(MoneyWatch) Looking for a job? I may be able help. Having hired a few folks recently, I've noticed a trend in the job applications I've reviewed. We're talking about cover letters. You know -- the ...

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Your job hunt often starts out by jumping through a number of word-related hoops — filling in endless forms, polishing your resume, perhaps producing extra written materials such as diversity ...

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 ...

Have you found your dream job and can’t wait to apply? If so, we recommend checking out our sample cover letters, to make sure your application is fully covered. Some employers require a cover letter ...

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 ...

A well-crafted cover letter is as important as one’s resume. It sets the tone for everything that follows. It is often an employer’s first exposure to you, the basis of their first impression. Some HR ...

As a job seeker, writing a cover letter may be one of the most intimidating parts of the application process. It’s no surprise that people dread writing cover letters, as they are tasked with selling ...

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 ...

Do you still need to send a cover letters when applying for job - and if so, how do they look these days? Some 50% of hiring managers don't read cover letters, according to resume writer and interview ...