How to write that I want to work for you. We will help you write a cover letter for your resume and find a job.

Do you know the difference between text that provides results and simply good text? The system. And it is precisely the ability to build systems that distinguishes a copywriter from other people who simply know how to write. Too abstract? Let's get specific.

Imagine that you have a resume (we discussed in detail how to write it) or a commercial proposal (a detailed workshop on development). And now, you are ready to send it to the recruiter or potential client. But you can’t help but think that something is missing. You also need to write a cover letter, at least a couple of lines of text, so that they can read the attached document.

It would seem that this is a very simple and short text, but many are confused by it. Or they make annoying mistakes, because of which the resume or CV fails. It's a shame.

To solve the problem, you must understand that the cover letter and the document attached to it are parts of the same system. And each part must clearly perform its functions. No more, no less.

Functions of the cover letter and attached document

Covering letter- this is, in fact, a selling text that sells a document (resume or CV). He sells not for money, but for the attention of the person on the other side of the monitor.

In turn, the document itself encourages a person to move to the next stage of interaction: interview, negotiations, trial order, etc. As a result, we get a simple sequence.

If at least one of the elements fails, then the entire system suffers. This needs to be understood. You are not interested in the cover letter - they either do not look at the document or look at it superficially. If you are not interested in (or have not looked at) the document itself, there will be no next stage.

Many people make a mistake. They make a cool CV or resume, but do not attach importance to the cover letter. As a result, the document is thrown into the trash and the misconception spreads that business proposals or resumes do not work.

How to write a cover letter: key points with examples

In 95% of cases, a cover letter is sent via Email. Therefore, we will place the main emphasis on this media channel. If you use regular mail or fax, then many of these recommendations are also relevant, but require some adjustment. I’ll also tell you about it below.

The first thing you need to convey to the person is the reason why he should open your letter in the first place and read the document attached to it. In other words, you must answer the main question: “Why?”

1. Subject of the letter

It all starts with the theme. And here more than half of people make gross mistakes. Paradoxically, it is inexperienced copywriters who make the most mistakes, because... they try to use original headings in the subject line of the letter, which are completely unnecessary here.

The topic should be as specific as possible and convey the essence, so that the recipient, at the stage of viewing the mail, immediately understands whether he should waste his time or not. Remember that your letter is far from the only one, especially if it accompanies a resume.

Examples of bad subject lines for writing

For resume:

• Job vacancy(there may be many vacancies, it is unclear which of them has a response... and is there a response at all?)
• You won't find such an employee again!(not a single useful word; there are many such topics)
• Congratulations! You have found your best programmer!(too impudent; however, they may call purely out of curiosity, but in most cases they don’t even read the letter)
• (no subject)

For commercial offers:

• Commercial offer(the topic is too hackneyed and abstract)
• Rolled metal with a 50% discount!!!(a clear sign of spam with all that it implies, although the title may be of interest)
• Have you ever been given such an offer?(the topic may only be of interest if a person has nothing better to do; in the B2B segment it most often goes unattended)
• We invite you to consider the possibility of purchasing refrigeration equipment from us at special prices only until August 1 (the topic is too long and intrusive - in spam!)

Ideally, the subject line of the letter should consist of 1-5 words, while conveying the essence of your message as specifically as possible. No show off. Remember that on the other side of the monitor there is also a living person who does not like spam and is tired of sorting out mail. Make it easy for him and he will thank you.

Examples of good writing topics

For resume:

The first topic is used for a “cold” response, i.e. when you have not yet communicated with HR or another representative of the company. The second topic is used after a preliminary conversation, for example, over the phone, when you have agreed to send a resume and the person is waiting for it.

The main advantage of such a theme is that the person already knows what’s inside and can easily find your letter in the flow of correspondence (if needed later). But, most importantly, the person will simply be grateful to you for saving his time and providing the necessary information. As simple and accessible as possible. Where there is gratitude, there is goodwill. And where the location is, there is a choice in your favor.

For commercial offers:

One thing needs to be clarified here important point. Unlike a cover letter for a resume, for commercial proposals the range of topics is much wider and depends on the type of CV: “ ” or “ ”.

In the case of the “cold” type of CP, you have de facto regular spam, and the headers can be anything. The main thing is that they attract the recipient’s attention and force him to open and read the letter.

In the case of a “hot” commercial offer, you don’t have to show off, because information is already expected, and you can simply and specifically write what’s inside the letter.

I've been doing a lot of experimenting with cold communications lately, and I've noticed that even with mass mailings, simple, to-the-point headlines that clearly state the topic of the conversation without giving away too much detail work better. This way the recipient understands that the topic concerns him and opens the letter, where he receives more detailed information.

Eh... Do you remember when there was no Internet and regular letters were used? Still, there was some kind of romance in them. Yes, and it was possible to store it. For memories. Still, whatever one may say, emails have much less value.

2. Text of the letter

The cover letter doesn't have to be long. As a rule, up to 500-700 characters is more than enough to get the point across and transfer the reader to the main document.

Remember: that the more you make a person’s life easier, the easier it is to convey information to him ( useful information, of course), the more he is disposed towards you. And where the location is, there is a choice in your favor.

Cover letter text for resume

So, the task: to arouse a person’s interest in our resume so that he reads it thoughtfully and carefully. To do this, remember the first rule: throw away all the rubbish that is written on the Internet as a sample. This kind:

Bad example! Do not repeat!

Hello!

I looked at the vacancy for a sales manager in your company, and it interested me. I am convinced that my knowledge, experience and high professional quality coupled with dedication, communication skills, resistance to stress and focus on results will be a good help in the development of your company and will lead it to a new stage of development in the future.

To get acquainted with my candidacy in more detail, please review my resume, which is attached.

Blah blah blah. A lot of text, but nothing of substance. And this happens all the time. Every applicant (for some reason, especially for the position of copywriter) thinks that he is unique, creative and inimitable. But the harsh truth of life is that such a letter occurs in every second case. And when there are dozens of such letters, then willy-nilly the eyebrow begins to twitch.

To write a good cover letter for your resume, keep in mind the main task: explain to the person as simply and clearly as possible why you are suitable for vacant position and, most importantly, why a person should look into your resume. In such cases, you can make a combination of a letter and a resume. See how this is done with an example.

An example of the correct accompanying text for a resume

Response to vacancy (commercial director) - Ivanov I.I.

Good afternoon!

I would like to be interviewed for the position of commercial director in your company. At my previous job, I held a similar position and solved the required tasks. Plus, he built an autonomous sales department of 40 people, increasing its efficiency by 178%.

All the details are in the resume that I attach.

Please use your main phone number: +7 (ХХХ) ХХХ-ХХ-ХХ

Have a great day!

Pay attention to a few simple tricks that were used in the body of the letter.

1. We immediately state the interim intention of getting an interview, not getting a job. There is a double bottom here: on the one hand, agreeing to an interview is easier than agreeing to give a position. And secondly, the person on the other end sees that you have a professional approach, and not only does he choose you, but you also choose from several companies.
2. You immediately explain why you are suitable for this position and back up your words with facts.
3. We make a seed and a link to the resume. A person becomes interested in what kind of specialist you are, where you worked and what you can do. It's like finding a treasure map and wanting to explore it.
4. Even though the cover letter is relatively short, it is written according to .

You get the idea. Let's summarize what should not be in a cover letter.

1. Abstract narcissism(I am the crown of sociability and efficiency).
2. Tabloid flirtations(Why am I the right choice? I’ll answer you! I’m The Best!).
3. Information not relevant to the case(It all started back in school. I wore comb-over pants and a stupid sweater back then).
4. Excessive originality(The Lord of Sales will conquer your soul!)
5. Familiarity(Hi! I heard you have a cool vacancy, let me give my buddy a go).
6. Sugary boasting(I will take your company to new level and I will rip out the throat of anyone who gets in my way!).
7. Compromising email addresses ([email protected])

Cover letter text for commercial proposal

In the case of cover letters for business proposals, you have more degrees of freedom. The fact is that there are at least four options here.

Option No. 1: “hot” CP (or other documents)

In this option, documents are expected from you by prior arrangement. Therefore, the letter is simple and typical. I would even say technical.

Example:

Commercial proposal and approval protocol

Good afternoon, %name%

I am sending a commercial offer and a price agreement protocol, as agreed.

Have a great day!

Nothing more is needed here, because... By default, you are expected to provide information from the application. The only exception is if you need the recipient to pay attention to certain points. Then you also write them down in the letter. For example, you remind that there are only 2 days left until the end of the promotion with a 50% discount.

Option No. 2: “cold” CP without a letter

This is a type of spam. Its essence is that instead of a cover letter, you use the text of a commercial proposal and send it en masse to the target list. Ideally, with personalization.

This approach does not always work, but I have several cases in which it completely justified itself and showed results higher than in other options, which you will read about below.

The main advantage of this approach is that a person does not need to download or open the attached file. All information is conveyed directly in the letter and reduces the number of unnecessary clicks. Fewer clicks - higher conversion. But not always, and this must be remembered.

Option #3: cover letter without attachment

In this approach, you send only a short email, without an attached CP. The point of this approach is to generate interest and provoke a response. And only then send the compr. See how this is implemented with an example.

Printed products

Good afternoon, %name%

My name is Ivan Ivanov, I am the commercial director of the SuperPrint company, and I want to completely satisfy your need for printed products.

My offer includes a reduction of your costs by up to 30%, bonus circulation and delivery from the printing house within 24 hours, even on weekends.

Call me at +7 (ХХХ) ХХХ-ХХ-ХХ to discuss details or reply to this email within 3 working days to receive a commercial offer.

Have a great day!

Please note: we introduce ourselves, briefly convey the essence, and leave the person with two options for further action. No flirting. No show off. No copywriting tricks. This approach is good to use when you need to test interest potential clients in your products and/or services.

Option No. 4: cover letter + “cold” contact

A classic combination, a compromise option. It is necessary to test, because... sometimes it has the opposite effect: “Not only do they send spam, but also with an attachment - unheard of impudence!”

Otherwise, the general ideological direction remains the same:

1. Introducing ourselves
2. We get the point across by answering the question “Why?”
3. We are interested in a favorable offer
4. Translate to attached file

See what this looks like in an example.

Supplies of rolled metal

Good afternoon, %name%

My name is Ivan Ivanov, I am the commercial director of the SuperMetalloprokat company, and I want to become the exclusive supplier of rolled metal for your company.

My offer includes reducing your costs by up to 30%, delivering a batch of up to 200 tons within 24 hours to anywhere in Moscow and the Moscow region, as well as several other bonuses. To make it more convenient for you, I have outlined the essence in the attached file.

To discuss the details, call me at +7 (ХХХ) ХХХ-ХХ-ХХ.

Have a great day!

Pay attention to the word “exclusive”. The principle of contrast and provocation is used here. Those. the bar is obviously set higher to allow for more maneuvers during negotiations. I will describe this technique in detail in a later article.

A very important exception

People of the old school perceive letters better on paper and in “their” language.

Sometimes there are times when the simple approach doesn't work. Simply because there is an audience that is not used to receiving information this way. As a rule, these are people of the old school (men 50+). Such people have seen a lot and are accustomed to two things:

1. Feel the information in your hands. In other words, they need to submit information on paper. Even better - in the form of an incoming letter to the organization (especially relevant for state-owned companies).
2. Perceive in your own language. Those. they need to present everything in clerical, florid, official business language.

See an example of such a cover letter. Remember that it is on paper with appropriate headings.

Dear Ivan Ivanovich!

We ask you to consider the possibility of including rolled metal products produced by Supermetalloprokat LLC in the tender application as certified building material for your production lines.

We would like to inform you that if the tender application is implemented and rolled metal products produced by Supermetalloprokat LLC are purchased through the appropriate procedures, savings on purchases for your enterprise will amount to more than 2 million rubles while maintaining the required level of product quality required by GOST.

Please respond within 7 business days of receiving this letter.

Cover letter sample

Finally, a few words about samples. Especially about those that are in the public domain. I’ve already said this and I’ll repeat it: there are no universal models. Your situation is unique, and solve the problem based on the data that you have.

For example, if you are a copywriter and want to get a job as a technical writer at an IT company, make adjustments in your cover letter. You should not copy samples from open sources, which, at best, will confuse you with the “gray mass”, and at worst, will take away a promising opportunity from under your nose.

If it turns out that the situation is complicated, describe it in the comments - we’ll figure it out together.

You will succeed!

Today, the Internet is the most popular tool for finding a job. The most basic way is to leave a response to a vacancy on a personnel website with just one click. But when it comes to sending resumes by email, job seekers often make mistakes. We will tell you how to properly send your resume to an employer so that it does not go unnoticed.

Subject line when sending your resume

Job seekers often neglect the most important rule- correctly format the subject line when sending your resume by email. Do not leave this field empty under any circumstances: without a subject, your letter may end up in spam, or the employer simply will not notice it.

The topic should be brief but contain the necessary information. Examples good topics: “Response to the vacancy of an assistant designer”, “Resume of the chief accountant”, “Resume of A. N. Ivanova for the position of translator”.

Sometimes the employer asks you to indicate something specific in the subject line of the letter (for example, a vacancy code). Be sure to pay attention to this so that you are not considered absent-minded.

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You should not send the employer a blank letter with a resume file attached. The presence of a cover letter is not only considered a sign good manners, but also shows your sincere interest in the proposed vacancy.

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Sample documents

A cover letter is short story about you. It is written in free form and demonstrates your interest in a specific employer.

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What is a cover letter? This important element your image as a candidate. Therefore, it is always advisable to write it. And the approach to writing it should be creative.

So, a cover letter is a short story about you. It is written in free form and demonstrates your interest in a specific employer. The letter should answer the questions: “Why do you want to work in the company?”, “What are you willing to do to develop the company?” and “Why they should hire you.”

We would like to draw your attention to the fact that you don’t have to write a cover letter at all, but then:

• It is not a fact that your resume will be looked at. Having a cover letter increases the likelihood of a response to your resume (even if it is a rejection).
• It is not a fact that you will be invited for an interview. A cover letter increases the likelihood of being invited to a personal interview, where you will already reveal 100% of your potential.

And also writing a cover letter will help you prepare for your personal interview. The main thing is to write the truth and stick to one line. Well, if it turned out that you had to embellish reality, learn what you yourself wrote. Just in case. So as not to forget.

How to write a cover letter for a resume

How to write a cover letter? At this stage, the applicant often experiences a certain stupor. This is human nature. He cannot appreciate himself. But if you want Good work, you need to push your modesty far away and learn to present yourself, your knowledge, skills and practical experience. To ease this difficult task, we will tell you how to write cover letters correctly.

Essentially, there is no right or wrong letter template. Why? Because it reflects the personal and professional qualities of the applicant. But there are still some recommendations for its design:

• When it's time to look at job openings, don't rush to immediately send your resume to every open position. Choose those that really interest you and conduct a mini-research. Find information about the company (for example, on the website hh.ru you will find a brief summary of the employer and links to sources about the company). Read reviews from clients and employees of the company. Analyze and draw conclusions. Did you like the employer? Start writing your cover letter. And don't forget to indicate why you chose this employer. If you don't do this, the hiring manager won't see your interest, which reduces your chances of job success.
• Address the recruiter by name. If he is not in the vacancy, just say hello.
• Don't tell, just show! Show that you are the right person for this position. Justify why your best skills and abilities will be useful to the company. Support your reasoning with facts. But you shouldn’t scatter the letters across the paper. Try to present the information briefly but succinctly.
• When writing a cover letter for a resume without a vacancy (and with a vacancy too), make sure that the cover letter does not repeat the information in the resume, but does not diverge from it. These two documents should complement each other. That is, we leave dry facts for the resume, and emotions for the cover letter.
• Even if creativity flows out of you like a fountain, it is better to tighten its power (before entering office). Many companies (especially large ones with long history) although they say that they need young and informal personnel (creative people), they adhere to the basics business communication. And it is better to follow the canons. But if you “ran into” a vacancy in a young progressive company, where “decent” chaos reigns and there are no restraining factors, experiment!
• A good example of your work increases your value in the eyes of the company. Try to show your potential in one or two sentences and back up your competence with facts.
• Properly lead the HR person to the final part of the letter. Take the initiative and ask feedback. And you should end with gratitude for your time.

When sending the document, go through the text again. Check it for errors and bloopers. Make sure that the letter is logical, without losing thought and jumping from one thing to another. Overall, you should like this letter enough to hire yourself.

Cover letter sample

So, we have already said that the form of the letter is free, but at the same time official (or close to official). A letter is being written with a focus on strengths, does not repeat the information in the resume (on the contrary, it reveals the main points) and shows your desire to devote all your efforts to the development of the company you have chosen.

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Cover letter from an accountant

Example of a document for a chief accountant:

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Sample cover letter from a lawyer

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Cover letter from a candidate for the position of manager

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Cover letter for a secretary position

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Cover letter for driver vacancy

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Cover letter of a candidate for the position of office manager

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How to write a cover letter to an employer

For an employer, a cover letter is the first impression of a candidate. Therefore, to the question of writing it you need to act responsibly.

When submitting your resume, show all sides of yourself. But try to avoid templates. Remember, the examples given here are just that: examples. There is no need to write the same, in the same words, in the same sequence. Show off your personality. Otherwise, no one will read your resume.

Important! The most common mistake applicants make is formulaicity. All cover letters are written as if they were carbon copies. Therefore, try to write sincerely. With soul and humor (if appropriate).

How to write a cover letter to a recruitment agency

A recruitment agency is a filter used in three cases:

• To get quality applicants;
• To avoid searching for a job on your own;
• When the company does not have its own HR person.

If for some reason you want to work with a recruitment agency, you will have to give 200% when creating your resume and writing your cover letter. After all, a recruitment agency is an intermediary between you and the employer. And very often, unfortunately, it plays the role of a damaged phone.

Therefore, to avoid unpleasant surprises, it is better to establish contacts with direct employers. Well, if it doesn’t work out, try to present yourself as clearly and clearly as possible using a resume, cover letter, imagination and ingenuity. In fact, the criteria are the same as for a direct employer, but there should be more details for the agency to help you find your dream job.

Cover letter from an internship candidate

You are a young and inexperienced student who is taking his first steps in Big world? Get ready to fight.

It is possible to write a good cover letter even if you have no experience. See example:

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Cover letter in English

If you want to work in a foreign company or a foreign project, knowledge of the language is a must. And even if the company’s representative office is located in your region, your resume and cover letter must be written in English.

When writing this document, try to adhere to simple rules:

1. The letter should not be more than one page;
2. The document needs to be printed;
3. The content should be structured, professional and concise;
4. Write the qualities and skills that you possess that are important for a specific vacancy;
5. Focus the employer's attention on your strengths;
6. Show your interest in the company;
7. Do not overdo it in praising your loved one;
8. Check the letter before sending. The bigger, the better.

Example of a cover letter for documents

When sending documents to someone with a request to carry out any actions with them, take the trouble to write a covering letter for them.

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Short cover letter for resume

Every recruiter has seen a lot in his time cover letters the size of Everest. In fact, anyone can write a long letter, but not everyone can make it interesting to read. Therefore, many applicants never wait for a response to their resume.

Alternatively, you can go the other way - the way of brevity. That is, not to write memoirs about life, but to clearly define your position. For example, like in this example.

In Western corporate culture, sending a short cover note along with your resume is considered good form. By doing this, the applicant emphasizes his interest in the vacancy, and also helps the recruiter immediately understand who he is dealing with by briefly introducing himself. In Russia, this tradition has not yet taken root, but most employers have a positive attitude towards cover letters, since this is already initial stage allows you to narrow the circle of applicants and get obviously interesting resumes.

A short cover letter for a resume: an example of good form

To understand what and how to write in a letter, you need to decide why it is needed at all. The main purpose of the note is to attract the attention of a potential employer and force him to look at your resume. Often, a recruiter calls an applicant and schedules an interview without even reading the resume, but is only interested in the cover letter.

There is no generally accepted structure for a note; each applicant designs it to his or her own taste. However, there are recommendations on how to make a letter succinct and concise. First of all, you should adhere to a businesslike tone of correspondence, no emoticons or Internet slang. Spelling and punctuation errors, even intentional ones, should be avoided, as this characterizes the applicant as an illiterate person. And few companies need such specialists.

The structure of a sample short cover letter for a resume, for example, might look like this:

1. Appeal. It should always be there. It is best to address the letter not to the head of the company or the head of the human resources department, but personally to the specialist who is recruiting personnel and who posted the advertisement about the vacancy. You need to address them in a polite manner, using only “you”, preferably by first name and patronymic. If you don’t know who to address the letter to, it is acceptable to use the standard greeting wording: “Good afternoon! I ask you to consider my candidacy...", etc.
2. Source of information about open vacancies. It would be good if you indicate where you heard about the job. Companies track which advertising channels are most effective, and if you help with this, you will definitely not be left without gratitude and attention. In addition, such a mention is a good start for a letter. This will immediately help you understand what position you are applying for.
3. Main content. Here you need to briefly and clearly describe yourself. There is no need to write standard phrases like “Easy to train, disciplined and sociable.” You need to stand out and convince the reader to take a closer look at your resume. You can indicate the scope of your professional interests, achievements at your last job or write what you can do for the company. There is no need to praise yourself excessively, but it is also better to remain silent about shortcomings. There is no need to explain why you quit, unless it is an objective reason (for example, moving). In a word, there is no need to duplicate your resume; it is important to emphasize your one greatest strength.

1. Signature and coordinates. Of course, this information is in the resume, but show respect to the recruiter and help him get his bearings. In addition, it is quite possible that your letter will have such an impression on him that, without reading the details, he will immediately want to schedule an interview with you.

Examples of writing a cover letter for a resume

As a sample, you can use several cover letters as a basis:

“Hello, Galina Nikolaevna! My name is Vyacheslav Ivanov, I was interested in the vacancy for the position of “Photographer”, which was published on the website job.ru.

I have great experience conducting ceremonial photography, I have been doing portrait art photography for more than 3 years, I have experience working in a photo studio. In connection with the closure of FotoTochka LLC, where I held a similar position, I am looking for a stable and interesting work.

The attached file contains my resume and a folder with photos (in a *.zip archive).

My coordinates: (phone number and Email).

My VKontakte page with additional examples of work.

Sincerely, V.Ivanov.”

“Hello, Sergei Vladimirovich! Our mutual friend Vitaly Petrov advised me to contact you, as you are looking for a candidate to fill the position of purchasing director. My name is Anatoly Viktorov, I have 20 years of experience in a similar position at Neftyanochka OJSC. The resume shows the changes I was able to make in the company. Now, in connection with moving to your city, I am looking for a job in my specialty. I would be glad if you considered my candidacy among the first.

I agree to business trips and traveling. I have my own car.

My phone: (phone number indicated).

Best regards, Anatoly."

If you are looking for how to write a cover letter for a resume, you can read another example below. Here is an example of how you can interest a recruiter, even without serious achievements or work experience.

“Dear management of the Zhelezyaka company!

From an advertisement in your official Facebook group, I learned that you are looking for a computer technician. I would like to offer you my candidacy.

My name is Evgeniy Smirnov, I am a graduate of the *** technical school with a degree in Computer Maintenance Engineer. Back in my school years, I helped my housemates set up and configure their computers, and was interested in the latest software and hardware. When I was studying, I worked as a system administrator in computer clubs and had an internship at a remote Microsoft office. More details in my resume.

With hope for employment, Evgeniy.

My phone number: (phone number indicated).”

Is it worth writing a creative cover letter for your resume: successful examples

As you can see, a cover letter can be written in any free form while maintaining the basic elements. You should take into account the age and social status of the recipient, as well as the position for which you are applying. If your online interlocutor is the owner of a large business, and his future profession is a manager or leading specialist, then the style should be strictly business-like, without frills or “flirts.”

It’s another matter if you are applying to a young creative company or applying for a position that involves out-of-the-box thinking. In this case, you can and even need to be original. However, you should not go too far - you must show that you are a creative candidate, and not a clown.
An example of a good cover letter for a resume with original content:

“Dear Vladimir Vygotov!

My name is Maxim Sovenkov, but my friends just call me Max (sometimes Owl). From an advert on the air, I learned that you are looking for interesting, young and exciting DJs to work on your morning show. I'm just one of those! "Why?" - you ask. Very simple! I am 23 years old, but I have a lot of experience (since I was 18 years old) behind a DJ console in nightclubs. Of course, mixing and radio are not the same thing, but I can give live interesting lessons and even host your own show. I have no internal barriers, I love people and I am interested in communicating with them.

I'm waiting for a call from you. Max".

As you can see, the basic structure of the letter has been preserved, but the message contains a lot of specific vocabulary and expressions unusual for the genre of business correspondence - rhetorical questions, exclamations, etc. However, such a note undoubtedly emphasizes the applicant’s character and will definitely “hook” the employer if he really needs leaders with unusual thinking.

A covering letter is a universal document used in a variety of areas of business activity of an enterprise. A correctly drawn up “accompanying document” will save all parties from many shortcomings and ambiguities. How to write a cover letter for documents?

When is this necessary?

The work of an enterprise, especially a large one, is accompanied by a wide variety of issues that most often have to be documented in writing. Counterparties exchange messages and notifications with each other, documents are required by the bank, tax office, Pension Fund, inspectors. Clients also write requests for a wide variety of information and documentation.

In all these cases, a cover letter will be a lifesaver and at the same time a worthy face of the company. Written on a solid form, competently composed and correctly designed, it will not only make a proper impression on the addressee, but will also perform a number of practical functions for the sender:

• will explain to the recipient who is writing to him and why;
• will take on an informational role, freeing the attached documentation from semantic overload;
• record in detail the list of attached documents;
• will save cash, eliminating unnecessary postal items with an inventory;
• will act as compact evidence of the delivery of a whole bunch of documents.

This is how useful a regular “accompaniment” can be with the right approach!

How to write a cover letter for documents?

Not everyone knows how to write a cover letter for documents, although it is important.

Compiling a “accompaniment” should begin with an introductory phrase: refer to the number of the incoming request or state the essence of the issue on which the correspondence is taking place. In the following paragraphs of the letter, it is logical to indicate the basis for the document: regulations, clauses of the contract, inspection reports, regulations of regulatory authorities, etc.

The statement ends with a request, proposal or demand. After the text is compiled, a list of attached documents with numbering, title and details, as well as the number of attached sheets is indicated.

Required details of a cover letter for documents

We discussed above how to write a cover letter for documents. Now a little about its design.

• "Head" of the document. This indicates the position of the head or other representative of the addressee, the name of the enterprise or the full last name, first name and patronymic of an individual; full address and postal code.
• The date the cover letter was written, and if the sender entity, then the registration outgoing number.
• Addressing the addressee in accordance with the rules of a business letter. Whether a private individual or the head of an enterprise, he is addressed by his first name and patronymic, adding the address “dear.”
• Detailed list of attached documents, because from the name itself it follows that the letter “accompanies” a certain main item.
• The letter is signed by the first person or an authorized representative of the organization who has been granted such right by the manager. If the letter is from a private person, then the sender himself or his representative by proxy signs the “accompanying document”. Before the signature, it is customary to add the assurance “with respect” by hand.
• Last name, initials and means of communication of the executor of the letter.

These are the basic requirements for the form of the letter.

Sample cover letter for documents

A practice-tested example of a cover letter for documents will be an excellent guide when drafting. Of course, its content will change depending on the needs of the compiler, but the general outline remains unchanged.

Hitrun I.V.

st. Vasilyevskaya, 3,

Kukino - 31005

No. 562 from 04/05/2015

Dear Ivan Vasilievich!

In response to your order No. 12/389 dated 04/01/2015 on the issue of conducting a counter unscheduled non-visit inspection, we inform you of the following.

Some of the documents on contractual legal relations with the private enterprise by the company "Gedeon" were seized on the basis of the seizure protocol dated 03/02/2015 (a copy is attached). We send you the documents at the disposal of the enterprise in the form of duly certified copies according to the attachment.

Application (total for 6 sheets):

1. A copy of the payment order with bank mark No. 3 dated January 15, 2015 - on 1 page.
2. A copy of the payment order with bank mark No. 6 dated 02/14/15 - on 1 sheet.
3. A copy of the reconciliation report under supply agreement No. 56/P dated 12/15/14 - 1 page.
4. A copy of the seizure protocol dated 03/02/15 - 3 pages.

Golokhvastov F. E.

Performer: Pupko A.V.

This “accompaniment” is suitable for many outgoing materials at the request of government, regulatory and law enforcement agencies, you just need to slightly adjust it to your needs.

Covering letter for contract documents

When concluding business contracts, a situation often arises when the counterparties are geographically remote from each other and cannot afford to travel to another city to sign the contract.

In this case, the execution of a cover letter becomes a kind of beacon that allows you to legally conclude correct agreement at a distance, without a personal meeting of representatives. With the help of a cover letter, one party can not only send signed contract forms for review, but also state in writing its position on the significant issues of the agreement.

In addition, the cover letter allows you to record what and in what quantity was enclosed and sent to the addressee. For example, the content can be stated as follows.

"We are sending you two copies of the agreement for the provision of information services, signed and certified by our seal. We suggest that you consider the specified project and, if you agree, sign the agreement by returning one of the signed copies to our address. Appendix: draft agreement in 2 copies on 6 sheets each."