By Joyce Lain Kennedy

In today's tough job market, you have only a few seconds to distinguish yourself from the crowd with a single piece of paper. This edition includes over 200 great cover letter samples by 62 successful professional cover letter/resume writers.

Starting with the basics, this guide helps you structure a solid letter with an opening line that demands attention. Filled with helpful tips, techniques, and advice, this book shows you how to inquire about a specific position, request more information about a company, ask for an interview, and address salary issues.

With dozens of examples of letter writing do's and don'ts at your fingertips, you're ready to tackle the daunting job hunting process with confidence! Inside, discover how to:

• Create a specific letter to answer ads, approach recruiters, request information, and more
  
• Determine your employability, transferable skills, and technical skills by using the "JobSeekers Skills Finder"
  
• Ace the "Cover Letter Anatomy Quiz" so you know where each part of the letter belongs
  
• Use good grammar, power phrases, and buzzwords effectively in your letter
  
• Address difficult issues such as negative references and salary requirements
  
• Utilize electronic and computer resources to research salary issues and company profiles
  
• Wrap up your letter with style and secure the interview!