Do you hate writing cover letters? Wondering how to get noticed among the applicant pool for that dream job? In this interactive workshop we will explore together how to use a job ad as a blueprint for an effective cover letter that is tailored to the interests of the hiring committee. We will address the development of specific examples from your experiences to illustrate your qualifications, as well as strategies for making edits to your existing template for each new application. Participants are encouraged to bring their resume and cover letter long with a job ad to the session. Our workshop is designed for new and experienced librarians alike. Takeaways from this session include: 1) analyzing a job ad to determine what you should address in your letter 2) making your letter complement and enhance your resume 3) tips and tricks for writing a letter that will get you noticed. Let's make your cover letter stand out!