top 5 reasons why a video cover letter is a must for recent grads
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It’s Tough
Out
There for
Recent
Grads
53% of Recent Grads are
Unemployed or Underemployed
Best Available Tools and Strategies
Video is the Best Way to Stand Out
It’s Tough
Out
There for
Recent
Grads
Makes Sure Your
Resume Get Read#1
Hiring Managers Scan for Keywords
All Emails End Up Looking the Same
Your Video Cover Letter will Stand Out
Because it’s Different!
#1
Demonstrates Your
Computer Skills#2
Employers Expect Recent Grads to be
Tech Literate with Basic Computer Skills
Showcase Your Skills Instead of Just
Stating your Skills
Show that You Are Not Just
Capable, But Highly Proficient#2
Showcases Verbal
Communication Skills#3
Communication Skills Always Desired,
Regardless of Job or Field
Answer the Question, “Why Hire Me?”
Your Voice is a Powerful Selling Tool
#3
Best Way to
Demonstrate Your
Potential#4
Employers Are Looking For Potential
Video Cover Letters Can Demonstrate:
Great Attitude
High Energy Level
Willingness to Put in the Extra Effort
#4
Overcome The
Spray & Pray Curse#5
The Spray & Pray Method:
Send Out More Resumes
Send Out More Cover Letters
Hope To Get More Interviews
False Sense of Accomplishment #5
QUALITY OVER QUANTITY!
If You’re Not Qualified, Don’t
Apply
Don’t Waste Everyone’s Time #5
1. Identify and Focus on the Top 3-5
Realistic Job Opportunities
2. Create a Customized Video Response
For Each Job Opportunity
Proven Job Success Formula
It’s Your Choice
or
Continue Blasting Out
Your Resume
Week After Week
Month After Month
Praying For Callbacks
Reevaluate Your Job
Search Strategy
Am You Really Trying
Your Best?
Are You Getting Noticed
By Employers?
Become a Successful Job Seeker!
Spray & Pray Method
Embrace Video as Part of Your Job Search
Top 5 Reasons a Video Cover Letter is
a Must for Recent Grads
