Add a Signature Line to Your eMail To help promote your candidacy, create a text-based signature line that can be added to the bottom of your outgoing emails. Check your specific email program for additional information, as many email applications allow you to "automatically" add signature lines. More about email signatures Signature lines are a great way to promote a web resume, Linkedin profile, or other web-based data. Sample cover letter with signature line Here are three examples of text signature lines: #1 [ your email message ] Sincerely, Jayden Flanagan "Your Personal Chef"     #2 [ your email message ] Best, Jayden Flanagan Award-Winning Personal Chef Web Resume: www.careerfolio.com/jayden ===//===================     #3 [ your email message ] Jayden Flanagan Award-Winning Personal Chef Linkedin Profile: www.linkedin/jayden Web Resume: www.careerfolio.com/jayden   E-mail Correspondence: Sample Letters For demonstration purposes, the letters below have been simplified. Be sure to customize and tailor your correspondence and cover letters to match the specific situation. Personal / Networking Contact Recruiter Potential Employer E-mail Letter to Networking Contact Hi Jill, It was great to catch up with you the other day. As I mentioned, I am actively looking for a new opportunity in global operations and appreciate your willingness to pass my resume along. Here is a direct link to my CareerFolio: www.careerfolio.com/katodiego Note: The CareerFolio has MS Word and text versions of my resume which you can download as needed. Thanks, Jill! Kato Diego Global Operations / Business Development Cell Phone: 555-555-5555 E-mail Letter to Recruiter Dear (Recruiter's Name): Based on my research, it appears that you can assist me in finding employment as a personal chef in the Malibu area. My resume is attached in MS Word format and available online at www.careerfolio.com/jayden If you have any questions about my background or availability, please give me a call at 555-555-5500. Letters of recommendation from previous employers are available on request. Thank you for your assistance. Jayden Flanagan, Personal Chef Cell: 555-550-5500 E-mail Cover Letter: Basic Prototype Dear Hiring Manager: XX years' experience in XXXXXXXXX qualifies me for the position of XXXX (Job #XXXXXX). My resume is attached in Word format and is available online at www.careerfolio.com/johndoe. In addition to comprehensive experience in XXXXX, XXXX, and XXXXX, I have a proven track record in XXX and a solid commitment to XXXXXXXX. I believe that I can make a positive contribution to your operation and look forward to describing my capabilities during a personal interview. Thank you for your time and consideration. Sincerely, John Doe Sales Manager, 15 years Home: 555-555-5500 Cell: 555-555-5500 E-mail Cover Letter (basic) Dear Sir/Madam: Your CareerBuilder.com posting for a XXXX interests me, as my experience in XXXXX and XXXX matches your job requirements. As you requested, I have attached my resume and professional references in MS Word format. I would welcome the opportunity to discuss my qualifications during an interview and can meet with you at your earliest convenience. Sincerely, Jane M. Doe Cell: 555-555-5500 LinkedIn Profile: www.linkedin/in/janedoe Web Resume: www.careerfolio.com/janedoe   Related Articles Sample Job Correspondence jobweb.com Select an email address for job searching By Pat Kendall Email Signatures Power up Your Email Signature By Meg Guiseppi About.com: Email Signatures (multiple email applications, including AOL, gmail, etc.) MS Office Tutorial / Outlook: Email Signatures Wisestamp.com