The dreaded cover letter might seem like an antiquated formality, but 87% percent of hiring professionals say they do read cover letters, according to a survey by ResumeGo. To increase your chances of ...

In today’s competitive job market, standing out is crucial—and how you submit your application can make all the difference. Submitting a well-crafted cover letter is essential to make a strong ...

A resume should always be submitted to an employer with a cover letter. Most job seekers have heard this, but many neglect the importance of writing a custom-crafted cover letter for every job to ...

Are cover letters really necessary? Well, not always. Honestly, most of the roles I’ve landed didn’t even require one. But when done right, a strong letter can be a game-changer. In fact, 83% of ...

An email cover letter is essential for making a strong first impression and showcasing your unique contributions to potential employers. Key elements like a captivating subject line, professional ...

Here at the Work Life section, we get how daunting it can feel to write a cover letter—even when you’re genuinely excited for the job. What do you say? Should you really write a creative hook, or is ...

"Do I really need to write a cover letter? Really??" As Military.com's transition master coach, I field this question all the time. For transitioning military, veterans and military spouses, writing ...

Communication and collaboration are becoming prized skills in the tech world. Thomas Vick, regional director of IT at Robert Half, says a cover letter should focus on ROI. Vick provided a sample ...

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No one loves writing cover letters. They can seem awkward or even boring when you’ve written many. And they are time-consuming. So when a job posting includes the words “cover letter optional,” it can ...

I’ve read a lot of cover letters throughout my career. When I was a fellowship program manager, I reviewed them in consideration for more than 60 open positions each year. So I saw it all—the good, ...