Spring is in the air and songbirds are on their way back to their seasonal homes. A new season awaits you. It’s time to make plans for your new career and stick to your to-do list. It is also the time to thank everyone with whom you have spent the winter and holiday season and do not forget the hiring manager of the company where you want to start your new career.
This is a good time to share your appreciation with everyone you know and business contacts. Whenever you write a cover letter to a prospective employer, it’s smart to include a few words of gratitude for the opportunity to introduce yourself and your skills. Don’t forget to ask for that interview for the job you want to get.
However, always keep one thing in mind: the hiring manager is not required to respond to your cover letter. But if you sprinkle your cover letter with some gratitude, he or she won’t be able to resist contacting you.
Why?
Because you will be one of the few who shows that you care more about gratitude than greed. By showing a little gratitude, you show your good heart and your interest in others, not just yourself. This little addition to your cover letter will put you in a class all by itself. It will be a sure sign that you are someone who would be a welcome addition to any company and its staff.
Simple ways to say ‘thank you’ in your cover letter:
Make sure to use clear and simple language on your cover to convey your gratitude, but at the same time show your talents and abilities for the job you are applying for.
1. “Thank you for taking a minute to consider my cover letter and resume for your vacant position. I really appreciate how busy you are.
2. I appreciate the time you spend with your potential employees like me. I never take this for granted.
3. I appreciate the opportunity to tell you about my abilities and your expectations. Thank you for this opportunity to hear about your company and to share how it could fit perfectly into your future plans.
4. I really appreciate the job description you provided online. I would very much like the opportunity to show my gratitude in person for allowing me to introduce myself and learn about my background and find out how I can contribute to your company.
Never be overly effusive or sentimental, it may seem insincere, instead focus on clarity and sincerity. You know you have what it takes to land the job you want, just make a little gratitude a high priority and you will succeed.