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 ...

Crafting an effective application letter is a crucial step in landing your dream job, especially if you’re aiming for six-figure positions. Unlike a resume, which focuses on your qualifications, an ...

Summer stretches before us, with all its potential for meeting research and writing goals. But if you’re going on the faculty-job market for the first time — as a recent Ph.D. or an advanced doctoral ...

A strong job application letter is vital for making a positive first impression on potential employers. This letter introduces you as a candidate and can significantly affect your interview chances. A ...

Most job application letters, especially from recent college graduates, seem to be a combination of mush and bravado. It’s a wonder that anyone ever gets hired. First comes the mush: “Ever since I can ...

Have you found your dream job and can’t wait to apply? If so, we recommend checking out our sample cover letters, to make sure your application is fully covered. Some employers require a cover letter ...

Recent discussions of that peculiar beast, genre, have kicked up some questionable observations, among them that genre has ceased to be meaningful when we have what some critics dub "autofiction" (See ...