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Stop Getting Ignored! Write a Cover Letter That Gets Interviews

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Dr. Hirestein
April 06, 2025

You’ve Done Everything Right… So Why Haven’t You Been Hired?

You’ve rewritten your resume. Applied to 50+ roles. Maybe even made it to a few interviews.

And still—nothing.

Rejection after silence. Silence after hope. It’s exhausting. And it’s not your fault.

Hiring today is broken.

AI screens you out. Recruiters ghost. Managers take weeks to decide.

But here’s the truth: the right strategy changes everything.

At Job Search Genius, we’ll help you:

✅ Get past the bots and in front of decision-makers

✅ Tell your story in a way that sticks

✅ Show up to interviews with real confidence

You’re not the problem. Your strategy is. Let’s fix that—together.

Here’s how to write one that makes them hit reply:

✅ Grab Their Attention Immediately
Cut the fluff. Start with a win or story that makes them want more.

❌ “I’m writing to express my interest…”

✅ “I increased sales by 30% in 3 months—and I’d love to do the same for your team.”

✅ Solve Their Pain Points

Figure out what they need. Show them how you’ll fix it.

✅ Use a Story Format

Think: challenge → action → result. It's more memorable than a résumé recap.

✅ Keep It Tight

3-4 paragraphs. Easy to skim. No filler.

✅ End Strong, Not Shy

Forget “I hope to hear from you.” Try:

“Let’s connect next week to chat about how I can help [Company] hit its Q2 goals.”

Want to dive deeper into your career goals?

Let’s map out what’s next—together. Book a FREE 1:1 strategy session with one of our expert career coaches and walk away with personalized advice and a proven cover letter formula that actually works.

No pressure. No cost. Just clarity.

The Market’s Shifting—Are You Ready?

Here’s why nailing your application right now matters more than ever:

1. Thousands Laid Off Across U.S. Health Agencies

HHS has started letting go of thousands of workers across agencies like the CDC and FDA. Major restructuring is underway.

Why it matters: If you’re in public health, competition just spiked.

2. Stellantis Lays Off 900 Workers After Tariffs

The auto giant paused production and laid off U.S. workers after tariff disruptions.

Why it matters: Time to explore more stable sectors—or get ahead of a potential shift.

3. Federal Job Cuts Surge in March

270,000+ jobs cut last month—one of the highest ever recorded. Government roles were hit hardest.

Why it matters: The market’s crowded. Your materials have to rise above the noise.

The Market’s Shifting—Are You Ready?

We’ll help you write a resume and cover letter that actually get noticed—and prep you to own every interview.

✔️ Get live feedback

✔️ Learn what’s actually working

✔️ Leave with a plan (and more confidence) above the sign-off.

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