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Topic: Cover Letter Vocabulary 2

Choose the best response to complete each of the sentences below.

1. My academic training combined with my ____________________ work experience make me an excellent candidate for this position.
  previous
  before
  precious

2. This experience ____________________ me with complete confidence in my professional ability ( = made me feel confident in what I do)
  insulted
  instilled
  installed

3. I am completely ____________________ in Spanish.
  fluid
  flowing
  fluent

4. I have a very good ____________________ of quality assurance.
  understanding
  comprehend
  understand

5. I developed strong ____________________ communication skills while working as a customer service representative for Bell South.
  verbose
  speaking
  verbal

6. During the ____________________ ( = span) of my career ...
  life
  course
  coarse

7. I believe that I could be ____________________ asset to your organization.
  a valuable
  a value
  valuable

8. Please contact me at your ____________________ convenience.
  early
  earliest
  earlier

9. I graduated in June with a BA in Sociology ____________________ University of Georgia.
  from
  from the
  at the

10. Most recently, I have been working as a representative for a major pharmaceutical company, presenting and ____________________ various pharmaceutical products to potential clients.
  making promotions
  doing the promotions
  promoting

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TOP TIP! Cover letters (employment)

Here are some things you should NOT do when writing a cover letter:

Do not send a generic cover letter
Using the same letter for every job shows a lack of interest and effort. Employers expect the letter to be tailored to the specific position and company.

Do not repeat your résumé word for word
A cover letter should add value by explaining key experiences and skills, not by copying information already listed in the résumé.

Do not use informal or unprofessional language
Avoid slang, jokes, emojis, and overly casual expressions. A cover letter is a formal business document and should maintain a professional tone throughout.

Do not focus on what the company can do for you
Employers want to know how you can contribute to their organization. Avoid emphasizing personal benefits such as salary, holidays, or flexible hours.

Do not ignore grammar, spelling, and formatting
Errors can make a negative impression and suggest a lack of attention to detail. Always proofread carefully and use a clear, professional layout.

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