Cover Letter

Applying for jobs happens all around the globe, of course. But how do job seekers in different countries apply for a job? Does a Dutch cover letter look different than it does in another country? To shed light on the differences, resume.io analyzed over 350,000 cover letters from 19 countries.

A cover letter outline lets you focus on the quality of what you’re writing, while keeping the quantity of words in check. Resume.io is here to help with step-by-step practical tips for cover letter outlines, along with adaptable examples.

Cover letters are a critical part of the job application process, and yet many struggle with how to write them. The cover letter writing tips in this guide will help you move beyond amateur errors and into the realm of a job-winning professional.

When you are looking for a new job or client, the first step is to send a letter to introduce yourself.

There’s a knack for writing cover letters that are not too long or not too short for their intended purpose. Resume.io is here to walk you through the Goldilocks guidelines for getting “just right” winning results.

When applying for a job, it is a good idea to include a cover letter in addition to your resume. A cover letter gives the hiring manager a brief introduction to your expertise, and it should encourage them to want to read your resume.

A scholarship is a big reason to celebrate! But first, let’s take care of that scholarship thank-you letter. You’ll never regret writing it sooner than later, nor will you begrudge the minimal time and effort required with tips from Resume.io.

“To Whom It May Concern” is an old-fashioned way of writing a letter greeting when you don’t know the name of the correct person to address. But it should never be used in a cover letter in which you’re seeking a job. Here are some alternatives.

Job search prospects can be transformed when a credible external perspective is shared in a letter of recommendation.

When you don’t have much experience in the field you’re applying to, writing a cover letter can feel like a daunting task. While you might be tempted to submit your application without one, that would be a big mistake.

Knowing what to include in a cover letter — and what to leave out — is the key to writing what could be the most important letter of your life.

When you are starting a new chapter in life, there are certain situations where your motivations are just as important as your previous experience.