Stop Starting Your Cover Letters Like This | #Indeed @Indeed
Stop Starting Your Cover Letters Like This | #Indeed  @Indeed
Uploaded January 2026 | Updated September 2026, 2 weeks ago
Using "To whom it may concern" in your cover letter can actually come across as uninformed or outdated. This quick tip explains why you should avoid that generic greeting and offers a simple, professional alternative to use instead.

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