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

The verdict is still out on whether cover letters will be as important to hiring processes, but they remain an effective way ...

Complicated questions and time-consuming requirements prompt many highly qualified applicants to simply quit before they ...

Here’s a poll we don’t need to take: How many job seekers enjoy writing cover letters? Surprise! No one’s hand went up. That may be why some surveys report fewer than half of job seekers use cover ...

The purpose of a cover letter is to introduce yourself to a prospective employer and explain why you are sending your resume. Therefore, a cover letter should accompany every resume and application.

You’re not imagining things — the job market is a mess right now. The hiring rates from May 2024 to July 2025 have ranged from 3.2% to 3.5%, the lowest since the first two months of the COVID-19 ...

Google's Gemini AI creates personalized cover letters in seconds, using job posting keywords to beat ATS filters and save ...

Firstly, you could visit View all careers | National Careers Service to browse through all of the different available jobs. To filter your search, click on the relevant job sectors to you that are ...

The cover letter bridges the gap between your skills and experiences with the position you’re applying for. Capture the reader’s attention with your interest in the company, a voice that fits your ...

THOSE looking for a job can get help through a benefit that pays up to £92 per week. The money comes through the Jobseeker’s Allowance (JSA), an unemployment benefit which gives you extra money to ...

Pamal Broadcasting’s Kevin Callahan shares expert advice on how to stand out when applying for your next radio job.