You’ve heard the rumors. You’ve probably even repeated them yourself: “No one reads cover letters anymore.” “The cover letter is dead.” And in a way, you’re right. The traditional, formulaic cover letter – the one that starts with “To Whom It May Concern” and is filled with generic platitudes – is well and truly dead.
But the strategic cover letter? The one that tells a story, makes a persuasive case for your value, and is tailored to the specific company and role? That cover letter is not only alive and well; it’s more important than ever.
The problem is, writing a strategic cover letter is hard. It’s a creative act that requires time, energy, and a level of focus that can be difficult to muster, especially for those with ADHD. The “blank page” can be a powerful source of paralysis, and the pressure to write the “perfect” cover letter can lead to endless procrastination.
At JobCoffin.com, we understand this struggle. And we’ve built our platform to help you kill the old-school cover letter and embrace the new, strategic approach.
Your Cover Letter Revival Kit
1. The Template Library: Your Antidote to the Blank Page
The hardest part of writing is starting. That’s why we’ve created a library of cover letter templates and industry-specific frameworks to help you get started. Our templates provide a proven structure for your cover letter, so you can focus on telling your story instead of staring at a blank screen.
2. The “Good Enough” Submission Mode: Your Weapon Against Perfectionism
Perfectionism is the enemy of progress. Our platform’s “Good Enough” Submission Mode is a powerful tool for defeating perfectionism and getting your applications out the door. It sets a time limit for editing your cover letter and reinforces the idea that completion is more important than perfection. It’s a simple but powerful way to overcome the paralysis that so often comes with the pressure to be perfect.
3. The Power of Specificity: Your Key to Getting Noticed
A generic cover letter is a waste of time. A strategic cover letter is a targeted, persuasive document that speaks directly to the needs of the employer. Our platform encourages this targeted approach by prompting you to write a “thoughtful cover letter paragraph about why THIS specific company.” This simple exercise forces you to think like a hiring manager and to articulate your value in a way that is both compelling and specific.
4. Coaching and Support: Your Partner in the Process
You don’t have to do this alone. Our platform offers Resume & Cover Letter Coaching to provide you with the expert guidance and support you need to write a cover letter that gets results.
The Future of the Cover Letter is Here
Stop wasting your time on cover letters that no one reads. It’s time to embrace a new approach, one that is strategic, targeted, and authentic. With JobCoffin.com, you have everything you need to write a cover letter that is not just alive, but thriving.