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Anon230384 · 16 Nov 2025

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HELP I'm using chat gpt to write a cover leteer but it sounds obviously AI. I've googled cover letter examples and they all have the same formal, weird tone and AI phrasing. If you use chatgpt ,what are some prompts you use make it to sound more natural?

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binisha · 12d ago

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With 9 years as an Executive Assistant, I've seen significant company growth and adapted to new technologies and processes, swam faster than i could imagine. I've developed versatile skills, leading initiatives and training staff across departments. However, my achievements are hard to quantify, making it challenging to showcase my value. I'm looking to transition to a new role, but my soft skills are transferable rather than technical. How can I effectively highlight my skills on my resume?

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SEEK Admin · 24 Jul 2025

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Writing a cover letter? 📝 Switch 'To Whom it May Concern' for one of these: ➡️ Dear [person's name] ➡️ To the hiring manager ➡️ Dear Sir or Madam ➡️ To the [department name] "To Whom it May Concern" is OK if you don't know who'll be reading your email. But for a cover letter, it's best to address who you're trying to impress. 🤩 More on the topic here: https://www.seek.co.nz/career-advice/article/when-and-how-to-use-to-whom-it-may-concern What's your go-to salutation, friends?

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SEEK Admin · 24 Jul 2025

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It's all about AI these days—and here's how you can make it work for you. Get AI to help you write a cover letter. 🤖 🤙 Do this: ✍️ Get your prompts on point ✍️ Tailor AI's words with your info ✍️ Get the right keywords in there ✍️ Give it a personal touch There's more to it, but we covered it all here: https://www.seek.co.nz/career-advice/article/how-to-write-a-cover-letter-using-ai Do you use AI in your job hunt? Tell us how below.

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Shanika · 18 Feb 2026

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why my application are never successful?

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Anon550185 · 16 Jan 2026

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Currently applying for jobs and need advice on using AI for my CV - which is best for helping me tailor my CV and cover letter to each job? I was using chatgpt but lately it hasn't been giving as many free prompts and the output isn't as reliable. Does anyone use copilot? I'm also open to paying as long as it's not too expensive. Any recommendations?

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SEEK Admin · 8 Dec 2025

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It’s hard not to feel discouraged applying for jobs and hearing nothing back. But it’s important to remember that job hunting is a numbers game – it’s not always about being the perfect fit, timing and luck have a lot to do with it. How do you stay motivated while you’re job hunting? 💬

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Anon047626 · 13 Nov 2025

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Tips for resumes please! I have been using the same free resume template for my whole life and it's time for a change. Where can I get a good one for free?

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Anon428668 · 17 Oct 2025

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Question about white-fonting (where you put keywords in your resume in small white font to trick AI) - does it work? Does anyone have any experience doing this? I'm not getting any responses to any of my job apps and wondering if I'm just not getting past the AI programs.

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Brigitte · 22 Jul 2025

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I’m really confused about the use of AI to write resumes and cover letters. On the one hand, I’m hearing it’s a bad look to prospective employers, and seems like you’ve made minimal effort. But on the other, we’re being told that we need to adopt and embrace the use of AI in our every day. Thoughts?