Amanda Smith is a freelance journalist and writer. She reports on culture, society, human interest and technology. Her stories hold a mirror to society, reflecting both its malaise and its beauty.

Crafting a compelling modern cover letter is a crucial step in the job application process. However, many job seekers encounter situations where they don’t have a specific address to include in their ...

In our digital age of quick texts and brief emails, the art of letter writing offers a unique opportunity to create meaningful connections with loved ones. A well-crafted letter provides space for ...

Johnny C. Taylor Jr. tackles your human resources questions as part of a series for USA TODAY. Taylor is president and CEO of the Society for Human Resource Management, the world's largest HR ...

In the last few years, we have experienced candidate-driven markets in America, but the trend started to change in 2023. In April 2024, Reuters, for example, wrote about another 7% increase in layoff ...

A letter of transmittal is a formal document often used in business and professional communication to introduce or accompany another document, such as a report, proposal, or contract. Writing an ...

While many know how to use ChatGPT to help you write a resume, its potential for creating standout cover letters is equally impressive. By harnessing AI's language processing capabilities, you can ...

It's finally time to get in the Christmas spirit, and for many children across the world, that means writing a letter to ...

The clock is ticking for families hoping to send letters to Santa Claus at the North Pole this holiday season. Letters need to be postmarked by Monday, a spokesperson for the U. S. Postal Service ...

Written on paper. Sealed in a paper envelope. Return address. Postage stamp.