🎯 My free Job Search Toolkit: https://academy.jeffsu.org/job-search-toolkit?utm_source=youtube&utm_medium=video&utm_campaign=138 📑 Cover letter template and prompts can be found here ➡️ https://www.jeffsu.org/5-cover-letter-mistakes-to-avoid/ In this video, we go over what makes a successful cover letter by exploring common mistakes and providing practical solutions. Using my own cover letter as an example, I reveal the five key mistakes I made back in the day that led to multiple rejections, and how you can avoid these pitfalls. Mistake 1️⃣: A generic or impersonal address can immediately signal a lack of research Mistake 2️⃣: Grammatical errors and typos can quickly tank your application Mistake 3️⃣: A weak introduction can cost you the reader's attention. Discover how to write a compelling hook by addressing a relatable pain point for the company and positioning yourself as a solution Mistake 4️⃣: Vague descriptions don't impress; quantify your achievements instead Mistake 5️⃣: Proper cover letter hygiene matters. Avoid oversharing personal information, using industry-specific jargon, and writing excessively long letters *THE NO BS PRODUCTIVITY NEWSLETTER* 📧 https://www.jeffsu.org/productivity-ping/ *TIMESTAMPS* 00:00 How NOT to Write a Cover Letter 00:19 Not Addressing to an Actual Person 01:29 Grammar Mistakes and Typos 02:36 Not Spending Enough Time on the Hook 04:25 Not Including Tangible Results 05:47 Being Unaware of Cover Letter Hygiene 06:28 Bonus Mistake 06:45 Why Networking is Important for Cover Letters *RESOURCES I MENTION IN THE VIDEO* Use LinkedIn to network effectively - https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLo-kPya_Ww2zqOZVXMNQCJeTNAaan8GcW Austin’s Cover Letter article - https://cultivatedculture.com/cover-letter/ Ali Abdaal’s resume video - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MqXjqOy-TA8&t=1398s Cover Letter deal-break article - https://www.topresume.com/career-advice/officehours-worst-resume-deal-breaker-mistakes *MY FAVORITE GEAR* 🎬 My YouTube Gear - https://www.jeffsu.org/yt-gear/ 🎒 Everyday Carry - https://www.jeffsu.org/my-edc/ *MY TOP 3 FAVORITE SOFTWARE* ❎ CleanShot X - https://geni.us/cleanshotx ✍️ Skillshare - https://geni.us/skillshare-jeff 📖 Readwise - https://readwise.io/jeffsu/ *BE MY FRIEND:* 📧 Subscribe to my Productivity newsletter - https://www.jeffsu.org/productivity-ping/ 📸 Instagram - https://instagram.com/j.sushie 🤝 LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/jsu05/ *👨🏻💻 WHO AM I:* I'm Jeff, a tech professional trying to figure life out. What I do end up figuring out, I share! _PS: Some of the links in this description are affiliate links I get a kickback from and my opinions are my own and may not reflect that of my employer_ 😇 #coverletter #jobsearch #resume