How to say it

In this section, you’ll find a collection of the phrases and expressions used in the extracts on the previous pages (pp. 6–11). The numbers (1–10) after each of the phrases refer to the extract it was taken from.

COVERING LETTER Greeting

Dear Sir or Madam [9] Dear Ms Lewis [9] Dear Mr Baker [10]

Name-dropping

Don Red, global strategist at ACB, told me you have a job opening… [9]

Referring to the job advertisement

According to the job description… [4, 10]

Senior project manager – Reference 1468/PM [10]

With reference to your job advertisement, I am writing to apply for… [10]

Introducing yourself

As someone who… [4, 9]

As an experienced project manager with a background in… [9]

Saying you are the right person

I am ideally suited for the position of… [4]

… make me an ideal candidate. [9] Your ideal candidate needs to… [10] What sets me apart from other candidates is… [10]

Saying why you want the job

I am keen to take on even more responsibility. [9]

I would feel honoured to have the opportunity to... [9]

I would be thrilled to join such an innovative company. [10]

I would be delighted to contribute to the success of your organization. [10]

Referring to your CV

Please refer to my CV for more details of my education, work experience and interests. [10]

Referring to the interview

I would be available for interview at your convenience. [9]

Talking about salaries

My salary expectations are in line with my qualifications and education. [10]

Saying thank you

Thank you for your consideration and for taking the time to look over my application. [10]

Closing the letter

Please feel free to contact me on my mobile or via email if you require any further information or references. [9]

I look forward to meeting you. [9] I look forward to hearing from you at your earliest convenience. [10] Yours sincerely [10]

ONLINE PROFILES AND CVS Creating a profile

Senior project manager with 7+ years’ experience [5]

Experienced (10+ years) journalist with a passion for… [6]

As an independent consultant, I… [6] Passionate and self-driven professional with proven expertise in… [7] A popular team player, natural leader and self-motivated worker who… [8]

Highlighting your past and skills

My former employers describe me as... [3]

Having worked in…[4, 10]

I have a proven track record of... [4, 6, 10]

My areas of expertise include… [6] I am responsible for... [9]

I have extensive first-hand experience of... [10]

I am in charge of... [10]

Talking about languages

As someone who is fluent in English and a native speaker of German... [4] As well as having a working knowledge of... [10] I am accustomed to working in an English-speaking environment. [10]

Showing determination

I am convinced that… [9]

I take pride in my work and am extremely conscientious. [10]

Listing your achievements

Consistently improved client satisfaction through a more personalized service. [8]

Gained extensive experience in… [8] Received the Award for Excellence... [8]

Saying it in threes

Absolutely trustworthy, goaloriented and conscientious… [8]

…on time, under budget and to the highest of standards. [8]

Making connections

In addition (to)… [9, 10] In the meantime,… [9] What’s more,… [10] Throughout my career,… [10] Currently,… [10]

As well as… [10]