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The point of adding a cover letter is to stand out. If you don't, you're far more likely to end up ignored in the avalanche of resumes, especially considering how poor of a signal most resumes are.

I'd rather have a chance to actually get the job, if it's one I'd find interesting, and writing a cover letter is easy. But you're free to be ignored if it makes you feel better.



I see your point, but it depends on the circumstances. I actually have a job, and get contacted by recruiters several times a week, so I can be picky.




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