In this companion to her book StepbyStep Resumes (below), Salvador shows how to write a cover letter that will highlight accomplishments. Write something that's short, to the point, but shows both enthusiasm, as well as experience that's relevant to the job.Emphasize your value. Always write a cover letter from scratch. State the position you are applying for, how you found out about it, and ask for consideration based on your skills and experiences you have to offer. I'm going to share with you the three part structure to create a bulletproof cover letter that gets you more interviews. The best cover letters effectively communicate the candidate's qualifications, enthusiasm, and fit for the role. Regardless of who reads the application, it's good to have some words from the job description in your letter. I try to make it sound natural. A reader just sent me a cover letter that I can't resist posting, especially because it comes with a "before" version and the "after" version she created.