Cover letters used to be a big deal when people were mailing resumes to employers. But are they still useful in digital form? Short answer: yes.

Cover letters help candidates stand out with HR professionals or managers. They can also be remixed into a LinkedIn profile or used as an introduction in an online application if there is an opportunity to add comments to the form.

Tips:

1. Avoid over-used openers, add some creativity or a personal touch to your cover letter.
2. Think of one of your proudest moments or memorable achievements.
3. Identify what you learned from that proud moment.
4. Try to apply that to a potential role you are interested or how it would serve an employer to have you as an employee.

Resource: Cover Letter Opening Line Examples

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