Cover Letters can be time-consuming to craft effectively, so it's crucial for organizations to make the most of them. If these documents aren't being read, it might be time to reconsider the approach of asking for them as part of the application process. Focusing on tailoring resumes could streamline the application process for both candidates and hiring teams. Let's ensure that every step in the recruitment process adds value for all parties involved. #Recruitment #HiringProcess #CoverLetters
I am a huge proponent of doing away with cover letters in the application process. In my experience very few if any Talent Acquisition Specialists read them and only a handful of managers actually read them. While they may provide a glimpse into the candidate's written communication and their interest in the role, I find very few people actually read cover letters. You can assess a candidate's interest in the role and organization at the interview stage and you can also assess their written communication by asking them to draft something tailored to the role they are applying for such as a memo, a briefing note, email etc.
I like it when the cover letter is part of the same file as the resume so when I open it I can see the cover letter and if I don't want to read it I can scroll by.
I agree!
Senior Project Director - Residential and Commercial Development
4moI have found that well crafted cover letters provide insight to the candidates’ ability to communicate. CVs don’t provide this “view”. Imagine a cover letter that provides reasons why the organization should consider hiring the candidate, is free of spelling and grammatical errors, gives examples of technical jargon, etc., etc. No cover letter is not an option in my humble opinion.