I haven’t been on the job hunt in years and have two questions for you all this morning.
1. Cover letters - they seem so antiquated to me. Are they necessary? Does it look bad if I don’t apply with one. I believe my resume is quite concise and has a profile summary 2. “Desired pay” - I want to put something like “negotiable depending on total comp package” but will that rule me out? I hate the numbers game

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1. Cover letters- It’s a hit or miss but not mandatory as I’ve landed roles without them.
2. For a desired Pay field, put “999” or “000” if the field mandates numbers. If there’s another field after that, put “Negotiable until the requirements of job is fully understood and offer stage is reached.”

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As obnoxious as cover letters are, and many people don’t read them. I do think if you have the opportunity, you should submit one. It gives you a chance to really sell yourself and if you think it’s too much work, do you really want the job that much? As for salary requirements, I think your negotiable based on requirements is fine.

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