When you write a strong cover letter, you’re showing your future employer that you’re the person they’re looking for. What are the key elements of a compelling cover letter?

Your cover letter is an argument. Your argument in the letter you send as part of your application package should be bracingly simple: “I’m the best person for this particular position, and ...

The cardinal sin of a cover letter is being boring. Yes, you want to be professional, but you also want the hiring manager’s eyes to not glaze over. No one’s eyes glazed over reading this letter.