There are many ways to show personality in an application: your essay, an interview, your extracurricular activities and letters of recommendation. The only letter required for your application is ...

Most job application letters, especially from recent college graduates, seem to be a combination of mush and bravado. It’s a wonder that anyone ever gets hired. First comes the mush: “Ever since I can ...

A strong job application letter is vital for making a positive first impression on potential employers. This letter introduces you as a candidate and can significantly affect your interview chances. A ...

Although they are rarely decisive, recommendations letters are a meaningful factor in law school admissions. Most other law school application materials, such as personal and diversity statements, ...

Dear Sam: A few of the positions I'm interested in applying for say that a cover letter is "optional." Do you think I should still send one? -Lee Dear Lee: A cover letter should be a key part of every ...

That’s a generalisation. In some fields or sectors, I’m sure, cover letters are still the norm. But from the conversations ...