Uploaded November 2025 | Updated September 2026, 2 weeks ago
We debunk the internet's hottest takes on how to write a cover letter. Learn the truth about cover letter customization, ATS keywords, and whether they are really needed or not.
0:00 - Intro
0:21 - “Cover letters don't make a difference”
1:35 - “Customizing cover letters is a waste of time”
2:32 - “Cover letters should be ATS (applicant tracking system) friendly”
3:29 - “Paragraphs are out, bullet points are in”
4:20 - Lighting round!
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More people get jobs on Indeed than anywhere else. As the world’s #1 job site (Comscore, Total Visits, March 2026), Indeed is a global hiring platform connecting over 685 million Job Seeker Profiles with 3.5 million employers across more than 60 countries. Indeed uses AI and real-time data to match people with relevant opportunities and help employers hire faster.
With platforms including Glassdoor and Indeed Flex, Indeed is reshaping how people discover jobs, research companies, and access flexible work. Indeed is a subsidiary of Recruit Holdings, a global leader in HR technology and business solutions dedicated to simplifying hiring and transforming the world of work.
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.
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**ComScore, Total Visits, March 2025
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#Indeed #CoverLetter #HowToWriteACoverLetter
We debunk the internet's hottest takes on how to write a cover letter. Learn the truth about cover letter customization, ATS keywords, and whether they are really needed or not.
0:00 - Intro
0:21 - “Cover letters don't make a difference”
1:35 - “Customizing cover letters is a waste of time”
2:32 - “Cover letters should be ATS (applicant tracking system) friendly”
3:29 - “Paragraphs are out, bullet points are in”
4:20 - Lighting round!
Want to see more of Fact or Flawed? Check out our playlist here!: youtube.com/playlist?list=PL6qIzGkkiXFGXEcHb9iu2nXLj1aPiz4oH
Follow Indeed!
facebook.com/Indeed
twitter.com/indeed
instagram.com/indeedworks
linkedin.com/company/indeed-com
tiktok.com/@indeed
youtu.be/s0p8Yo4no90
More people get jobs on Indeed than anywhere else. As the world’s #1 job site (Comscore, Total Visits, March 2026), Indeed is a global hiring platform connecting over 685 million Job Seeker Profiles with 3.5 million employers across more than 60 countries. Indeed uses AI and real-time data to match people with relevant opportunities and help employers hire faster.
With platforms including Glassdoor and Indeed Flex, Indeed is reshaping how people discover jobs, research companies, and access flexible work. Indeed is a subsidiary of Recruit Holdings, a global leader in HR technology and business solutions dedicated to simplifying hiring and transforming the world of work.
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: go.indeed.com/8EPR6X
Create a free Indeed account: go.indeed.com/7NA37Z
Find your next job: go.indeed.com/findjobs
Get more tips: go.indeed.com/RFW437
**ComScore, Total Visits, March 2025
***Indeed data (worldwide), job seeker accounts that have a unique, verified email address
#Indeed #CoverLetter #HowToWriteACoverLetter
