Cover lettersOct 6, 2025·5 min read
How to write a cover letter that isn't generic
The whole game is specificity. Name their problem, connect your proof, and skip the template opener.
Do ten minutes of homework
Read the company's product, a recent announcement, or the team's work. One concrete reference proves you're applying to them, not to a hundred openings.
Connect one story
Pick a single relevant win from your resume and tell it in a sentence or two — the piece of proof most aligned with what this role needs.
Cut the clichés
Drop 'I am writing to express my interest' and 'I am a hardworking team player'. Open with something only you could say.
Keep it short
Three tight paragraphs beats a full page. Hook, proof, and why-them — then stop.