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If my boss doesn't know who I am, what should I include in an email? |
To let her know who I am, and that I am interested in that position. I am assuming from the context of your questions that you are hoping to obtain a different position in your company that will have you working under the same manager. It could be a plus that your boss doesn't know "who you are" yet. This could be a prime opportunity to "wow" him or her with all of the skills and talents you've been hiding in your current position. I recommend composing an email that reads like a cover letter that will accompany your resume in application for this job. Say in the letter that you are applying for the position and detail the skills and abilities you have that make you qualified for the position. Also, be sure to state your current position. Write a brief introduction concerning yourself and detail why you are interested and suitable for the new position. You need to introduce yourself, some background i.e. which department you are working now and etc. Why do you think you are suitable for the job and etc, you may also request for a meeting to discuss further if given the opportunity. good luck. Do you have a supervisor who does know you? If so, have them arrange a meeting, or at least send the boss a memo or email "introducing" you and your interest in the position. That way you could also get a recommendation for the job, and the boss would be more likely to pay attention to you if you are referred to her by someone she does know. Do as Duncan says. It should work. As a manager, I HATE receiving emails from employees who are just letting me know that they are interested in a job. Instead, you need to take the professional approach: Go through HR like everyone else. Otherwise, your boss will think you're someone who likes to try to cut corners and cannot follow direction. If, on the other hand, your boss is the one accepting applications, simply email her your resume with a cover letter citing your interest in the new position while summarizing (briefly!) your qualifications. DO NOT ask for a meeting or try to convince someone to introduce you... we are TOO BUSY to have meetings and introductions with every person who is ever interested in a job! Besides, meetings can go either way -- you could be the perfect candidate on paper, but maybe you say "um" too much or there's something else that your boss doesn't like... You've sealed your fate in a 3-minute meeting instead of letting your qualifications and background seal the deal for you! Tread lightly! Good luck! I'm an HR professional. |
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