A cover letter is an integral part of landing your dream role. Here, a careers expert shares her advice on how to make yours stand out, even if you’re lacking experience for your desired role.

How do I create a cover letter explaining why I am changing careers? – Tim Dear Tim: When you embark on a career change, you first have to define your purpose and identify your transferable skills.

Dear Sam: A few of the positions I’m interested in applying for say that a cover letter is “optional ... or delicate situations, such as a career change, a return to the workforce, or ...