Cover Letters

It is interesting to me that cover letters are not read until after the resume. That seems like a valid point, why waste time reading a cover letter when the resume is worthless? Also making it fit the specific job and company is great advice. It shows that you have done your research and are interested in that particular job. That basic formula is very useful as well. The description of the three parts of the body of the letter are good for reference. Writing a P.S. and also the advice to write it by hand was something I would have not thought to do. It definitely adds a personal touch and shows that you put in extra time and consideration. Anything you can do to show how much you are willing to put forth an effort for the company will be taken into account. A company wants to hire someone who is willing to put forth that extra something, because it means they will put in that extra something when they work for the company.