How to Write a Cover Letter That Actually Gets Read | Indeed

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Before you submit your next application, if you want to get noticed, you have to know how to write a cover letter that’s customized to the role and company first. Use this step-by-step checklist to avoid generic templates and help you secure your next big interview. 0:00 - Introduction: Do you still need a cover letter? 0:36 - The simple formula for how to write a cover letter 1:10 - How to write an opening paragraph for your cover letter 1:22 - What to include in the middle of your cover letter 1:36 - How to close your cover letter with confidence 1:48 - The ultimate cover letter checklist before you apply 2:38 - Common cover letter mistakes to avoid 3:00 - Should you use AI to write your cover letter? 3:19 - When are cover letters most crucial for your job search? Follow Indeed! https://www.facebook.com/Indeed https://www.instagram.com/indeedworks/ https://www.linkedin.com/company/indeed-com/ https://www.tiktok.com/@indeed https://youtu.be/U2Lfe5SLPSc More people find jobs on Indeed than anywhere else. Indeed is the #1 job site in the world** with 635M job seeker profiles.*** Indeed allows job seekers to search millions of jobs, post resumes, research companies and more in over 60+ countries and 28 languages. 3.3M+ companies use Indeed to find and hire new employees. For more information, visit https://www.indeed.com. On our YouTube channel, you’ll find tips and personal stories to help you take the next step in your job search. The information in this video is provided as a courtesy. Indeed is not a legal advisor and does not guarantee job interviews or offers. Download the Indeed mobile app: https://go.indeed.com/8EPR6X Create a free Indeed account: https://go.indeed.com/7NA37Z Find your next job: https://go.indeed.com/findjobs Get more tips: https://go.indeed.com/RFW437 **ComScore, Total Visits, March 2025 ***Indeed data (worldwide), job seeker accounts that have a unique, verified email address #Indeed #CoverLetter #CoverLetterTips