In today’s competitive job market, a standout cover message for job application can be the key differentiator that lands you your dream six-figure position. Whether you’re an ambitious recent graduate ...

Utilizing synonyms for ‘also,’ such as ‘additionally,’ ‘furthermore,’ and ‘moreover,’ enhances the professionalism and clarity of cover letters. Varying sentence starters and maintaining a consistent ...

Sociologist Andrew Whitehead started a Twitter thread some months ago detailing his take on various stages of the academic job market. For the cover letter, he gave excellent advice. He suggested ...

Working with AI to craft a cover letter. Consider Jeni’s recent interview for a director position, where she was invited by a friend (not in HR) for an informal interview, over coffee. The role is a ...

A thank-you note got me my first real job. As a newly minted college graduate with no work experience, I was having a tough time finding my first grown-up gig. I thought I’d never get a break until I ...

A letter may not qualify as a legal document, but it might serve as evidence if a business transaction goes wrong. Even if you are writing a letter to confirm or detail a business transaction for your ...

Portrait of Jane Baillie Carlyle (formerly Jane Baillie Welsh), circa 1845. For centuries, biographers have been able to rely on a priceless resource when it comes to 18th, 19th and 20th century ...