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When applying to jobs, is it better to use no cover letter over a default cover letter?

As for a default cover letter, I just mean a pretty basic one used multiple times, and just changing the company/position name each time, or would it be better not to use one at all if your not taking the time to research the company?

Public Comments

1. Better to use a default - how will they even know what you're applying for? Some Co's will toss a resume w/o a cover letter. But, custom tailored is best, if you are serious about being employed, why not do the work? gethiredstayhired.com
2. Always include a cover letter. I have 4 different defaults I use, so they don't look same-old, same-old.