Here ’s a sample:  \nFirst Name Last Name  \nPhone Number | City , Province | Email | LinkedIn  \nAddress Line  \nThe address line should be proper letter format. Here ’s a sample and what you should include:  \nFebruary 8th , 2024  \n[ Hiring Manager Name][ Company Name]  \n123 Queen Street Toronto , ON , A 1 B 2 B 3  \nNote - if you cannot find the hiring manager ' s name/title, you can default to 'Hiring Manager ' or' Talent Acquisition Team '.  \nDear [ Hiring Manager Name],  \nDid You Know?  \nYou can book an appointment with your Career Coordinator to review your cover letter! Book an appointment here and bring a job description with you so you can receive tailored feedback.  \nIntroduction  \nWhat you are applying for: state the role and the company  \nWhy you are applying for it: show passion about the role or the company. Tell them why this role/ company resonates with you .  \nWhat are your relevant skills: state them briefly  \nBody Paragraphs ( 2)  \nWrite STAR stories around the skills that are relevant to the role/job description .  \nFor example , if it is clear that communication is a required skill for the role , write a STAR story about a specific time you demonstrated strong communication skills .  \nRefer to our Hub Insights page for a STAR methodology explanation .  \nClosing Paragraph  \nWrap it up! Don ’t introduce any new information .  \nExpress gratitude for their consideration and re-state your email and phone number .  \nSign-Off/Closing  \nSign-off using proper letter formatting as such:[ Sincerely ,] [ Kind Regards ,] [Thank you ,] [ Best Regards ,][Your First Name Last Name]  \nSample Resume:  \nWith Relevant Work Experience  \n*Please note-copying this resume sample would be  \nconsidered plagiarism. Use this sample only as a reference*  \nSample Resume:  \nWith Minimal Work Experience  \n*Please note-copying this resume sample would be  \nconsidered plagiarism. Use this sample only as a reference*  \nWant to Learn More?  \n| Cover Letter Tips | Using the STAR Method | Explore Careers |\n| --- | --- | --- |\n| How to Write a Cover Letter | 6 Simple Steps for a Cover Letter | Leverage AI  |\n\nVisit the Business Career Hub  \nEmployer Events  \nInterested in expanding your network and meeting industry professionals? BCH organizes and hosts many industry events - refer to your ‘Careers Newsletter ’or visit here .  \nBootcamps/Prep Programs  \nMicrosoft Excel - Financial Modeling -VBA -Tableau PowerBI -Ace This Case Capi","cbCainPFxdwW7k6w","https://ap.wps.com/l/cbCainPFxdwW7k6w","pdf",1665130,6,"English","# Why Cover Letters Matter\n## Formatting Guidelines\n## Sections Of A Cover Letter\n## Header\n## Address Line\n## Introduction\n## Body Paragraphs (2)\n## Closing Paragraph\n## Sign-off/Closing\n## Did You Know?\n## Want to Learn More?","[{\"question\":\"Why are cover letters important for job applications?\",\"answer\":\"Cover letters let applicants tell their story and expand on experiences listed in a resume. They also help recruiters differentiate between candidates with similar qualifications.\"},{\"question\":\"What formatting guidelines should a cover letter follow?\",\"answer\":\"Aim for about 2/3 to 3/4 of a page including header and address lines. 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