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Question by  Lynne53 (14)

What do you put in a cover letter for the position of receptionist?

 
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Answer by  Tranwreck (279)

A cover letter is your initial contact with an HR manager or recruiter. For a receptionist position, a cover letter would introduce yourself, and give a short summary of your skills. It is also the introduction to your resume.

 
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Answer by  Bayarts (470)

One should list all of the assets that will help one perform the tasks inherent in a receptionist's position such as typing skills, multi-tasking, education, any previous experience and an ability to be versatile and respond to the prospective employer's requirements. These things should be listed in a clear and concise manner.

 
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Answer by  Darry (3853)

Your cover letter is the first thing prospective employers see and should provide a quick overview of who you are and why you are contacting them. Explain your interest in the position and why you think you would be a good candidate for the job.

 
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Answer by  SallyJ64 (3121)

Give a little bit of background information on yourself and why you think you'd be a good candidate. Talk about your skills and why you're interested in working for this company. But only do a cover letter if the company requests it. Many companies don't want to bother with cover letters anymore.

 
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Answer by  mediamaven (579)

Include your ability to: present a professional appearance juggle multiple phone lines effectively communicate with customers and all levels of personnel

 
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Answer by  DWoody1 (75)

Include a brief fact that tells the recruiter that you know something about the company, and include a few of your strongest resume highlights.

 
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Answer by  DavidMegenis (117)

Your first paragraph is about why you want the job. Your next paragraph is all about your qualifications. Your last paragraph should be about requesting a interview

 
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Answer by  Latin4 (11170)

Let them know if you have customer service experience and telephone experience. "I am applying for the receptionist position, I have good organazation skills and work well with others. " I also have computer skills.

 
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Answer by  mediamaven (579)

Be sure to include all previous front desk experience including the ability to handle a multi-line or switchboard phone system and the ability to interact with internal and external customers.

 
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