Student Visa
Letter #1: I am interested in undertaking graduate studies in Egyptian History to earn an M.A. degree from Victoria University. I received my B.A. degree from Swimburn University in Hawthorne sixteen years ago with a dual major in History and English, and have subsequently taught both English and History at Bourke High School, also in Swimburn, AU. I would greatly appreciate your sending me...
Read MoreRetirement
Letter 1 Dear [[Recipient]]: Congratulations on your retirement! I recall when you started work for Grollo Construction, over 40 years ago. I even remember your first day: you complained about your sore arms from pushing a heavy wheelbarrow all day. Must seem like ancient history to the immediate past president. Letter 2 Dear [[Recipient]]: I learned yesterday from CJ Gibson of Semiconductor...
Read MorePromotion
Letter 1 Dear [[Recipient]]: Congratulations on your promotion to Manager of the Converting operations. I know you worked hard for that promotion and no one is more deserving of the position you have attained. We are all proud of you. Letter 2 Dear [[Recipient]]: The good news of your appointment as president of Starbucks Company came to me today from our friend Hristo Stoichkov. Hearty...
Read MoreRejecting Applicants
[Because this is a “bad news” letter, couch the decision in the middle. Courtesy and goodwill suggest that this is a letter that should be written, even if it seems to be an annoying obligation.] Letter 1 Dear [[Recipient]]: I thank you for recommending that Ms. Rachel Hunter see me about our computer opening. Your interest in our company is appreciated. At the present time, in...
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