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5 Common Cover Letter Mistakes to Avoid When Applying for Your First Job

by Roseann James | July 07, 2023

Writing cover letters can be intimidating. To make the process easier, here are five common cover letter mistakes to avoid.

Cover Letter Tips for Recent Graduates

by Eva Chan | June 27, 2023

Here are five tips to craft an impressive cover letter as a recent graduate.

Legal Cover Letter Checklist [INFOGRAPHIC]

by Ashley Reed | August 06, 2021

A polished, compelling cover letter is key. Follow these tips for crafting a cover letter that will help you stand out from the crowd.

5 Resume Mistakes Holding You Back—and How to Fix Them

by Dario Herrera | June 08, 2021

Here are easy ways to fix the most common resume mistakes holding you back from making the next best step in your career.

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.

5 Tips for Addressing a Layoff on a Resume or Cover Letter

by LiveCareer | May 06, 2019

Not sure how to talk about a layoff on your resume or cover letter? Follow these five bits of advice to effectively navigate this tricky topic.

Your Comprehensive (ATS-Worthy) Cover Letter & Resume Guide [Slideshow]

by BambooHR | April 26, 2019

Your resume is your chance to make a good first impression, but without a solid design, human eyes may never see it! Our guide helps you beat applicant tracking systems."