The Cover Letter Gets a Thumbs-Up!
By Laura Hogan on PeopleCorner – Powered by PeopleScout
Some might say that cover letters are pointless and a thing of the past, but are they? I quite like to skim-read a well-thought out, concise cover letter. If it is put together correctly, it should quickly show that you are the ‘right’ person for the job and entice the reader to give your application the consideration it deserves.
You’re probably thinking, “you can get that (if the candidate is ‘right’) from the CV”. However, if the recruiter/hiring manager has, let’s say 100+ applications for a position, the CVs can start to look the same. A cover letter will help you stand out from the crowd. It is also particularly useful if you are applying for a technical role – highlighting the key competencies will go a long way…