Resumes have been given importance since long now but with the changing scenario things have changed a little. Cover letters are the new in thing in the job market. Cover letters are written and submitted along with the resume. Though this is a new concept it is sure to fetch you the desired result. The agent cover letter emphasizes on your strengths and USPs (Ultimate Selling Propositions) to the addressee of the letter.
What is a Cover Letter?
Cover letters are formal letters that introduce you to the recruiter or employer while you make an attempt to convince them that you are the best suitable candidate for the applied post in their organization.
The importance of cover letters cannot be ignored in today's competition scenario in every field. Everyone gives a resume and more often than not we follow the set and typical format for drafting it. Cover letters give you a leeway to mention and tell the recruiter or employer (as the case may be) why you are inclined towards joining their firm or mention qualities that you think will be helpful to them. You need to do all this in order to promote yourself and get through to the interviewing rounds of the selection procedure.
How to Write Agent Cover Letter?
Cover letters have the following contents:
Agent Cover Letter Format
First Paragraph: Convey the post you are interested in and how you came to know about the vacancy. There is nothing wrong even if you have come to know the vacancy from somebody's word of mouth as contrary to the popular misconception those companies or firms do not prefer taking in such candidates.
Second Paragraph: Try and make this paragraph the last one too. Here you can mention about your experience or some notable projects undertaken or skills that you think are quintessential for being an agent.
In the same paragraph or say the last small paragraph of two lines, write a thank you note and if possible mention that you are interested in meeting or having a telephonic conversation with the employer and ensure that you follow up accordingly. Following up after submitting your resume increases the likelihood of getting called for the interview.
As for the technical specifications of writing the agent cover letter, just place everything on the left side of the page i.e. everything has to be left aligned.
Joe Maurice
Maurice Villa,
Penguins Zone, Street No. 4,
Madagascar Society,
New York City
joe.maurice@speedomail.com
Contact Number - 523-265-4916
08/01/2011
Jacob Taison
Human Resources Officer
Recruiting Department
Taison & Taison Multi Agency Private Limited
New York
Re: Application for the post of an Agent
Mr. / Miss. _____,
I write this letter to you with respect to the advertisement notification for the post of Agent in your firm. Having read the selection criterion I firmly believe we should meet once because I am sure you will find a very good employee in me and at the same time I can use the work experience in your firm to develop my skills in a much bigger and better way.
I am a post graduate in Masters of Business Management with specialization in Sales and in the three years of experience that I have garnered in two very reputed firms, I have handled multiple responsibilities (mentioned in detail in the resume attached herewith). Kindly have a look.
Looking forward to hearing from you.
Thanks and Regards,
Joe Maurice
Enclosures: Attached please find my resume, recommendation letter and experience letters.
Considering the above agent cover letter example you may personalize your letter with the respective names and unique qualities. Wish you best of luck for your endeavors!