Cover Letters Remain Relevant, Despite AI

Cover Letters Remain Relevant, Despite AI

The cover letter remains important. Those that say it isn't probably have a hard time writing one. Do not fall into that category. Failure to dedicate time and thought to writing a cover letter could result in disqualification.

Taking the lazy way out and using an AI tool to write a cover letter will likely also result in an immediate rejection. Hiring managers can spot AI-generated content from a mile away and they don't like it - they use either the eyeball test or software that scans documents for AI content.

Don't listen to the newbies / pontificators that say the cover letter is dead. Don't be a sucker and make sure you have a cover letter in your arsenal, ready to submit when requested.

You Need To:

1. Represent why you are qualified for the position (list of skills and successes)

2. Keep the Letter to One Page

3. Use specific examples to illustrate your skills and experience

Here is an easy guideline for submission. Your default should be "resume and cover letter" unless the posting specifically says "resume only".

Responses are encouraged.

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Today's Quote:

Today's Quote:

"I hate the word "lucky". It cheapens a lot of hard work.

Peter Dinklage

Work ethic reigns supreme. Some people get lucky but most success is achieved through concentration and effort.

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AI and Recruiters

AI and Recruiters

Using artificial intelligence (AI) for writing your resume is viewed negatively by recruiters. While AI-generated content can be a time-saver, recruiters and hiring managers are becoming more adept at detecting the use of AI in resumes and cover letters. Submitting AI-generated materials without differentiation from the original content (aka - detected by the reader (recruiter) or the applicant tracking systems ATS)) could lead to rejection.

This is particularly true when multiple applicants submit identical or highly similar materials, which could raise concerns about plagiarism. 

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Neurotic Worker and a Good Boss

 Neurotic Worker and a Good Boss

Instagram:  This is refreshing and funny!  I enjoy watching Erin!

https://www.instagram.com/p/DL2pDbEsIZK/

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Quote and Perspective On a Good Way to Live Your Day - Anthony Bourdain

I read this today and it made me feel good. I hope you will feel the same way.

“Eat at a local restaurant tonight. Get the cream sauce. Have a cold pint at 4 o’clock in a mostly empty bar. Go somewhere you’ve never been. Listen to someone you think may have nothing in common with you. Order the steak rare. Eat an oyster. Have a negroni. Have two. Be open to a world where you may not understand or agree with the person next to you, but have a drink with them anyways. Eat slowly. Tip your server. Check in on your friends. Check in on yourself. Enjoy the ride." ~ Anthony Bourdain

Keep Your Resume Updated

 Keep Your Resume Updated

This one might be a no-brainer but don’t neglect your resume, even if you’re unemployed. Add every relevant volunteer opportunity or certificate to help your resume stand out. If you feel your career gap is something to hide, think again — most people have had a gap in their work experience.

And if you address it honestly, potential employers may even see your career gap as a plus. That was the time you spent learning. Once you land that job, keep updating your resume as new experiences and achievements pop up — you’ll thank yourself the next time you’re ready to hit the job market.

Source: Betterup

Changing the way applicants apply for jobs

 Changing the way applicants apply for jobs

This is a 2-3 minute read but certainly worthy of your time.

https://lnkd.in/g2p59eA9

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Today's Quote - Warren Buffet

 Quote - This is a great perspective on prequalifying people, no matter the reason, professional / personal.

Look for three (3) things in a person - intelligence, energy and integrity. If they don't have the last one, don't even bother with the first two (2).

Warren Buffet

June 5 - Employment Numbers - Part 2

 June 5 - Employment Numbers - Part 2

Friday’s report showed the share of long-term unemployed, or people without a job for 27 weeks or longer, jumped to 27.5% in May, up from 25.3% in April and the highest since December 2021.

American consumers report feeling miserable about the economy, gasoline prices, inflation and the labor market. A key measure of consumer sentiment has hit all-time lows in recent months amid anxiety about future inflation. Americans keep spending, though high-end consumers continue to drive the economy.

Earlier this week, Dollar General reported that its customers are feeling stressed. They are increasingly reining in spending on household expenses such as groceries as they face higher prices at the gas pump.

Source: WSJ.com

June 5 - Employment Numbers - Part 2

June 5 - Employment Numbers - 2

Friday’s report showed the share of long-term unemployed, or people without a job for 27 weeks or longer, jumped to 27.5% in May, up from 25.3% in April and the highest since December 2021.

American consumers report feeling miserable about the economy, gasoline prices, inflation and the labor market. A key measure of consumer sentiment has hit all-time lows in recent months amid anxiety about future inflation. Americans keep spending, though high-end consumers continue to drive the economy.

Earlier this week, Dollar General reported that its customers are feeling stressed. They are increasingly reining in spending on household expenses such as groceries as they face higher prices at the gas pump.

Source: WSJ.com

June 5 - Employment Numbers

 June 5 - Employment Numbers

The US government announced today that the country added 172K+ in May, surpassing expectations by 80K (unemployment remained at 4.3%. Here is the breakdown:

1. Payroll net gains = 188K - a 90 pace not experienced since March 2024

2. Leisure and Hospitality - added 70K new jobs (not expected by those in that sector - seasonality + World Cup

3. Local government - 55K new hires - largest gain in 24 months

4 Healthcare and social services - 47K

Industries that lost jobs - Retail, Information Technology (IT - Tech) - Finance and Air Transportation (attributed to the bankruptcy of Spirit Airlines.

In other words - the unemployment rate remained steady as new people entered the workforce but the number of people looking for work remains constant at 61.8%.

More later...