How to Write a Cover Letter That Will Get You Hired

While a strong, concise, and error-free résumé can help move your application from a bottomless pit to the top of the stack, it's a great cover letter that will get you plucked from that stack and in for that coveted interview. Yes, even in today's digital age, a cover letter--which can also be written in the body of an email to the hiring manager rather than as a separate attachment--is absolutely essential. A thoughtful cover letter adds color to your accomplishments, tells the prospective e...