Letters under 200 words have the best chance of being published. Writers should disclose any personal or professional connections with the subjects of their letters. Letters are edited for ...

The only time you don’t need one is when the job description specifies: “No cover letters, please.” For many years, I’ve advised professionals as they navigate their career searches.

LETTERS POLICY. We welcome letters of 275 words or fewer. Letters are subject to editing for length, clarity and grammar. They should be concise, to the point and original — no form letters, please.