When writing an application letter . . .

Evaluate your completed letter of application from Activity 3  by using this checklist:

Did You . . .

• Clearly indicate your personal address and telephone number.
• Show the current date.
• Correctly address the letter - double check spelling of addressee’s name
• Use a personal salutation (Example: Dear Mr Brown).
• Use an effective subject heading - which outlines the position number and position title.
• In the first paragraph, identify the position you are applying for, where and when it was advertised to switch the reader on.
• Briefly outline your qualifications/experience- which meet the key selection criteria.
• Briefly outline your current position, or your most recent position which includes a brief account of your duties/responsibilities/initiatives.
• Use a high impact closing paragraph which confirms your suitability.  This is one of the most powerful tool that a job seeker has.
• Use a positive close example: I look forward to discussing my application at an interview.
• Use a personal complimentary close (Example: Yours Sincerely).
• Include a signature block.
• Type your name out in full.
• Indicate your curriculum vitae is attached or enclosed.
• Remember use positive language throughout.
• Use the same typeface and style as your CV.
• Link to a dictionary and thesaurus site for assistance in writing your letter of application and curriculum vitae.

• Dictionary (Merriam -Webster on-line dictionary) 
• Roget’s Thesaurus