5 Do's and Don'ts to follow for How to write the perfect cover letter

Posted by Gold Coast Professional Resume Writers on 17 Feb 2026

If you’re applying for a job, having a professional resume and cover letter are essential. However, just having great content isn’t enough. The format of your cover letter is as important as your content. A badly formatted cover letter will leave a negative impression on the hiring manager however a well-formatted cover letter can make you stand out from your other applicants. In this post, we’ll look at the best practices and pitfalls of formatting your cover letter and then discuss why it could be beneficial to let an expert such as Gold Coast Professional Resume Writers handle the formatting for you.

Let’s start by discussing the essentials of cover letter formatting.

  1. Use a professional font. Times New Roman, Arial, as well as Calibri are all great choices. Avoid using too extravagant or hard-to-read fonts.
  2. Do use a consistent layout. Make use of the same font, size, and layout in the letter of cover.
  3. Do include proper spacing. Choose single line or 1.15 line spacing, and leave sufficient white space in between the paragraphs to make the letter easy to read.
  4. Include your contact information in the upper right-hand corner of the email. This includes your address, name as well as your phone number and email address.
  5. Personalize the letter. Make use of the name of the hiring manager If possible, and then tailor the letter to the particular job and company the job you’re interested in.

Now, let’s talk about the essentials of cover letter layout.

  1. Don’t make use of a template. Every cover letter needs to be unique and customized to the job you’re applying for and the company you’re applying to.
  2. Limit the letter to one page. Keep your letter short and straight to the point.
  3. Avoid using fancy layouts. Use a simple, professional layout.
  4. Don’t neglect to proofread. Double-check grammar and spelling mistakes prior to sending the letter.
  5. Don’t forget to sign the note.

While it’s important to pay attention to the structure for your letter of cover, it can be tedious and stressful to complete it yourself. That’s why professional resume writing services like Gold Coast Professional Resume Writers comes in. Our team of experts know how to format a cover letter that will allow you to stand out your competition. We’ll take care of the formatting so that you can concentrate on the content the letter.

In addition, our team can help you tailor your cover letter to match the job{ and company|| and the company| or company} you’re applying to. In addition, we’ll review for spelling and grammar errors and make sure that your letter is concise as well as easy for readers to comprehend.

In conclusion, a well-formatted cover letter could make all the difference in your job search. If you follow the do’s and guidelines for formatting your cover letters or perhaps hiring a professional like Gold Coast Professional Resume Writers to handle the formatting on your behalf, you’ll be on your way to creating a cover letter that can help you stand out among the crowd. Do not hesitate to contact us on 1300 093 809 or use the contact form to contact us if you have any questions.

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