Of course, we know that there is a difference between the letter we write to family and friends which we were taught in school to be informal, and the type that is expected from us when applying for a ...

Whether you felt you aced the interview or bombed it, a thank-you note is critical to remain a candidate in competition for a job. I've listened to numerous executives in interview debrief meetings, ...

Writing a job description might seem straightforward, but it requires both clarity and creativity. On one hand, you need to provide practical details about the role’s day-to-day responsibilities. On ...

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Your cover letter is your first chance to make a lasting impression. For job seekers aiming for salaries of $100,000 or more per year, a well-crafted cover letter is a powerful tool that can set you ...

Leaders frequently complain that they aren’t attracting the caliber of talent they want. Many assume it’s a recruiting problem. But what they’re overlooking is the source of the information candidates ...

Recent surveys show that artificial intelligence is playing a greater role in the job application process. Use of generative AI tools like ChatGPT is becoming more common as a writing partner for ...

As the director of graduate writing support programs, I was recently asked to give a webinar about email writing to graduate students and postdoctoral scholars in my university’s Accelerate2Industry ...

Every now and then I pause when reviewing cover letters and resumes from my clients, students, or job candidates, and wonder: have they ever read an article, website, or book about how to write a ...

When job hunting, the strongest, simplest thing you can do is write a thank you email after an interview. It's a powerful gesture that leaves a lasting impression and sets you apart from other ...