Not all job applications require cover letters. You can imagine which kinds of industries care about them (anything that involves written communications like law, publishing, marketing) and those that ...

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 ...

Over the course of my career, I’ve read probably tens of thousands of cover letters. (And yes, that’s as boring as it sounds.) In doing so, what I’ve learned is that most job applicants’ cover letters ...

Wondering if you really need to submit a cover letter? Here's the truth about this part of the job application process. Some experts say that the cover letter is dead. Others vehemently disagree. But ...

In the last few years, we have experienced candidate-driven markets in America, but the trend started to change in 2023. In April 2024, Reuters, for example, wrote about another 7% increase in layoff ...

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Make a strong first impression with a well-written cover letter that demonstrates your fit and enthusiasm for the job. Writing a tailored cover letter shows an employer that you are a serious ...

Explore what makes a cover letter stand out to employers. Learn the best tips, writing strategies, format, and examples to create an impressive cover letter that boosts your job application success ...

Research suggests that 83% of hiring managers state that cover letters are important in their hiring decisions. One of the main reasons is that it helps make a distinction between candidates with ...