When considering what to include in a cover letter, there are some standard elements and a certain flow to utilize: contact section, salutation, body, closing, and signature. There are some slight ...

Out of all of the frustrating tasks involved with job searching, pulling together a cover letter is usually the one that inspires the most dread. Figuring out exactly what you should highlight is a ...

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During the job application process, you should always submit a cover letter alongside your resume. This is particularly important when you’re applying for more competitive, senior positions. A ...

A cover letter is your personal introduction to a prospective employer. While a résumé is a document itemizing your abilities and experiences, a cover letter is your chance to really emphasize why and ...

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Picture it: You’re applying for jobs on LinkedIn, and there’s a cover letter field. But it’s optional. So, do you take 30 minutes to craft one that will impress? Or, do you get stuck wondering how ...

Summer stretches before us, with all its potential for meeting research and writing goals. But if you’re going on the faculty-job market for the first time — as a recent Ph.D. or an advanced doctoral ...

Anyone who claims cover letters are a waste of time has never used a disruptive cover letter before. It’s true, old-school résumés that wax on about how great you are don’t work. It only takes ...

While many job applications have the word “optional” next to the field that asks for a cover letter, it shouldn’t be overlooked. After all, a cover letter is intended to show you off and captivate a ...