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It might also include irrelevant information or a weak call to action.\"},{\"question\":\"What are some \\\"Extra Tips\\\" for writing a cover letter?\",\"answer\":\"Extra tips include keeping the cover letter between 200 and 400 words, using it to highlight key skills relevant to the role, being succinct yet original, and ensuring it's the first thing an employer looks at.\"}]","Cover Letters- The Good and The Bad | PDF",1789283053]