[Job-Discussions] What to Include in Cover Letter

[Sarah Massengale]

I tend to agree with the thoughts Justin’s already given, and personally, I think putting that in a cover letter is a little too much disclosure.  I would save that for the interview and only bring it up if the employer asks, honestly.


> On Oct 9, 2020, at 2:10 PM, Justin Williams via Job-Discussions <job-discussions at nfbnet.org> wrote:
> 
> I usually try to keep cover letters right to the point of the job, use their
> words and terminology, and show how my skills and abilities fit into the
> job.
> 
> When you start including extraneous stuff, no matter how good it is, it can
> detract from the overall affect, so if you use that, find a way to weave it
> in so it does not seem forced; that is if you decided to use it at all.
> 
> Thanks,
> 
> Justin  
> 
> 
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> Honestly, I see it as including negative things are only okay if you include
> how you've overcome them. As far as I understand it, employers want to see
> your strengths and how they will match to fill the gap in their teams.
> Including weaknesses are fine so long as you've got a solution for 'em, and
> you've done that here.
> 
> Good luck on the job you're pursuing, and congrats on getting the device you
> needed!
> 
> Sincerely
> 
> Andrew Harmon
> 
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> 
> In a cover letter, do you guys think it's okay to include the fact that up
> until recently I could not do call center work due to being deaf, but now I
> have solved that problem with cochlear implants? This would explain the work
> history gaps in my resume.
> 
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