While the pandemic has upended countless hiring and recruiting norms, some things haven't changed. If you're applying for a job, you still need a good résumé. And if you really want to stand out ...

When you applying online via an ATS, a cover letter is not required. In fact, you couldn't use one even if you had it. However, the #1 way to get a job, even in this high tech world, is still ...

Jon Youshaei turned his traditional cover letter into a mock-up of Google's search results to stand out. He went on to spend five years at YouTube.

Your cover letter gives a more in-depth and personalized look at who you are behind your resume — and can often be a make-or-break factor in a job application.

In fact, it’s something that fields candidates the instant an application is submitted-with or without a cover letter. The overarching reason why Google does not require cover letters is to get ...

Mr. McIlveen says he generally doesn’t pay much attention to cover letters, but will skim them for key words that indicate the candidate has a relevant work history: “If I’m asking for five years of ...

RELATED: Cover Letters Are Hard To Write—But This Template Makes It A Breeze The bottom line with cover letters is this: They matter, much more than the naysayers will have you believe.

As someone with decades of experience as a job interviewer and applicant, I’m always surprised when I encounter dismissiveness—and outright disdain—of cover letters (especially when that ...

Every cover letter should be customized to the position you’re applying for. Cite specific needs outlined in the job listing, and briefly explain how your experience is relevant.

However, even if a cover letter isn’t required, it can be in your interest to include one. Especially if it’s good. If you haven’t gotten the message by now, let me say it again. Most recent ...