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The Job-Search Advice We’ve All Followed Without Proof

The Job-Search Advice We’ve All Followed Without Proof

Welcome back to Poll Of The Day — where we’re reflecting on a job-application tradition you probably know well.

The Future Party
January 27, 2026

Looking back on your work life, how effective do you think cover letters have been in helping you get jobs?

Very effective — they’ve clearly made a difference.
Somewhat effective — they’ve been helpful but not essential.
Not very effective — they’ve rarely seemed to matter.
Not effective at all — I don’t think they’ve influenced any outcomes.
It’s hard to say.
I’ve never written a cover letter.

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