Most people look like they don’t have confidence...in their cover letters. They use only resume letters, and leave the rest unsent. They don’t think if the hiring managers ever read them. Take your time to write your cover letter well, especially if they are for education jobs. You never know the effects that the cover letter can have on HR. You may find yourself landing a good job. It's a very important thing to do!

The cover letter has a lot of advantages over the typical resume letter. It helps you show off your writing skills, provides a lot of details, demonstrates your passion for work, and it shows a lot of willingness to use your time to perfect your work.

Here is a cover letter guide to help you write and perfect a cover letter that can give you an edge during a job application.

Address the hiring manager personally

Being direct is very important. Address the hiring manager by his/her name, but in a formal way. Avoid using generic methods of writing cover letters, as this is very general (and, if you do this, better to not send this kind of letter). When you address the manager by his/her name, you attract his/her attention - and in this way, you get your letter read. All things being equal, if you had skillfully written the letter with your qualifications, you could be considered a priority for the job.

Getting to know or finding the manager's name is easy, even if you don’t know them personally. Research is your friend here.

The most important thing is to address the person who is hiring, rather than just To Whom It May Concern. This can go a long way to sharing something about yourself that the hiring manager has been looking for.

Stand out from the start

Be smart from the start - avoid a generic introduction as much as possible. Your cover letter introduction determines whether your letter will be read or not. It has to attract attention and ensure that your information isn't thrown into the dustbin.

Convince the manager

You have to convince the manager in your letter that you can do the job. Research the job opportunity - and company - well. Showcase your unique experiences that are a great fit for the job, and convince him/her that you belong there. This can go a long way to getting you hired.

Don’t repeat what is on the resume

The hiring manager may lose interest with you if you repeat what is already written in the resume. It wastes both time and space that you could have used to persuade the manager to give you the job.

Show that your values and passions go well with the company

The restricted form of a resume does not allow you to display your qualifications and passion for the job. Use the opportunity of the cover letter to prove this to the hiring team. Show your excitement about the position, as well as your unique ability and skills. Show that you understand the company's mission - and that you fit right in, and will work hard to achieve company success.

End your cover letter with a high note

Show the recruiter that you are qualified for the job, and have everything they are looking for, re: this position. You do need to be unique from the rest of the job seekers. Talk confidently about your vision for working within the company. Share related past experiences, to show that you are best suited for the job. Positively paint yourself as a great fit for this opportunity, and you may land yourself that job!