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  1. How to Write a Resume Cover Page - Resume Genius

    • Write your name in a header at the topusing big, bold letters to help the hiring manager remember your application. Place your contact information (phone number, email address) either beside or below y… See more

    Add The Hiring Manager’s Contact Information

    Follow business letter etiquette by putting the hiring manager’s name with the company contact information in a left-aligned list under your header. If you don’t know the hi… See more

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    Address The Hiring Manager Or Company Department by Name

    Use the “Dear [Mr./Ms./Mx.][Hiring Manager/Department’s Name],” format for your cover letter salutation. Never write “To Whom It May Concern,” or “Dear Sir/Madam,… See more

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    Craft A Catchy Opening Paragraph

    Start your cover letterby expressing passion for your work, describing a relevant skill or achievement, or use a well-crafted sentence to explain how your skills and experience … See more

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  1. To create a cover sheet for your resume, follow these steps:
    1. Make your name stand out.
    2. Add the hiring manager’s contact information.
    3. Address the hiring manager or company department by name.
    4. Craft a catchy opening paragraph.
    5. Expand on the details mentioned on your resume.
    6. Close with a call to action.
    7. Sign off politely.
    8. Put your name at the end1.
    Additionally, consider the following formatting tips:
    • Use a 1” margin on all sides of the page.
    • Left-align your page contents.
    • Set cover letter spacing to single or 1.15.
    • Include a digital copy of your signature (if you have one).
    • Use a modern, professional cover letter font.
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    How to Write a Resume Cover Page

    • 1. Make your name stand out ...
    • 2. Add the hiring manager’s contact information ...
    • 3. Address the hiring manager or company department by name ...
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    Here are the best tips on how to format your resume cover sheet:

    • Use a 1” margin on all sides of the page.
    • Use left-align to adjust your page contents to the left side of the page.
    • Set your cover letter spacing to single or 1.15.
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