Catch the employer’s attention quickly by leading with a strong statement. Clearly express why you are writing. State how you learned of the organization and job opening. Express your interest in the ...

You have /3 articles left. Sign up for a free account or log in. With the academic job market season in full swing, prospective hires are sending off cover letters to ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Lucy Paulise is executive coach and author of Timebox, based in Texas. In today’s competitive job market, your cover letter is ...

It’s a tough job market in today’s economy. If you want to stand out, you can’t just have a stellar resume; you also need to have a great cover letter. But many job seekers don’t know what cover ...

When considering what to include in a cover letter, there are some standard elements and a certain flow to utilize: contact section, salutation, body, closing, and signature. There are some slight ...