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A letter of inquiry describes your strengths and explains your job goal. Sending these letters (sometimes called "broadcast" or "marketing" letters) to the companies or employers you have targeted can help uncover unlisted employment opportunities. Elements of a successful letter of inquiry should comprise: A first sentence telling the reader why you are writing. In the body of the letter, market your accomplishments. You might describe a problem relevant to the industry. State how you handled it and what results you achieved. Use some of the statements from Part One to describe your skills. Close the letter with a positive statement and request a face-to-face meeting.
Dear Dr. Shockley In May of 2012, I will receive a Masters degree at University Nebraska Omaha with a major in residential and commercial design and an endorsement in English. Also will be certified to teach English at the high school level and will be able to communicate with clients well. Strong work habits, designing efficiency, and rendering are among a few of the many designing skills I have developed during my college career. Of the many different residential and commercial projects I have worked on, one includes a multimillion dollar sports complex that was used for many sporting events and has a high reputation in the NCAA. I was also involved with designing Eagle Run houses for a new neighborhood that is currently being developed, many clients that bought this Eagle Run blue prints stated the plans were very clean, efficient, and very open. Enclosed is my resume for your consideration. If, after reviewing it, you would like more information my transcript is on file at the Education Placement Office at University Nebraska Omaha and would be happy to provide you with it. A personal interview can be arranged at your convenience. Thank you very much for your time and consideration. I look forward to hearing from you. Sincerely
Dear Mr. Tuschman In May of 2012, I will receive a Bachelors Degree in Professional Culinary Arts at Robert Morris University with a major in business management and a minor in Italian, along with graduating with honors. During an internship at Marea, a James Beard award restaurant recipient, I gained many essential skills such as customer service, new design elements, and new cooking techniques. During my time at Robert Morris, I engaged in many culinary based service projects such as preparing a meal for many soup kitchens in Chicago and doing a benefit dinner for Th e American Cancer Association. Being placed as a teachers assistant during my junior year helped me develop many vital skills. This experience allowed me to conduct beginning culinary courses and prepare lessons plans. Enclosed is my resume for your consideration. If, after reviewing it, you would like more information my transcript is on file at the Education Placement Office at Robert Morris University, and they would be happy to provide you with it. A personal interview can be arranged at your convenience. Thank you very much for your time and consideration, and I look forward to hearing from you. Sincerely
Make the addressee Middle Paragraph(s): Explain why you are interested in want to read your working for this employer and specify your reasons for resume. Be personable desiring this type of work. If you have had relevant work & be enthusiastic. experience or related education, be sure to point it out, but do not reiterate your entire resume. Emphasize skills
or abilities you have that relate to the job for which you are applying. Be sure to do this in a confident manner and remember that the reader will view your letter of application as an example of your writing skills.
Top and bottom margins should be equal. Utilize white space. Closing Paragraph: You may refer the reader to your enclosed resume (which gives a summary of your qualifications) or whatever media you are using to illustrate your training, interests, and experience. Have an appropriate closing to pave the way for the interview by indicating the action or steps you will take to initiate an interview date. Sincerely, Sign your letter. (QS) Your name typed Enclosure (type this word to indicate there is something else sent along with the letter)
8. Make it easy on the eyes. When you've finished writing your letter, print it up and take a "big picture" look at it. Is it visually appealing? Is there plenty of white space (using bullets increases the white space)? Does it look un-crowded? Or is it filled with complicated sentences and jammed to the margins? Does it look like a letter you would want to read? 9. Close with an invitation for the reader to act. Why are you writing this cover letter? Answer: To get an interview. So tell the reader you would like to talk or meet and include these words: "Please give me a call at such-and-such a phone number." Don't say "I'll give you a call in a few days to follow up and see if you're interested in meeting". That statement encourages the reader who might be ready to pick up the phone to put the letter aside and wait for your call. You've lost the interest and momentum you worked so hard to achieve. 10. Follow up with a phone callor a second letterwithin a week. People get busy. They intend to call but get sidetracked by other priorities. Don't assume that someone isn't interested just because s/he doesn't call you after your first letter. So give the person a call if possible; if you can't reach him or her, write a second cover letter reminding the reader of your first letter but adding some new quantified accomplishments. Again, ask the person to call you and give your phone number.
Sample Cover Letter Dear Mrs. Wiggins I recently read on the Blueye Corporation website about your current job opening for a graphic designer. Blueye Corporations unprecedented work interests me greatly. From what I have learned about your companys work in website design and advertising, I feel confident that I can bring a great deal to the position advertised. As my enclosed resume states, this May I will receive a Bachelor of Arts degree from the University of Missouri-Columbia with a major in Graphic Design. I am very interested and involved in graphic and website design. Skills I have acquired and use are strong interpersonal skills, an in-depth knowledge of electronic media packages, and the ability to convey information through visual solutions. During my internship at Time magazine, I helped design the layout for the Person of the Year 2008 cover. In addition to the experience that I would bring to your corporation, I am a natural leader. As a graphic designer coordinator, I oversaw a 10-person team that designed the official website for Harvard University. Our team completed the website by using valuable skills- for example, identifying the needs of the client and considering the target market. My skills and experience make me an excellent match for this position. I would welcome the opportunity to arrange a personal interview at your convenience. Thank you very much for your time and consideration. I can be reached at (641) 723-9411. I look forward to hearing from you. Sincerely
John Benton Dear Mr. Schrute I recently read in the St. Joseph Newspress Classifieds that the Pennsylvania Medical Center is seeking to hire a highly trained Speech-Language Pathologist. Recently, I graduated from the University of Missouri-Columbia, and I earned my masters in Speech-Language Pathology. After my graduation, I passed my national exam with an exceptionally high score. By completing four hundred hours of supervised clinical experience at Childrens Mercy Hospital in Kansas City, MO, I gained an insight on a daily schedule of a Speech-Language Pathologist. During those four hundred hours, I utilized my analytical skills daily. By doing this, those skills have dramatically increased. My ability to show compassion, my strong work ethic, and my capability to learn quickly are frequently complimented by my supervisor. My skills and experience make me an excellent match for this position and I would be a great addition to your company. Feel free to contact me at (660) 235-0990 to set up a personal interview. Thank you for your time and consideration, and I look forward to hearing from you. Sincerely
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Dear Mr. Schrute The tour and interview I received on Monday at the Pennsylvania Medical Center was greatly appreciated. I really enjoyed the environment of the hospital. The employees were extremely friendly, and I appreciated the importance of hard work and discipline. In conclusion, I would like to thank once again for your time. A man of your importance obviously has a busy schedule. Thank you for taking time to conduct a tour and interview. Hopefully, I will be hearing from you soon. The number where I can be reached is (660) 235-0099. Sincerely
ACCEPTANCE LETTER
7 tips for writing a professional acceptance letter in response to a job offer 1. Begin your acceptance letter by thanking whoever sent you the job offer, and then make it clear that you have decided to accept it. 2. Use your acceptance letter to restate the basic terms of employment as you understand them, including hours per week, salary, and benefits. 3. Restate what instructions you were given regarding such details as your starting date, work hours, appropriate dress, and where you should park. 4. Request clarification in your acceptance letter of any terms of employment that were vague in the interview or that concerned you afterwards. 5. Express how much you look forward to filling this new position and mention one or two aspects of the job you will especially enjoy. 6. Type your acceptance letter in block or semi-block format, using three or four paragraphs, one page in length, and sign it by hand. 7. Make sure your acceptance letter is professional-looking; check it carefully for grammatical mistakes, typographical errors, and misspelled words.
Dear Dr. Shockley I would like to express my appreciation for your letter offering me the position of architect in your Design Department at a starting salary of $60,000 per year. I was very impressed with the personnel and facilities at KPS Architecture and am writing to confirm my acceptance of your offer. As requested, I am able to start work on June 1, 2012. Let me once again thank you for your offer of joining your engineering staff. I look forward to my association with KPS Architecture and feel my contributions will be in line with your goals of growth and continued success for the company. Sincerely
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DECLINING AN OFFER
With unemployment reaching record highs, many job seekers feel lucky to receive any job offer. But whether the compensation is too low, the location is inconvenient or the job isn't the right fit, sometimes you just need to say, "No thanks." In a stress-filled job search, it's tempting to verbally turn down an offer and skip writing a letter, but it's more professional to write a formal letter to decline the offer. Keep these four tips in mind as you write your letter: Be Prompt. As soon as you've made your decision, call the hiring manager and write your letter declining the offer. The company will need to offer the position to someone else, and you don't want to hold up the process. Be Courteous. Your letter should be professional and courteous. You may be turning down this position, but you might want to be considered for future opportunities. Savvy job seekers use every possible chance to network, so thank each person with whom you interviewed and wish them and their company continued success. Be Diplomatic. If you've received another, more generous offer, avoid mentioning the details of the position you're accepting. Let the hiring manager know that you were impressed by the company and carefully considered the offer, but you are accepting a position that better suits your career objectives. First Paragraph: Thank the interviewer for giving you the opportunity to interview for the position. Mention that you were very pleased to be offered the position. State your reason for not being able to accept the position (you have accepted another position, etc.) Second Paragraph: Thank the person again for the offer.
Janet Massi
Dr. William Shockley 11300 Lower Azusa Road El Monte, CA 91732-4725 Dear Dr. Shockley Thank you for offering me the position as Designer at KPS Architecture. Sadly, I must decline your offer. While I was very interested in the opportunity and working with your team, the position I accepted is better matched to my career goals. Thanks again for taking the time to meet with me and for the generous employment offer. I am impressed by your company's facility, mission and commitment to quality and service, and wish you and your colleagues much continued success. I hope that we meet again in the future. Best wishes
RESIGNATION LETTER
Your resignation letter should contain three components:
- The effective date of your resignation. - An explanation for your resignation. - A brief mention of the positive aspects of working for your current employer.
Dont resign the wrong way. Here are 8 tips for writing a perfect resignation letter:
1. Your resignation letter will be the final document in your personnel file. This means it will be the first document seen when a future employer calls for a reference or if you reapply at your company.
2. You will probably network with employees for future jobs. 3. Write your resignation letter to maintain a good relationship with your employer and associates. 4. Customize the letter for the particular situation. 5. Show enthusiasm and appreciation for the job you've held. 6. Emphasize what you have contributed to the company or organization. 7. Highlight the skills that you've used. 8. Fix ALL spelling errors and typos.
Jane Evans, Director Blueye Corporation 2122 Forman Street Chicago, IL 60601 Dear Ms. Evans I have decided to tender my resignation. My last day will be April 16, 2012. I made this decision, not because Im unhappy with the opportunities Blueye Corporation has presented, but as a strategic career move. Its been a great pleasure working with you and representing the company. I wish you and Blueye Corporation continued success. Please feel free to call me at 783-2404 if I can help ensure a smooth transition. Sincerely