Have you ever wondered if you still need a cover letter when applying to jobs??
So much about looking for a job has changed in the last few years. The fact is, the cover letter is still an important part of your job-search plan, and skip the generic letter. It won’t really help get you noticed. What will get you noticed is a well-crafted letter that helps establish you as someone who should be interviewed.
Still not convinced? Here are my top 10 reasons to use a cover letter:
It is an additional platform for marketing your skills and conveying your interest in the company.
A well-done cover letter showcases your communication skills.
Hiring decision-makers read compelling cover letters.
A cover letter gives you more room to personalize your message to the employer.
You can use it to fill in any gaps in your resume.
You can use it to market your transferable skills.
You have one more opportunity to keep your name in front of the hiring decision maker.
You can employ creative strategies that bridge your value to the employer’s needs, painting a verbal picture that draws attention.
It gives you a chance to make use of additional key words that target the employer’s needs.
A cover letter provides closure by giving you a vehicle to ask for the job or ask about next steps.
Do you still write cover letters? Why or why not?
