How to write a cover letter + 6 examples [Get your CV noticed]

Write a winning cover letter to accompany your CV that will get you noticed by recruiters and ensure your applications result in job interviews.

* Resources to help you land a top job*

Your cover letter is a vital tool that introduces you to recruiters and employers, persuading them to open your CV and progress your application.

In this guide I will teach you how to write an effective cover letter in a simple step-by-step process, and I will also share six example cover letters with you.

Here is a breakdown of the video:

- What is a cover letter? And what is its purpose?

- How to format and structure your cover letter, so that it is easily readable by employers

- How to start your cover letter to create a great first impression on people

- How long should your cover letter be in order to hold the attention of recruiters and hiring managers

- What to include in your cover letter to ensure that it proves your suitability and gets you plenty of interviews

- How to end your cover letter so that recruiters will be encouraged to move you along in the job application process.

- 6 example cover letters from a range of industries and experience levels, to show you how to apply these steps in real life.
You can also check out the following blogs on the StandOut CV website

If you need help writing your CV, the following videos from the StandOut CV YouTube channel will be of help to you.

Good luck with your job search.

[chloemcpherson]

Thanks! Just got invited to my first interview.

[rodrigomaciel]

Finally a good video about CL. I've to put these in practice straight away. Thank you

[chris.bilson]

Thanks have not looked for a job for 8 years so need a refresh

[OsservatorioPsichedelico]

You are saving my life with these videos. Thank you, mate!

[chernormohamedjabbie]

My first time, hope i benefit the most from this tutorial

[goodperson]

One of my favorite channels. Thank you!

[ijohnsonthomas]

Highly useful..

Thank you StandOut team..great job..🏆

[fernandadivito]

Thank you so much a good video about CV 😊😊😊

[thokomkwebu]

Thank you so much, very helpful and on point

[patrycjazukrowska]

Very informative video. I just wish the examples were read out as some people may not see the video. Like me for example

[PhilVerryChannel]

Respectfully, this video needs updated. The graphics are old, difficult to read, dots per inch and pixel ratios off. Good content but I still think with today's changes in the world, you can do even better. You're a really great speaker!

[CassieB]

Using 'Hi hope you're well' sounds unprofessional

[EditorsPost]

Great Knowledge, Tricks & Experience 👏👏👏
Thank you so much 🙂 👍 🙏

[samuelwilks]

Hi you're well? To a normal person? Nah I'd rather address them as "To whomst'd've it may concern, I hope you are faring well and the plague of late has not struck thee dywn"

[mrgiles]

Sorry, what? "Hi" and "Hope you're well" (no period or comma) as an opening salutation on a cover letter? Isn't this a bit informal? I would certainly go with something more formal like Dear Mr. Smith and likely follow that will a full sentence.

[david-stewart]

Thank you very much for putting that together. Really helpful! 😊👍

[kaalad]

What do you think of including a phrase referring to the fact that you are open to other positions as well? Should you include that?

[maazpatel]

Thank u for the help man I appreciate it

[johnnykk]

Why I didnt watch it before? Everytime i have been asked for Cover letter, I just used to attach a seperate file and never got interviewed 😂

[marialdengmanyang]

Very interesting. I hope i will benefit from this tutorial.