Hi everyone, it's Andy La Subida, founder of the Mile Walk Academy and award-winning author of "The Hiring Prophecies". Here with today's episode of Tips for Working Life, today we're going to talk about cover letters. When I say cover letters, I mean any means you're going to use to introduce yourself to the employer. This could be a cover letter, an email with your resume attached, or even an applicant tracking system where you can provide some notes about yourself. Essentially, it's whatever means you choose to introduce yourself. Before we dive into the four sentences you need for your introduction, there are a couple of things to mention. Your introduction should do three things and I believe you can achieve them in just four sentences. Let's discuss cover letters first. They were used in the past when we didn't have computers, emails, or applicant tracking systems. You had to mail your resume to the employer to apply for a job. The cover letter was used to introduce yourself and specify the job you were applying for. Nowadays, things are different with the advanced systems we have, but you still need to effectively introduce yourself. Regardless of whether you're attaching a document, sending an email introduction, or using an applicant tracking system, there are three things you should always keep in mind. Firstly, be respectful of the person's time. They receive an overwhelming number of emails every day, so keep your introduction brief. Most recruiters just want to quickly scan your resume to see if you're a good fit for the position. They may not have time to read a lengthy intro or cover letter. Secondly, make sure to address your introduction appropriately. Use phrases like "Dear [Name]" or "Dear Sir/Madam" or "To whom it may concern." This should be followed by a...