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You’re Hired! Compelling Covering Letters

You’re Hired! Compelling Covering Letters

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Harness the power of AI to transform your cover letter stress to application success.

Are you puzzled by job adverts that request a covering letter alongside your CV? Experts Liz Dinse and Jude Hanley will guide you step-by-step through the process of planning, writing and submitting a captivating covering letter.

A significant factor in the success of your job search, a great cover letter will allow you to initiate a conversation with your potential employer and express your enthusiasm for the role.

Packed with essential examples and expert tips to make your letter stand out, inside you’ll find:

  • Advice on how to use AI writing tools effectively
  • Accessible and actionable advice for job seekers at all levels
  • Example letters for a range of circumstances
  • How, and when, to successfully disclose personal information, such as convictions, employment gaps, disabilities or sexual orientation

This indispensable guide will help you craft a covering letter that gives you a competitive edge and gets you on the shortlist for that crucial job interview.

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Key Reviews

'Who knew there was so much to a covering letter? These careers writers did!

In a world where a carefully crafted covering letter can open up or shut down opportunities, knowing what to write, and what not to write, is crucial! Recommended for any job hunters, career professionals or employability support specialists, supporting others, this book is a must. Packed full of top tips in an easy to digest format. 

This guide should be in every college and secondary school library to support young people who are making their first job applications, seeking work experience or applying for apprenticeships. Well done to Jude and Liz! A cracking good (and accessible) read!'

Chris Targett RCDP, Chair of the Careers Writers Association

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Product Information

Published: 9 December 2024

Edition: 1st

Length: 224 pages

Dimensions: 234mm x 156mm

Meet the authors

  • Liz Dinse

    Liz Dinse RCDP is a member of the Careers Writers Association (CWA) and a freelance career coach and employment expert with over 20 years’ experience supporting disabled people. Liz is also a member of the Association of Graduate Careers Advisory Services (AGCAS) and a Registered Career Development Professional. 

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  • Jude Hanley

    Jude Hanley is an experienced careers adviser, currently working in a secondary school with a sixth form. She is passionate about equality and diversity and regularly creates content for online magazines, newsletters and websites. She is a member of the Careers Writers Association (CWA) and a Fellow of Advance HE.

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Adele England
The essential guide to planning, writing and submitting a great cover letter.

This book explains what a cover letter is and what information it should contain. It details how to tailor a letter and includes tips for utilising AI. The disclosure of sensitive information chapter covers age, criminal convictions, disability, religious beliefs and sexuality.

Alternative cover letters such as speculative, negotiating offers, resignation and promotion are highlighted. The guide discusses the pros and cons of emails versus paper. The Top 10 mistakes to avoid and In a Nutshell are valuable features. The book concludes with further support, reading and resources. The authors are experienced careers advisers.

Future editions would benefit from the inclusion of cover letters for work experience as students often struggle with this task. The resource could be enhanced with the inclusion of an index.

A review copy was sent to me by the publisher.