Writing application letters, I was intimidated by the task at hand. I had never written a formal letter like this before and had no idea what to include or how to structure it. But I quickly learned that the key to a successful cover letter was to focus on my strengths and clearly communicate my qualifications and experience. Application letters can be difficult to write, but they also provide an opportunity to highlight your strengths and qualifications. Throughout my application letter writing experience, I learned the value of researching the company and job description, being concise and clear, and editing. I am confident that these lessons will be useful as I pursue my professional objectives.