Quick answer: do not open with broad excitement. Open with the role, the company problem, and one reason your evidence matters for that problem.
Avoid the default opening
Generic openings sound safe, but they waste the most visible sentence. Replace broad excitement with a job-specific observation.
Use a three-part opening
Name the role, name the employer need, and name one proof point. This gives AI a structure that stays grounded.
Ask AI for options, then choose
Generate three openings with different angles: business impact, customer problem, or technical fit. Pick the one you can prove most honestly.
Prompt
Based on this job description and my proof notes, write five opening lines. Each must name the role, connect to one employer need, and include one concrete proof point. Avoid generic enthusiasm.