Myth vs. Fact: Cover Letters
Read about 10 assumptions on cover letters you should review and understand before submitting your application.
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Connecting the dots
Cover Letters and Resumes Go Together
Cover letters are a critical component of your application package. Even when not "required", they are expected, since they are how you...
- Introduce yourself to the hiring committee/manager
- Communicate sincerity and interest in the position and organization to which you're applying
- Paint a picture of your personal fit for the position
- Connect your experience and skills to the job requirements
- Add depth and perspective to your application
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