Chapter 3: Getting The Job

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Return Address

Back 1

Is the first thing to appear at the top of the letter.

Front 2

Letter Address

Back 2

Also called the inside, address, contains the name and address of the person or company to whom you are writing.

Front 3

Salutation

Back 3

Is the gretting that begins your letter.

Front 4

Body

Back 4

Is the messgae section of the letter.

Front 5

Complimentary Close

Back 5

Is a courteous phrase used to end a letter.

Front 6

Resume

Back 6

Is often called apersonal data sheer, biographical summary, professional profile, or vita.

Front 7

Referneces

Back 7

Are people who have known you for at least one year and can provide information about your skills, character, and achievements.

Front 8

Scannable Resume

Back 8

Is a resume that has been designed for easy reading by a scanner and contains key words from the applicant's career field.

Front 9

Reference Letter

Back 9

Is a statement attesting to your character, abilities, and experience, written by someone who can be relied upon to give a sinerce report.

Front 10

Employment Application

Back 10

When you apply for a job opening.

Front 11

Job Interview

Back 11

Is a face-to-face meeting with a potential employer to discuss your job qualifications.

Front 12

Thank-You Letter

Back 12

Is a follow-up tool to remind the interviewer of your qualifications and desire to work for the company.

Front 13

Application Letter

Back 13

Or cover letter, introduces you to the potential employer and gives you a chance to "sell"your qualifications.