How to Write a Cover Letter That Sounds Like YOU (and Gets Noticed)

14 Dec 2023

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I hate cover letters. They add so much stress to the already uncomfortable and grueling job hunt. Every time I'm writing one, I find myself wondering: Do people even read these? Unfortunately, the answer is "yes." But, there are some ways to make the process a little less terrible. I asked Amy Gallo, Harvard Business Review editor and author of "How to Write a Cover Letter," for her advice. From doing the research, to starting off strong, to emphasizing your value — Gallo taught me exactly what I need to do to get my cover letters noticed by hiring managers. I even wrote a new cover letter that has her blessing. 📋 Read the real examples here: https://hbr.org/2022/05/how-to-write-a-cover-letter-that-sounds-like-you-and-gets-noticed 00:00 The pain is real... 00:40 How it Usually Goes 01:18 Meet our Expert, Amy Gallo 01:36 Length 01:53 Do the Research 02:12 Keep it Current 02:30 Find a Name 03:10 Start Strong 03:28 STEAL THIS OPENER 03:59 Emphasize Your Value 04:10 Two Qualities to Mention 04:25 What if I don't have enough experience?? 04:49 Convey Enthusiasm, Not Desperation 05:19 Find a Proofreader 06:03 OK, here I go... 06:37 Feedback Sesh 07:46 See the Improvement! Read Amy Gallo's original article: https://hbr.org/2014/02/how-to-write-... Produced by Andy Robinson, Elainy Mata, Kelsey Alpaio Video by Andy Robinson Editing by Andy Robinson Animation and Design by Alex Belser and Karen Player Subscribe to our newsletter: https://hbr.org/email-newsletters?movetile_hbpascendnl&hideIntromercial=true #coverletter #jobsearch #writingskills #jobs #writing

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