Cover Letter

Here is exactly how you can write a cover letter that will stand out from the crowd, and help you land that interview.

A message to a hiring manager at the beginning of the hiring process could go two ways. Here is what you need to do to make sure that it secures you that crucial interview.

Just because popular advice says that a cover letter should not be longer than one page, doesn’t mean it has to fill one page. We share 10 different short cover letter samples to ponder.

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.

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

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

Take your career growth to a new level with these 10 expert tips to writing and formatting the best cover letter.

“Sir” or “Madam” might have their place in polite society, but not in cover letters. Here, we look at why “Dear Sir or Madam” is the wrong way to address your cover letter recipient and the best alternatives.

When you end a cover letter to apply for your dream job, you should be leaving a carefully-crafted impression right up to the very last word.

“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.

Choosing a good cover letter font is important because it affects the legibility and the overall look and feel of this crucial job application document. Let’s talk about the pros and cons of various fonts (and font sizes) so you can make an informed choice.

Imagine that you are a job seeker sitting down at your computer to write a long letter. This letter is your one-shot opportunity to sell yourself to a hiring manager for your next job. Broken into a job search cold sweat yet?