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Use the subject line or “RE:” box to refer to the position you are
seeking.
Use a consistent font size (10-12).
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Use a consistent line length (no longer than 4 /2 inches across).
Do not use bold, italic, underlining, columns, long dashes, or other
unusual characters.
Use an asterisk (*) or plus sign (+) instead of bullets.
Use the spacebar to indent, rather than the tab key.
Select Plain Text format instead of Rich Text or HTML format.
Add the recipient to your electronic Address Book so that his or her
name appears—not his or her e-mail address.
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