Bob Killian is somewhat of an advertising legend in Chicago. He is one of those really, really smart people who also happens to be really, really funny. Which is why it is always a day brightener when his
newsletter appears in my email box. Sure, I like reading up about what's new with his agency and applauding his successes, but truth be told, the reason everyone signs up for the
Killian Agency newsletter is the Cover Letters from He-- section. (And the
Cover Letters From He-- Hall of Shame is definitely not to be missed.) As the head of an agency, Bob gets hundreds of letters from applicant hopefuls. He takes the best examples of the worst writing, adds his own commentary, and shares them for our edification and amusement. Well, mostly for our amusement.
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