Write a Referral-Based Cover Letter
Referred candidates are 4x more likely to be hired than non-referred applicants.
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Example Prompt
Write a cover letter for [JOB TITLE] at [COMPANY] where I was referred by [REFERRER NAME], who is a [THEIR ROLE] there. Our connection: [HOW WE KNOW EACH OTHER]. What they told me about the role/company: [THEIR INSIGHTS]. My relevant qualifications: [YOUR EXPERIENCE]. Lead with the referral but don't rely solely on it.
Pro Tip
Confirm with your referrer before using their name and ask what they said about you
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