Do you really need a cover letter? Yes. Yes, you do. You need a good one. A cover letter is a great opportunity to sell yourself to a prospective employer, in addition to what is already listed on your resume. It's your chance to tell them why they should hire you instead of all the other candidates. In this course, we'll talk about why cover letters are useful. We'll go over what to include in a cover letter and where to look for ideas. We'll also discuss what to do before you submit it.