Why Your Cover Letter Gets Rejected (5 MISTAKES TO AVOID)

In this video, we go over what makes a successful cover letter by exploring common mistakes and providing practical solutions.

Using my own cover letter as an example, I reveal the five key mistakes I made back in the day that led to multiple rejections, and how you can avoid these pitfalls.

Mistake 1️⃣: A generic or impersonal address can immediately signal a lack of research

Mistake 2️⃣: Grammatical errors and typos can quickly tank your application

Mistake 3️⃣: A weak introduction can cost you the reader's attention. Discover how to write a compelling hook by addressing a relatable pain point for the company and positioning yourself as a solution

Mistake 4️⃣: Vague descriptions don't impress; quantify your achievements instead

Mistake 5️⃣: Proper cover letter hygiene matters. Avoid oversharing personal information, using industry-specific jargon, and writing excessively long letters

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*TIMESTAMPS*
00:00 How NOT to Write a Cover Letter
00:19 Not Addressing to an Actual Person
01:29 Grammar Mistakes and Typos
02:36 Not Spending Enough Time on the Hook
04:25 Not Including Tangible Results
05:47 Being Unaware of Cover Letter Hygiene
06:28 Bonus Mistake
06:45 Why Networking is Important for Cover Letters

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Did you make any of my (embarrassing) mistakes? 😅

TIMESTAMPS
00:00 How NOT to Write a Cover Letter
00:19 Not Addressing to an Actual Person
01:29 Grammar Mistakes and Typos
02:36 Not Spending Enough Time on the Hook
04:25 Not Including Tangible Results
05:47 Being Unaware of Cover Letter Hygiene
06:28 Bonus Mistake
06:45 Why Networking is Important for Cover Letters

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My cover letter has always been an mp3 of me singing why I'm perfect for the job.

[itssaimoon]

The advice you give is always on point and the effort you put into these videos is something else! I find them so captivating and pleasing to the eye.

[daberechukwunwoha]

this must be the best Youtube video I have seen. Made 6 mins feel like 6 seconds and very informative while doing so. Thank you mate.

[SoroushTorkian]

3:06 I know how obvious this is in hindsight but once I think of my life as a captivating YouTube video, everything becomes more fun, convincing and more. It's all about the presentation.

Thanks for this golden pro-tip!

[recruitcrm]

Eye-opening tips! The tips on quantifying impact and crafting an engaging hook were pure gold. Thanks for simplifying the cover letter process :D

[thesapienasset]

Pure value! Driving to work, had to pull over and watch this the second I got the notification. Good start to the day, thanks Jeff!

[lukundbatti]

One of the most impactful videos I’ve ever seen to this topic thank you very much!

[savagebro]

*This is one of most excellent YouTube channel I have ever seen. I mean he answers every comments. Just wow* !¡

[cwlynne]

Wild! The YouTube algorithm is on fire today 😅I was rewriting my cover letter when this video popped up. Great tips as always - thanks Jeff!

[abdullahmansuri]

Really useful and practical examples, Jeff. I have definitely made a lot of these mistakes myself, so this is a game-changer for sure!😅

[wd]

God, the more I watch this kind of videos, the more anxiety I have.

[surayayeasminjui]

Jeff, please make a video on ATS-friendly resumes. Your videos always help us untangle all the confusions.

[hassan_codes]

When I get a notification from Jeff, I click immediately!!!

[richardnewcombe]

Jeff you rock - and you know your subject. I love to write and I'm not looking for a job. But I still audit your "classes" and every time I feel smarter afterwards. Big Fan, thank you!

[jicwjgc]

This video is so helpful! Thank you Jeff Su.

[esteban-alvino]

The way you made this video is nice and easy to digest the content I went trough all and increase my knowledge in the process to redact my cover letter.

[lilyoaix]

Awesome! Really helpful tips! Thank you, Jeff! 😊

[romain]

a good example of the kind of BS business owners are sick of and why we don't read cover letters anymore

[Secoutal]

Your videos are leagues above the other "Job search support". Thank you!