New Appointment

Letter #1: The executive committee has asked me to advise you that you are their choice for Director of Public Relations. We have considered several outstanding candidates and find your qualifications best suited to Sony Corporation. The committee considered your loyalty to the company, the years of excellent service you have given, and your enthusiasm and kind manner. We believe you represent...

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Winning Election

Letter #1: I have followed your career for years and was excited to read about your recent political victory. You have always impressed me with your clear vision and ability to get the job done against the most formidable opposition. I hope you will continue to work for increased funding for our public schools. In fact, if you need help in this area, I will gladly lend my time and energies. I...

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Followup Conversation

Letter #1: Dear (name), Thanks for taking the time to meet with me last (day). I think you will agree that we had a very productive meeting. During our meeting, we spoke about your company’s need for twice-weekly deliveries. We also spoke about my company’s ability to provide these deliveries with a two-hour advance notice. The following points summarize our discussion: *(list points...

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Congratulate Promotion

Letter #1: I have always known you were cream–and cream rises to the top. You have done a great job and deserve the promotion. Many of us are aware of the extra hours you have spent keeping the warehouse in order, and the way you helped others when their workloads became too heavy. You are a natural for the supervisor position. The workers in your division are very fortunate to have you...

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Job Search Letter

Letter #1: I am interested in a position as a technical writer and editor for Fry’s Electronics. I hope my enclosed resume will be of interest to you. I graduated from Monash University in 1995 with a major in English and a minor in Electrical Engineering, an admittedly unlikely combination. Still, it has served me well. I have been able to bridge the communications gap between the...

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