I've noticed a trend in the job applications I've reviewed. We're talking about cover letters. You know -- the document that makes your very first impression with HR and the hiring manager.

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 ...

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.

Over the course of my career, I’ve read probably tens of thousands of cover letters. (And yes, that’s as boring as it sounds.

Dear Sam: I have heard no one reads a cover letter. If so, do I need to take the ... Do you have a resume, career, or job search question for Dear Sam? Reach Samantha at [email protected].

I suspect that cover letters are falling out of style among some job hunters because they're seen as old-fashioned redundancies that reflect an increasingly obsolete business formality.

“When writing a cover letter, it’s really important to get into the mind of your reader,” Liou explains. “The job description’s summary and main responsibilities often highlight what ...

Although your resume is probably your most important career credential that’s considered when applying for a job, your accompanying cover letter is also highly considered by recruiters and HR ...