Get noticed when applying for a job – 4 tips to create a compelling cover letter

Get noticed when applying for a job – 4 tips to create a compelling cover letter

Recently I reviewed some job applications on behalf of a client. I was really surprised by the cover letters! Some people didn't provide a letter and of the letters that did come in, none of them inspired me to want to read the accompanying CVs.

If you're thinking about applying for a new job, check out this advice about cover letters from career coach Jo Ostler.

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The difference between comparing yourself to others and modelling (and why it's important to know)

The difference between comparing yourself to others and modelling (and why it's important to know)

It's one thing to notice what others are doing but it often goes beyond just observing to a place where we start to judge ourselves. We tell ourselves stories about how much better the other person is, that they're perfect and have the perfect life, and on it goes. But it is possible to skip the judgement and model what others are doing to achieve our dreams and goals.

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