In this episode of The Branding in Five Podcast, I answer one of the most frequent and important questions in job searching: should I include a cover letter with my job application? The answer is yes! Even though some hiring managers and recruiters say they don’t use cover letters, many still do, and not including a cover letter can harm your chances of getting the top-tier position you desire. I explain how to write an impactful cover letter and what an ideal cover letter should include. At the end of the episode, I also tell you the only time that you shouldn’t write a cover letter to add to your résumé.

Timestamps

[0:30] How necessary are cover letters when you’re job searching?

[0:48] Don’t assume you know what the hiring manager wants

[1:08] What an ideal cover letter should look and sound like

[1:36] Make sure you don’t miss out on hiring opportunities

[2:13] When you SHOULDN’T include a cover letter

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