Careers Journo Requests

Hiring Leaders on AI-Driven Cover Letter Trends for Forbes

📣SEEKING EXPERT SOURCES: IMPORTANCE OF COVER LETTERS in 2026 There seems to be a debate about how much written materials like cover letters matter to hiring managers vetting candidates for jobs. I'm trying to provide some clarity on this topic for an article I'm writing for Forbes on how important cover letters are, looking ahead to 2026. Especially in the context of AI, where candidates will inevitably use AI to assist them with writing cover letters, hiring managers may increasingly struggle to differentiate between candidates who have the ability to write an effective, compelling cover letter and those who simply used AI to do the writing for them. If you're an experienced hiring manager, HR professional, or seasoned recruiter/headhunter from globally recognized, reputatable firm/company, I'd welcome your input (ideally, respond via Qwoted link or DM me) on the following 3 questions: 1. How much do cover letters still matter to the hiring process in 2025, and looking ahead to 2026?  2. What unique role will cover letters continue to play, if any, to the candidate vetting process?  3. Why should (or should not) candidates continue to invest time into writing a solid cover letter? I'd also very much welcome any data (especially global, not solely US-based) on the importance of cover letters (e.g., percentage of hiring managers who prefer them, how they can favor candidates, how not including a cover letter can hurt you as a candidate, etc). Please, no comments from independent career coaches or those not actively and currently involved in hiring. I'm trying to get input on this by end-of-day Nov 5. Thanks so much! Qwoted request: https://lnkd.in/ei_6G-HK #journorequest #journorequests #coverletters #hiring

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Case Studies-Professionals Succeeding Without Degree Needed

THE SPOTLIGHT SERIES HAS GONE CRAZY. I’ve been posting daily stories of people winning without a degree, and the internet can’t look away 🫣 The numbers aren’t hype. They’re proof 👀 216,828 impressions in 7 days 2,181 engagements in 7 days 288 comments in 7 days It’s mad. And here’s some of my favorite moments from the last week: 💣 Al Barratt, Grenade liked and commented 📲Caspar Lee, Influencer liked 🎙️Global Academy reposted + liked 🌏 Global showed love 🧢 Ben Gallagher jumped in the comments For anyone who doesn’t know, I’m running daily series on the Zeroo Degrees company page sharing elite, accurate stories of people who built real careers without a degree. I’m loving it. You guys are loving it. It’s the dream! HOWEVER What I need from you: Comment or DM names to feature 👀 Friends, founders, athletes, creators, anyone who is impressive and degreeless! Tune in daily. Bring a name. Let’s change who gets seen. Zeroo Degree. Zeroo Debt. Zeroo Regret. LFG, MJ #zeroodegrees #universityalternative #entrylevel

KPL Employees or Ex-Employees Needed for Private Interviews

I'm looking to speak with employees or ex-employees of KPL. Please message me privately.

Recent Grads - Entry-Level Job Market Interviews - Central Indiana - IBJ Media

Are you a recent graduate who is currently looking for a job, or someone who recently landed a job? I'm working on a story for IBJ Media about the job market for entry-level positions in central Indiana. If you have had this experience and are willing to be interviewed for this story, please let me know! I can be reached here or at [email redacted].

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nytimes.com

Young Unemployed Individuals for BBC Wage Growth Report

BBC article: Wage growth slows slightly over summer Are you a young person who has struggled to find employment? Get in touch

bbc.co.uk

Creative Recruitment Case Studies - Small Business - The Globe and Mail

🔈 SOURCE CALLOUT 🔈 I'm working on a story for The Globe and Mail about companies (must have less than 400 employees) pursuing recruitment tactics that are highly creative and unique for their industries. Please feel free to tag any companies, founders, or HR leaders that are getting creative with finding the best talent to grow their business (or send me a DM).

theglobeandmail.com

Job Seekers for KGUN 9 Job Market Story

Looking for People on the Job Search Hey everyone! My name is JJ McKinney and I’m a reporter for KGUN 9. I’m currently working on a story about the job market and how it has been affecting people on the search. I am looking for anyone on the job search who is willing to share their story about looking for a job. If you know anyone please DM me!

kgun9.com

Black or Hispanic Career Expert on Tech Industry Transitions

Looking to speak to a Black or Hispanic career expert about how to transition into tech from another industry #journorequest

Unique Career Professionals & Sponsors for Careers Advice Podcast

Do you have a job others would aspire to have? Or do you do something that many people have never heard of? I'm creating a podcast to increase access to careers advice. You'll hear directly from the people who do the jobs that you would love to have. I'm a journalist, and I'll be interviewing people from all walks of life with different careers. Whether you are still in school, a parent, a teacher, someone looking to change career or just a curious cat, come join me on this podcasting journey into the career advice you never got. Comment below if you... a) think you (and your job) should be featured. b) would like to hear an interview with someone who has a specific career. c) know someone I should definitely feature. d) know anyone who would be interested in sponsoring this idea 💡 by advertising their services in the podcast. e) would be interested in supplementary material or events for schools based on this concept. Have a fab weekend, guys! #careersadvice #knowledgeispower #podcast #letstalk #careeradvice #journorequest #cooljobs #iwishiknew #journalist #medoarequest

UK Professionals Sharing Human Skills Career Success Stories

📢 UK media request: Have you recently landed a job or progressed your career thanks to your human skills like relationship building, communication, or strategic thinking?   💡 Have you recently switched industries where your human skills mattered more than AI or technological skills?   🎙️ If this sounds like you, and you're willing to speak to the media about your experience, please feel free to drop me a message! We'd love to hear your story. #mediarequest #prrequest #skills

Career Coach Source Needed for Career Advice Article

Looking to speak with a career coach for an upcoming piece. Please DM me/drop me an email if you're able to help. Thanks 😀 #journorequest #prrequest

Expert Sources on Burnout, Career Design, Leadership for Balanced Badass Podcast

🎙️ Guest Call: Experts Who Can Help Us Navigate the Burnout Era I'm opening the mic for on The Balanced Badass Podcast® to feature professionals who bring actionable insights around burnout survival, career design, and leadership lessons. I'm specifically looking for: ⭐ Career Experts → coaches, strategists, or HR pros who help people pivot, grow, or redefine success. ⭐ Leadership Practitioners → leaders, consultants, or trainers who build burnout-resistant teams and cultures. ⭐ Well-Being Specialists → psychologists, organizational researchers, or workplace wellness professionals with evidence-based tools. ⭐ Future of Work Thinkers → those exploring trends in leadership, work design, or culture that help us build sustainable careers. If you're someone who equips high-achieving professionals and organizations with practical, no-BS strategies, I'd love to bring your voice to my audience in 2026. Check the link below to submit your application. 👇 --- 👋 Hi, I'm Tara. I post about burnout survival, career tips, and leadership lessons. I help leaders and workplaces survive the Burnout Era. 🔔 Follow Tara Kermiet M.Ed. ✦ Corporate Burnout Strategist #Burnout #BurnoutPrevention #BurnoutRecovery #Stress #WorkLifeBalance #Leadership #CareerAdvice #CorporateLife #JobTok #WorkTok #CareerTok #HumanResources

Job Seekers Over 60 for Employment Experience Feature

#journorequest I am looking for those over the age of 60 who are currently in the job market, looking for a part-time or full-time gig. What are your current thoughts on your search.

Career Coach on Being Managed Out for Women's Magazine - ASAP

Another #journorequest looking for career coaches to talk to be about being “managed out” at work. For a women’s magazine. ASAP! Email [email redacted] if you can help

Men 45+ Career Changers to Tech or Trades for The Sun Feature

Looking to speak to a man who has switched careers from 45 onwards to one of the following jobs for a piece in The Sun: software developer, project manager, electrician, data analyst, plumber, HGV driver, recruitment agent. Will need to be pictured! #journorequest

Recruitment-HR Expert on Soft Skills for National Press Release

I'm looking to speak to a recruitment/HR expert about the importance of transferable and soft skills in today's job market for a national press release. Please get in touch if this is you! #journorequest #recruitmentexpert #HR

Senior Franchise Marketing Professional for Article

For an article: Do I know anyone who works in franchise marketing? Ideally you work in a senior marketing role within a company that franchises! DMs are open

OT Security Expert for Critical Infrastructure Interview

Are you an expert working in the OT security space? We have an interview opportunity that just became available. If your background is not in sales, marketing, or product, and we haven’t had the pleasure of featuring you before, we’d love to hear from you. #cybersecurity #JournoRequest #OTSecurity #ExpertInterview #CriticalInfrastructure

Career Advisor Source for Career Test Article – Anything Goes Lifestyle

Career Advisor/Recruitment Agency Wanted: Article on career tests – where to conduct a career test, how to develop the skills you need to make a change, and make the transition. Contact for details: [email redacted]. Deadline: 01/08. #JournoRequest #PRRequest

Careers Advisor Source - Creative Graduate Skills Comment

#PRRequest🚨 Seeking a #CareersAdvisor to comment on the skills graduates need to secure creative roles.🧑‍🎓 Either DM or email me at [email redacted] if you can help!! #JournoRequest

Employer Source on Multigenerational Benefits Strategies

Looking for an employer to talk about how they cater for the reward and benefits needs of a multigenerational workforce #journorequest #employeebenefits #goodemployer #multigenerational

Career Switch Case Studies & Hiring Insights for Inc.

Looking to talk to folks who managed to switch careers due to transferable skills AND folks who've hired people because they saw the value of hiring someone from another career. For Inc. email [email redacted]

Career Expert Advice for New Entrants to Job Market

#journorequest I am looking for a career expert who can discuss the career advice they are giving their kids right now. (Ideally) A career expert who has kids entering the job market for the first time. What are you telling them?!

Careers Expert Comment for Mirror Online

Looking to speak to a careers expert for a comment for Mirror Online! [email redacted] #journoreq #journorequest

Career Coaches & HR Experts for B2B Blog on Multi-Job Applying

Looking for career coaches, recruiters, or HR experts to comment for a careers/work trends piece: what are the best practices for applying to multiple jobs at the same company at the same time, and how acceptable is it to multi-apply? #JournoRequest for a b2b blog, email in bio

Careers Expert - Workplace Drama

Hi, looking for a careers expert to discuss workplace drama #journorequest

HR Experts

Another shoutout - sorry & thanks - I'm on the hunt for #career #HR #workplace experts as well as #psychologists. Email is best: [email redacted] #journorequest

Careers expert

Hi, I am looking for a short and sweet comment from a careers expert, please #journorequest

Career experts for @yahoolife

Good morning! I’m hoping to speak to career experts within the next hour for a timely feature for @yahoolife. Please email me asap if you can help. #journorequest