Most people when sitting down to write something to send off to a company send a machine gun blast of their resume to 200 different companies hoping that something will land. – Edward Druce
Edward Druce unravels the art of writing compelling emails to land your dream job.
He presents a simple yet effective three-step formula that can drastically boost your chances of getting a positive response from potential employers.
He emphasizes the importance of thorough research, personalized emails, and understanding the challenges faced by the organization or individual you’re reaching out to.
Table of Contents
- The power of personalized emails
- The three-step formula: Dream, problem, solution
- Importance of thorough research
- Resumes are becoming less effective
- Common mistakes to avoid in your email
- The significance of a clear line of intent
- Address potential concerns
- Leave a lasting impression
- Avoid suggesting future competition
- Consider who you want to work with
- Persistence is key
- The key to landing your dream job
The power of personalized emails
A personalized email that shows genuine interest and understanding of a company or individual can make a significant impact.
It is crucial to demonstrate that you’ve done your homework about the company and genuinely care about their work.
This can greatly increase your chances of getting a response.
The three-step formula: Dream, problem, solution
Druce suggests a simple three-step formula to write persuasive emails: Dream, problem, solution.
The dream represents the desires of the person or organization, the problem is the obstacle they face, and the solution is how you can position yourself as the answer to their problem.
