Jo Ann Smith

1200 E. Main St., Yorktown, MN 51515

215.440.7273

Today's Date

Name and Address

Dear Mr. Jones

  or Dear Prospective Employer (if no name)

Tell me why you're writing:

In response to your add in the New York Times, please accept my resume for the position of VP Affiliate Marketing in the Minneapolis area.  Considering my broad-based business and technical background, I feel I would make a significant contribution to your organization.

OR

A mutual friend, Joe Johnson, recommended I contact you regarding opportunities within your organization.  Considering my broad-based business and technical background, I feel I would make a significant contribution to your company.

Give a brief description of your skills and qualifications (relevant to the position):

As my resume outlines, my experience includes hiring, training and supervising engineering and project management staff as well as troubleshooting with software, hardware and vendors.  You will find I posses excellent communications skills with the ability to effectively problem solve.

Continue the paragraph (or bullet points) above and answer the question: Why should I hire you?

My unique strengths include a solid technical background with ability to analyze and interpret technical information.  I have a strong emphasis in strategic planning and product development.

Wrap up your letter with a closing paragraph:

 After review of my resume, I welcome the opportunity to meet and discuss further  my background and how I may best benefit your organization.  Only if specifically asked do you include salary information in your letter in this section.  I will contact you next week to see if we can arrange a mutual time to meet.  Thank you for your time and consideration.

Sincerely,

Jo Ann Smith