Cover Letters

If you search “are cover letters necessary?” you will find statistics to support all answers to that question – yes, no and sometimes! Some studies say that only 18% of recruiters consider cover letters important. Others state that 56% of employers want applicants to send cover letters. Read more here.

If there is an opportunity to add a cover letter, we say do it. Keep your cover letters focused, short, and personalized, and some of them may help you get an interview!

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How to Write the Perfect Cover Letter

Writing a cover letter can be inconvenient, and some people wonder if writing a cover letter is even important when applying online. A cover letter is an important part of applying for a professional position, even when you are just …

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The (Simple) Guidelines You Should Follow When Naming Your Resume and Cover Letter Files

When you’re first creating a document—even an important one like your resume or cover letter—you might give it a placeholder file name while you’re working on it. So if you’re job searching, you probably have at least one document named …

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21 Tips to Writing a Cover Letter

The Muse brings us another brilliant article outlining “The All-Time Best Tips” to writing a cover letter.

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Writing a Cover Letter

Read over some of the best practices in writing an effective cover letter.

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Cover Letter Outline

Cover letters convey a detailed, convincing message of why should the employer consider YOU! Successful cover letters are tailored for each employer and the position that you are applying to. Use this form as an outline to base your next …

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The Muse brings us another brilliant article outlining “The All-Time Best Tips” to writing a cover letter.

Editor and writer for The Muse, Alyse Kalish uses her love for English and writing to walk you through “all …

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