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Networking cover letters are basically related to sales and marketing job profiles. The candidate is usually been referred by someone from the organization to apply for the post. Networking cover letters give a detailed description of the skills sets, qualification and the kind of work done in the previous organizations to get a better picture of the candidate's potential.
In today's fast paced world it is very important to maintain a professional and healthy relationship with your colleagues. This has given rise to form a chain of network which helps candidate to get the desired jobs through recommendations and references. A networking cover letter need to mention the name of the person who referred you for the job right in the beginning of the letter, as the employers are convinced of the candidates potential and background with a good reference. Your chances of getting shortlisted become strong with the help of these references.
The following is an example of cover letters for networking jobs. These can be used as references by the candidate and guide the candidate in drafting a networking cover letter.
Networking Cover Letter 1
Joe C. Burke,
753 Kennedy Court,
Cambridge, MA 02141,
(774)-256 7730.
Date: August 13, 2008.
Mr. Hiram R. Tipton,
ABC Entertainment,
1905 Brown Bear Drive,
Riverside, CA 92501.
Dear Mr. Tipton
I had a talk with Mr. Kramer recently at your company and he suggested me to send a copy of my resume to you. Recognizing the requirements for the Sales Manager position, he felt that I could be the perfect candidate for the post, as I have been involved in regional sales management, with more than eight years working experience in the telecommunication industry.
My qualifications are as follows:
- Recruited and managed a group of 25 regional sales representatives.
- Starting sales offices in San Diego, Boston and Los Angeles
- Implemented an provided training programs for a staff of 120.
- Produced more than $75 million in sales within last two years.
I am feeling very confident about my expertise in managing and training regional sales department which would be an outstanding addition to your growing telecommunication industry. I would be very grateful if you give me an opportunity to discuss how my abilities would benefit your firm.
I look forward to meeting with you and Mr. Kramer. I will call you in the next week to follow up on this letter. Thank you for your time and consideration.
Sincerely,
[Signature]
Joe C. Burke.
Enclosures:
Resume
Sample Networking Cover Letter 2
Steven L. Perry,
963 Broaddus Avenue,
Saint Joseph, MI 49085,
(269)-989 4154.
September 7, 2011.
Mr. Gilbert M. Heller,
GBC Communications,
3730 Hilltop Street,
Springfield, MA 01103.
Dear Mr. Heller,
Ms. Kelly Ryan, the Marketing Manager at GBC had referred me to apply for the position of a Marketing Executive in your esteemed organization. Attached is my resume for you kind perusal.
I have a Masters Degree in Marketing and Finance and I am sure that the knowledge I have in this field would be an asset to your organization. For the past one year I have been working with CNG Corp., and have been undertaking the task of advertising and meeting clients to market our products.
I have also been involved in conduction session for our clients because of my strong communication skills. I came across with Ms. Ryan during one of these sessions and she was highly impressed with the way things were presented. During my recent meeting with Ms. Ryan she offered me this opportunity to work with you.
GBC is a giant in the sales arena and I would very much like to be a part of it. I would appreciate if you call me for an interview to take things further. I can be contacted on the above number or via email on, _____.com.
I assure you that your decision would prove fruitful in the near future. I thank you for your time and hope to hear from you soon.
Sincerely yours,
Steven L. Perry.
Sample Networking Cover Letter
Networking cover letters can be defined as those job applications which are sent with the help of references. There is no advertisement done of any form to fill the vacancy in such cases. Candidates are made aware of the position through colleagues or friends by word of mouth. Networking cover letters in other words are those letters in which the candidate is made aware of the job requirements through people they know and other influential people. The number of candidates to be hired in such cases is very less, preferably one candidate.
When applying for such jobs, the person who referred you for the job should be mentioned. Reference name usually comes in the beginning of a cover letter. Candidate's education, skills and experience also form a major part of these cover letters. The letter should be quite impressive and it should also assure the employer that the candidate would give their level best for the betterment of the organization.
These kinds of letters are generally related to sales, marketing and related profile. Given below are sample examples of networking cover letter. Candidates can refer to these letters before drafting them and can add their own content as per the job or profile they are applying for.
Networking Cover Letter
Lyle S. Hartman,
247 Worthington Drive,
Irving, TX 75062,
(972)-570 5276.
Date: August 13, 2008.
Mr. Antonio L. Torres,
GR Entertainment Corp.,
4213 West Fork Street,
Helena, MT 59601.
Dear Mr. Torres,
I was informed by your friend, Mr. Phyllis Kramer from LTD's Corporation, that you have a vacancy for the position of Information Systems Manager. He also told me that the profile of the job is very closely matching with my skills set and that I should look into it further.
I am very much interested to work with a dynamic corporation such as Georgia Corporation. I feel I could make a considerable contribution by using my education, skills and experience in the field of information systems technology. My accomplishments and background in managing information systems at Sapient Corporation demonstrate that I could produce results immediately and correctly.
I am enclosing my resume with this cover letter. If the position of information Systems manager is already filled then please consider me for related positions. I will be grateful if you call me for an interview to talk about my achievements and some dramatic results I have attained for top companies during the course of my career. I will call you to know about the possibility of an interview.
Thank you for your valuable time and consideration.
Sincerely,
[Signature]
Lyle S. Hartman.
Enclosures:
Resume
Sample Networking Cover Letter
Robert R. Whitaker,
3234 Benson Park Drive,
Newalla, OK 74857,
(405)-391 2696.
September 7, 2011.
Mr. William S. Sweeney,
General Manger,
CVG Informatics,
4692 Nelm Street,
Washington, VA 20024.
Dear Mr. Sweeney,
Mr. Donald White, the Executive Manager in your organization informed me about a vacant position in your organization of a Sales Personnel and advised me to apply for the same. I would be delighted to be considered for this post. Attached is my resume for your kind perusal.
I have been working as a Sales Executive for the past two years with GFK Motors. The experience of working with them has been enriching. I could relate most of the work with my academic studies. My skills sets and education, backed with a Masters Degree in Sales and Marketing, has helped me go a long way in this profession.
I admire the work and professionalism followed at CVG Informatics and it would be my pleasure to be on board. If you find me a suitable candidate for the job, please call me for an interview. I can be reached on the above number on all the working days. You can also reach me on, (405)-391 5487.
I thank you for your consideration and hope to hear from you soon.
Sincerely yours,
[Signature]
Robert R. Whitaker.
Enclosures:
Resume
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