# Write a cover letter that doesn't sound generic

A specific, persuasive cover letter linking your evidence to what the employer needs.

- Topic: Career & Job Search
- Framework: RTF
- Level: Standard
- Tags: Career, Write, Fill-in Template
- Source: https://www.thinkwithprompt.com/prompts/write-a-cover-letter-that-doesn-t-sound-generic

## Prompt

```text
Write a cover letter for this job.

**Job description:** [PASTE]
**My resume or background:** [PASTE]
**Why I want this role and company (my real reasons):** [NOTES]
**Anything to address:** [career change, gap, relocation]
**Length and format:** [one page / short email version]

Structure:
1. Opening — the role, plus a specific, genuine hook (no "I am writing to apply for…").
2. Two short paragraphs, each matching a key requirement to concrete evidence from my background (results, not duties).
3. Why this company specifically — based on what I've told you.
4. A confident close with a clear next step.

Rules: under 350 words; sound like a person; never invent achievements, metrics, or details about the company — use [ADD DETAIL] where I need to fill something in.
```

## What to fill in

- PASTE
- NOTES
- career change, gap, relocation
- one page / short email version
- ADD DETAIL

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