Increase the impact of your letter with the right cover Letter Format

Posted by Bowral Resume on 19 Jan 2025

If you’re applying for jobs, a well-written resume and cover letter are essential. But, having good content isn’t enough. The structure of the cover letter you send out is just as crucial as the content. A cover letter that is poorly formatted could leave a bad impression on your hiring manager and a properly formatted one can make you stand out among the competitors. In this article, we’ll discuss the important aspects of cover letter formatting, and also discuss the reasons why it might be beneficial to let professionals such as Bowral Resume handle the formatting for you.

Let’s start by discussing the essentials of formatting your cover letters.

  1. Use a professional font. Times New Roman, Arial as well as Calibri are all options. Beware of using too fancy or difficult to read fonts.
  2. Do use a consistent layout. Use the same font size, and layout across the entire cover letter.
  3. Do include proper spacing. Use single or 1.15 line spacing and make sure you leave enough white space between paragraphs to make your letter simple to comprehend.
  4. Include your contact details in the upper right-hand corner of the email. This should include your name, address telephone number, address, and email address.
  5. Do personalize the letter. The name of the manager you’re hiring as much as you can, and customize your letter to match the position and company which you’re applying.

Now, let’s talk about the dos and don’ts of cover letters layout.

  1. Do not use a template. Each cover letter should be unique and tailored to the specific position and organization you’re applying to.
  2. Don’t exceed one page. Make sure the letter is concise and to the main point.
  3. Avoid using fancy layouts. Stick to a simple, professional layout.
  4. Don’t forget to proofread. Double-check for spelling and grammar errors before sending the letter.
  5. Don’t forget to sign the letter.

While it’s crucial to pay attention to the structure for your letter of cover, it’s tedious and stressful to complete it yourself. This is why professional resume writing services like Bowral Resume comes in. Our team of experts know how to write an effective cover letter that will make you stand out among the other applicants. We’ll handle the formatting, so you can concentrate on the content the letter.

Our team will help you to tailor your cover letter to fit the job and the company the job you’re applying to. In addition, we’ll review for grammar and spelling errors, and make sure your letter is short easily read.

In the end, a properly formatted cover letter can be an impact on your search for a job. By adhering to the do’s & don’ts of cover letter formatting and possibly employing a professional such as Bowral Resume to handle the formatting for you and you’ll be well on your way to writing a cover letter that helps you stand out from the competition. Don’t hesitate to contact us on 1300 202 475 or use the contact form to get in touch if you have any questions.

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