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4 Great Tips for an Effective Cover Letter

by Rob Porter | January 18, 2023

A good cover letter can help you stand out from other applicants. Here are some strategies to help you write a great cover letter.

Do You Still Need to Write a Cover Letter?

by Andrew Fennell | April 25, 2022

Is it still necessary to send cover letters? Do employers even read them? We answer these and other common cover letter questions.

How to Demonstrate Passion in Your Resume and Interviews

by Andrew Fennell | June 28, 2021

Here are six ways to highlight your passion for the position you're applying for—in your resume, cover letters, and interviews.

How to Write a Cover Letter Like Hemingway

by Derek Loosvelt | April 30, 2021

Ernest Hemingway used these five writing guidelines throughout his career. Find out how they can help you write better cover letters.

3 Keys to Writing Cover Letters That Stand Out

by Natalie Fisher | January 05, 2021

Here are the three keys to writing compelling cover letters that will grab hiring managers' attention.

4 Tips for Writing Tighter Cover Letters

by Derek Loosvelt | October 13, 2020

To help you writer more concise cover letters, here are four tricks that will tighten up your prose and make employers read to the end.

5 Cover Letter Mistakes to Avoid so Your Job Application Stands Out

by Mary Kate Sheridan | December 23, 2019

Making a mistake in your cover letter can land you in the reject pile. Here are five cover letter mistakes to avoid so that your job application makes it to the next round and—hopefully—gets you an interview.

4-Step Formula to Writing Better Cover Letters

by Susan Wallace | August 21, 2019

Hiring experts believe a successful cover letter increases your chances of getting hired by 90 percent. With that in mind, here are four simple steps you can take to create a great cover letter.

Selling Yourself in Your Cover Letter

by Vault Careers | July 09, 2019

Advertisers know the key to grabbing your attention in a matter of seconds—use their techniques to sell a future employer on you and your qualifications in your next cover letter.

8 Tips for Writing a Commanding Cover Letter Opening

by LiveCareer | September 04, 2018

Here are eight tips for writing a cover letter intro that will captivate your reader and get you noticed.