Cover Letters For Dummies
by Joyce Lain Kennedy · Joyce Lain Kennedy
Syndicated careers columnist Joyce Lain Kennedy explains how to write cover letters that match a job's requirements, using worksheets and dozens of sample letters. Readers learn to open strongly, present qualifications as benefits to the employer, and avoid common errors.
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