If possible, spend time learning about the company. Show how the information that you learned has spurred your interest. Follow-up each letter with a phone call. This might seem pushy but follow-up is critical. It shows initiative and lets you know early on where you stand in the process.
Nothing is more frustrating than playing the waiting game.
However, even if you sometimes feel like you re playing phone tag you should be persistent. Try to make as many connections between your background and the job as possible. Be sure to enclose a telephone number where you can be reached at the employer s convenience. Indicate that you plan on follow up by phone. If you say you will follow up, be sure that you do.