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 ...

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 ...

In today’s competitive job market, the best cover letter can be the key to unlocking your next career opportunity. Whether you’re aiming for a six-figure position or looking to advance within your ...

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 ...

Discover the best ChatGPT cover letter prompts for 2026 with copy-ready templates that help job seekers write tailored, professional cover letters faster.

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Cover letters and resumes can be tedious to write. ChatGPT, a popular AI chatbot, can write them quickly. But should you use them in your job hunt? In today’s competitive job market, candidates need ...

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The cover letter is its own unique, dreaded genre of writing. In a few — often formulaic — paragraphs, job applicants must accomplish several things: prostrate themselves at the feet of hiring ...

This is the second of five installments of “How to Get an Academic Job,” a new guide on the tenure-track search from our Career Talk columnists. Previously the series explored what to do “Before You ...

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 ...