*There are a lot of job listing that say that cover letters are required for, while others don’t really mention them at all. This leaves the seasonal applicants wondering whether they should submit cover letters anyway.
So, when is it necessary to send in the cover letter? Well, we can tell you one thing for sure – hiring managers love cover letters. These help you get noticed right away because you have gone the extra mile and also demonstrate how much you really want the job in question.
Bad cover letters, however, can really hinder what you set out to do in the first place.
You Don’t Need to Submit One If…
1. You Aren’t Interested in Personalizing Cover Letters
Most applicants tend to use Google templates of cover letters and pick any model they find in a rush. Since they’re acquainted with the tricks of the trade, hiring managers will easily be able to understand that your cover letter was one that was made for mass distribution. Trust us – this is something hiring managers notice all the time.
2. You Don’t Have Anything New to Say
Hiring managers really expect to read impressive and compelling cover letters and don’t really wish to read your resume all over again. You can think about what you thought about while writing all those college applications. Weren’t you determined to let the college find you a great prospect to be representing them?
It’s not any different when it comes to cover letters.
Just write about any unusual hobbies or anything else that led you to believe that you are perfect for the job. Don’t go on elaborating your skills from past jobs endlessly.
3. You Only Have Ideas of How to Improve the Company
You need to save you problem solving abilities for the job interview. There is a 100% chance that you will be asked this question in the interview anyway.
When You Need To Submit One
The only time you can submit cover letters is if you have valuable information to share that isn’t already signified on your resume. Some examples of this valuable information can include:
- Personal referrals or connections
- If you have a history with the hiring team or the company
If this isn’t the case, then you should refrain from adding unneeded information on your cover letter. It will only reduce your odds of getting the job!
