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Summarizing your professional achievements in the form of a resume is one thing – describing them in a cover letter is a whole other. A strong cover letter catches a...

Most people don't enjoy writing cover letters, and not all hiring managers read them. How can a jobseeker determine if it's worth their while?...

There are five steps to write an effective cover letter for a job application, even when you don’t have the job ad. These five steps not only help you write...

There are no universal truths when it comes to cover letters, but this article presents two real-life examples from a hiring manager that illustrate how a cover letter can be...

We’ve shared hundreds of interesting articles in the CareerWise Weekly newsletter over the past year. In our 10 most-read articles from 2019, some themes emerge: Readers were very interested in...

Writing "I had the opportunity to ..." undermines even compelling cover letters, because it's imprecise, passive and diminishing....

As you explain why you’re qualified for the position, it’s important to connect the dots with the employer. For instance, if you didn’t have a marketing internship but you’ve gained a lot...

Jobseekers often wonder how to strike the balance between being personal and professional, how risks will be perceived and whether cover letters really matter. This article shares what they need...