Comments on: Q&A: Is alright to mention other possible job opportunities when writing a cover letter?

By: kinkycurl

kinkycurl — Thu, 02 Dec 2010 12:53:27 +0000

I would not mention other offers. An employer will look at this as you having other obligations or “this” job as a back-up and not taking the whole application/resume thing importantly. Would you like to read a resume from someone who said that they have potential jobs waiting? And not to mention, it is kind of boastful in an “arrogant” kind of way. Just leave it out and if you get the other job so be it, but they don’t need to know. Hope this helps!

By: G-gal

G-gal — Thu, 02 Dec 2010 12:32:42 +0000

I would suggest you hold off on that information until you get an interview. When I’m looking at resumes that would put you in the pile of people I probably don’t want to waste my time on. Once you get a chance to interview and you have them interested thats when you want them to know that you are a hot comodity.

By: Princess

Princess — Thu, 02 Dec 2010 12:22:18 +0000

I would wait until the interview to say something like that. Employers look for what they are looking for in that specific position. If you really want to work for that particular company, keep your eyes open for more opportunities in the future.