How Important Is a Cover Letter?
In a previous article, I discussed how to write an effective cover letter if you need one. In this article, I want to dig deeper into tackling a frequent question I get: “How important is a cover letter?” And the…
Learn How to Read Job Descriptions Strategically
If you’re seeking your next opportunity, learning how to read job descriptions can help you spend your time wisely and even accelerate your search. When used to the fullest extent possible, the information in job descriptions can help you decide…
Start 2021 Strong! Answers to Your Top Career Management Questions
2020 has been a doozy! “Uncertain” and “unprecedented” could very well be contenders for the word of the year. Collectively, our year in review within the U.S. includes a pandemic and related economic downturn, murder hornets, a Sahara dust cloud,…
Do You Need a Cover Letter? How to Write a Good One if You Do
Clients often ask me if cover letters are necessary. My answer is, it depends. Cover letters are the most vexing part of the job application process. Because applying for jobs takes a good amount of effort, it’s understandable that job…