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 ...

The internet has been swirling with talk of ChatGPT, the Artificial Intelligence (AI) tool that can write just about anything. But have you thought about how you might be able to apply AI to your job ...

Candidates for academic positions hear one piece of advice early and often: Tailor a cover letter to the job as well as to the institution and the department. But what about the hiring side of that ...

When applying for a job or internship, companies could ask you to send in several documents, such as a resume or work samples. In many cases, you may also have to include a cover letter for an ...

It’s a tough job market in today’s economy. If you want to stand out, you can’t just have a stellar resume; you also need to have a great cover letter. But many job seekers don’t know what cover ...

In this year’s hiring cycle, you may be sending out more than a dozen academic job applications, all of which have deadlines within a few weeks of one another. The prospect of tailoring each cover ...

Cover letters, while less crucial for large airlines, remain valuable for smaller companies, corporate roles, and networking situations. A well-written cover letter enhances a resume by showcasing ...

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A strong cover letter encourages further consideration. A strong cover letter opener encourages further reading of your cover letter, so it has a chance to do its magic. The magic of cover letters ...

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