How AI Is Breaking Cover Letters
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The article discusses how AI is changing the landscape of cover letters in job applications, with commenters expressing skepticism about the effectiveness of traditional job application methods.
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Nov 13, 2025 at 5:40 PM EST
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Lots of ways to look for work, applying to public postings with a resumed and cover letter isn’t one.