Who hasn’t seen bad cover letters when viewing possible candidates, let alone 100’s of bad cover letters? We notice that a large majority of job seekers tend to send unfocused cover letters when applying for jobs. Perhaps because you assume a single cover letter template…

Writing a cover letter is one of the most difficult aspects of your job search in Australia. Each job you apply for requires its own cover letter, which must sell you to someone you’ve never met.  All this needs to take place in 250 words…

In Australia, the best cover letters will prompt a prospective employer to read your resume. They do this by demonstrating how your skills and experience align with those sought after by the employer. By briefly outlining how you can add value to their business, the…

In Australia, having a great cover letter is vital. Your cover letter is your opportunity to grab the attention of a recruiter or hiring manager. If you write too much or don’t say enough of the things they want to hear, they may not read…

How many times have you seen this at the end of the job advertisement? “To apply, please attach your CV and cover letter”. In my experience I’d say one in every ten applications is submitted without a cover letter. If you don’t attach a cover…