(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 ...

Andrew Ancheta is a finance editor who has reported extensively on cryptocurrency, NFTs, economics, and history. He previously worked as an editor for China Daily. Khadija Khartit is a strategy, ...

A cover letter is essential when specific job postings request one, especially in industries like finance, HR, and creative fields. In a competitive job market, a personalized cover letter can ...

In today’s competitive job market, standing out is more crucial than ever. As an ambitious and skilled job seeker aiming for a six-figure career, you might be wondering: is a cover letter required for ...

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 ...

Wondering if you really need to submit a cover letter? Here's the truth about this part of the job application process. Some experts say that the cover letter is dead. Others vehemently disagree. But ...

The cover letter is its own unique, dreaded genre of writing. In a few — often formulaic — paragraphs, job applicants must accomplish several things: prostrate themselves at the feet of hiring ...

This is the second of five installments of “How to Get an Academic Job,” a new guide on the tenure-track search from our Career Talk columnists. Previously the series explored what to do “Before You ...

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 ...

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