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\nWhen you apply for a job, the temptation can be to concentrate all your energies on crafting your CV and preparing yourself for an interview. Cover letters, however, play an important role too. The purpose of a cover letter is to introduce yourself, show your interest in a job, express who you are as a candidate, demonstrate how you\u2019re a good match for the role, and encourage the employer to invite you for an interview. It\u2019s one more chance to make an excellent first impression.<\/p>\n

However, it\u2019s just as easy to scupper your chances of landing on the \u2018yes\u2019 pile by writing a bad cover letter. This blog post explains what you shouldn\u2019t say in your cover letter and other common mistakes to avoid.<\/p><\/div>\n

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What To Avoid Saying In A Cover Letter<\/h2>\n
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You may want to express your personality and explain why you\u2019re interested in the job, but there are certain things you should never say in a cover letter. Here are the top five.<\/p>\n

 <\/i> What The Employer Can Do For You<\/h3>\n

Don\u2019t focus your letter on what the employer can do for you. If you talk about how the salary package is exactly what you want, for instance, without saying what you can bring to the company as an employee, you may give the impression that:<\/p>\n