 I am Mrs. Geetha Jhundarwad, Assistant Professor of Communication Skills, Department of Humanities and Sciences, Walshan Institute of Technology, Sholabu. As an engineer, it is very necessary to have a good knowledge of writing a business letters or writing a business correspondence and it is also very necessary to have a good knowledge about to design a good cover letter. So in this session, today we are going to discuss about the significance of writing job cover letter. At the end of this session, student will be able to understand the significance of writing job cover letter. When it comes to apply for a job, there are applicants who may have underestimated the power that comes with having a good application letter. In fact, many of us have put so much time and efforts into crafting the perfect resume but failing to realize how significant is a cover letter. So let us discuss about what is a cover letter and why it is important. Take a pause. Think about the question and try to write the answer. So cover letter. A covering letter is a one page document addressed to the interviewer that includes your contact details, the role you are applying for and further details surrounding your application in your CV or your curriculum vita. Cover letters allow recruiters to develop a better understanding of your suitability for a position and this is often where first impressions are made in the mind of an employer making it one of the most critical components of an application. Now let us discuss about the importance of writing a great cover letter. This introductory letter is as important as the resume template because it helps the hiring party in evaluating the job candidates. It is also a determining factor that puts your resume to the top of the pile of potential candidates to the pile of rejected applicants. It is important that your cover letter reflects the unique capabilities that you possess on which position you as an ideal candidate for the role you are applying for. During a recruitment process recruiters and hiring managers may receive hundreds of CVs to review. The better applications will also include a cover letter. So the next time when you go job hunting always remember the importance of a professionally written application into your job hunting strategy. Now let us discuss about the goal of a cover letter. The overall goal of a cover letter is to demonstrate your uniqueness as a candidate. One that can bring value to the position and to show that you are literate, experienced and enthusiastic about it. Now see some of the features of a good cover letter. This is the question by hiring manager. The first feature is value and the question is what do you have to offer as a professional and how could you positively affect the organization if you were to be offered the role. This is the question by hiring manager. So definitely you have to show your value and for that you have to sell your key strengths confidently to grab the reader's attention. This will increase the likely of progressing through the selection process. The next feature is literate. A mistake in your letter shows not only your lack of attention on details but also suggests you don't care enough to take the time to proofread. Therefore it's important to check it over before submitting it. A well-written cover letter can also showcase your ability to effectively communicate via written text. The next feature is a unique candidate. Use your cover letter to display your unique combination of skills and experience that relate to the job selection criteria of the room. Provide examples that will demonstrate a clear link between your knowledge, experience and abilities and even the needs of the employer. Next feature is experienced. While soft skills as well as academic skills are critical for securing an interview, it's also important to demonstrate your experience in relation to the job description. So be sure to include examples of relevant experiences in your cover letter to highlight the value you would bring to the role and why you would be the best suited candidate for the position. The next one is enthusiastic. A tailored, compelling cover letter shows you have taken the time to research the company and understand the employer's needs and the job requirements. It is an opportunity to express that you are enthusiastic about the role, keen to be part of the team and demonstrate the value you would add to the company. The next feature is personality. The wording of your cover letter can express your personality in a way that your resume cannot. So the tone of your letter gives the employer an important insight into your personality and the kind of traits that could add value to their team and allows you to explain in your own words why you are the best person for the job. Remember these things. A cover letter should bring your CV to life and by aligning your CV with the job spec for the role, you can highlight exactly why you should be hired for the position while expressing your keenness to become a part of the team. So in this session we have discussed about the significance of a cover letter. So these are the references whatever I have used to make my PPT.