Your cover letter matters, and yes, you need to include one in your job application. So we’ve revamped our cover letter and resume writing tips for 2021 to help you get a job in today’s challenging job market. Pair these tips with a thorough review of cover letter examples in your industry to help you write a cover letter that will land you a new job.
1. Write unique cover letters for each company
Don’t just explain that you’re competent at your job — demonstrate your awareness of the company’s goals, and how you can help achieve them. By doing so, your cover letter will be far more compelling, and frame you as a thoughtful and engaging candidate.
Every company has a unique problem they’re trying to solve through hiring. Even if you’re sending out several applications for the same position, tailor your cover letters to individually address each company’s problems.
2. Keep it to a single page
Keep yours to one page, but don’t fill it up completely. The example on the left shows how long your cover letter should be.
3. Make it easy to read
Fortunately, we make it easy for you by providing downloadable resume templates and matching cover letter templates. No matter how beautifully you write, no matter how compelling your story is, an ugly-looking cover letter will never get attention. Here’s how to make sure yours is readable and attractive.
- Margins: Set your cover letter’s margins to 1″ or 1½”. Depending on how long or short your cover letter is, you should play with the margins.
- Font: Choose one of our recommended resume fonts. Don’t set the font size below 12 points. Remember, business letters should look conservative in general.
Your font style, sizes, and colors should match the ones you pick for your resume, or your application is at risk of looking unprofessional.
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