Many of the letters you write in business are designed to influence the ideas or behaviors of others. Persuasive letters to sell something should have a unique formula, immediately grabbing a reader's ...

During any job search, you’ll be tasked with writing a cover letter. But knowing what to write and how to express yourself in a clear, concise manner and win over a potential employer can be tough.

Resumes and LinkedIn profiles may get the lion’s share of attention, but a good cover letter can go a long way toward impressing hiring decision-makers. One survey by ResumeLab found that 83% of ...

Learning to craft a business letter is an essential skill for professionals in all industries to master, and it is particularly important when starting a new small business as you will initially need ...

Internships are an excellent way to increase your experience in a specific field. Not only that, but they allow you to determine whether or not a career path is the right fit for you. During an ...

Consulting firms still place a high value on cover letters to showcase skills not on a resume. Heather Kristan, head of talent at Altman Solon, looks for specificity and interpersonal skills. Kristan ...

Many covering letters fail to stand out because they're too long, contain too much cliche or sound too formal. In How graduates can stand out from the crowd, I suggested grabbing the reader's ...