Customer Relationship Management System

Is this a good Cover Letter?

Good Morning, I’m inquiring about the position of Outside Sales. As an aggressive self starter who is not intimidated by hard work I have experience in sales, engineering, training and business management. I believe in being flexible while working within the goals and policies of (company). In 2001 I started a small business I have experience working with customers on many different levels I have developed customer relationships from scratch and increased sales with current customers. I hold an Accredited Instructor Certification which I have used to develop training programs for customers that increase exposure and customer confidence in the company I’m representing. Designing pneumatic systems for customers has also given me extensive experience with Hydraulic, Mechanical and Electrical processes. Thank you for considering me. Please see my resume for further details or call me at

Public Comments

1. A LITTLE LONG. THE FIRST PARAGRAPH IS GREAT MAYBE YOU CAN INCORPORATE THE REST INTO YOUR RESUME.
2. Having done this a bajillion times, especially for sales, I would make the following changes. - I am APPLYING for the position advertised <publication> - I would delete the "I believe" line You might even try "In researching your company I found that .... <say something positive about them that matches your skill set>" - Make sure your top skills match your resume. - Instead of "scratch" try a sales term such as "cold calling" or "networking" "Thank you" probably ought to be "I look forward to interviewing with you." you need to close the deal. Honestly, it is so competitive out there, I would consider spending the $300 - $400 on a professional if you are looking for a great job.
3. Its below average and you may get overlooked. Punctuation and grammar needs improvement. FIRST: Always address the person hiring (FIND OUT WHO - call if you have to get the correct spelling of the name.) it shows you are serious and did your homework. 1st paragraph - should be an introduction of who you are. What position you are applying for and why. This is a good place to say where you found out about the job. A friend, referral or posting. 2nd paragraph, your experiece and qualities that directly relates to the position you are applying for (it must also be on your resume).You should also point out how you can contribute to there company with these experiences. 3rd papragraph, closing statement or summary of how great you are and how much you respect the company and what a perfect fit you are for the position - keep it short but make sure that you state you expect to hear from them. say something like. "I look forward to meeting you in person to further discuss my qualifications". or "Please contact me at this number or email so we can further discuss my qualifications"... etc...
4. You want to make sure that in the beginning of your cover letter you have both your contact info. and the name and contact info. of the organization or company your resume will be going to. It would be even better if you had the exact name of the person who'll be receiving your info. At the end of a cover letter, I like to mention the name of the position being applied for again (i.e. thank you again for considering me for the Outside Sales position...). I find that it helps the reader, especially when you have a lot of info in your letter. Also at the end of your cover letter, let them know what number you can be reached at and when you plan to follow-up (give them 1 week to respond before you follow-up). Oh, and let them know where you found out about the position within the first paragraph (i.e. while searching the classifieds in the State Newspaper I .....). Some companies just like to know that info. Other than that, just have someone proof read for spelling and grammatical errors and you should be fine. Good luck