Cover Letter
Cover letter writing
How to Research a Company for Your Cover Letter
How do you research a company to keep your cover letter from sounding generic, and how do you use what you find?
How to Write a Cover Letter for a Cold Application
How should you write a cover letter when reaching out directly to a company without an open posting? A guide to a different approach.
Applying by Email: What Should You Write Instead of a Cover Letter?
How should you write the email body when sending your resume directly by email? A guide to a short, effective application email.
Should You State Salary Expectations in a Cover Letter?
How do you include salary expectations in your cover letter when a posting asks for them? When to state it, and when to avoid it.
Can You Apply Without a Cover Letter? What If It's Listed as 'Optional'?
What should you do when a posting makes the cover letter optional or doesn't mention it at all? A decision-making guide.
The Most Common Cover Letter Mistakes
What are the most common mistakes that weaken your cover letter? From generic phrases to the wrong salutation, what to avoid.
Cover Letter Examples: Templates for Different Scenarios
Different cover letter scenarios and starting templates for recent graduates, career changers, and experienced candidates.
How to Write a Cover Letter: A Step-by-Step Guide
What sections make up a cover letter, and how should you structure it? A guide to writing an effective cover letter that doesn't repeat your resume.