Most people probably don’t like writing cover letters, even those of us who write for our profession. Cover letters can be an uncomfortable: it’s a letter, so it feels like it should be kind of ...

Whether this is your first job hunt or there've been too many to count, one thing remains the same, getting a new job can be very stressful. Finding a job listing that fits your needs is only half the ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Mark Murphy covers leadership, hiring and employee engagement. Embarking on a career change is a pivotal moment, fraught with ...

A cover letter is your personal introduction to a prospective employer. While a résumé is a document itemizing your abilities and experiences, a cover letter is your chance to really emphasize why and ...

The internet has been swirling with talk of ChatGPT, the Artificial Intelligence (AI) tool that can write just about anything. But have you thought about how you might be able to apply AI to your job ...

Here’s a poll we don’t need to take: How many job seekers enjoy writing cover letters? Surprise! No one’s hand went up. That may be why some surveys report fewer than half of job seekers use cover ...

Cover letters are a great way to make yourself stand out as an applicant. A well-written cover letter can really boost your application, but a poorly written one might hurt it. Since there’s no single ...

Do cover letters matter these days? It depends on who you ask. Some recruiters love learning more about each job applicant, while others find the practice antiquated. So should you write one if it ...