Excerpt from another cover letter:
My education has always been technically oriented; my jobs have always been related to technology, too. But my life's experiences -- on the job and in my community -- have built a solid foundation of exceptional communication and people skills. I have more than 25 years of the kind of experience I believe you want.
As a young Air Force captain (1981), I was already known as the "go to" guy for written communication, and later as the engineer who could actually write clearly and effectively. I usually served as my units' mentor for others who had to deliver concise, accurate technical reports.
Since that time, I produced my first "sales" brochure (1982) for worldwide distribution; edited two magazine columns, numerous newsletters, successful contract proposals, and a major technical handbook; published a local labor union's newsletter; produced two cable television series; and effectively used the Internet for both international research and local publicity efforts. I have packed a wealth of other accomplishments into the intervening years.
During those 25 years, for example, I've represented two important organizations in national forums, speaking directly to top military leaders about complex technical issues. I can work with diverse audiences on a wide range of topics, use traditional as well as "new" media, and creatively integrate written, spoken, and visual elements to deliver compelling messages.