There's so much to love about the letter writing site that we've been exploring (http://www.letterwritingguide.com/). Let's continue this week with a few types of letters that can help you (or someone you know) in the employment arena.
Have you ever heard of a "letter of interest" when it comes to seeking out a particular job? This can serve as your first opportunity to make yourself stand out in a good way!
Check out this site: http://www.letterwritingguide.com/interest.htm. Be sure to carefully read through the information there, including the 5 tips they give you. Then use the link at the bottom to see a sample letter of interest.
After looking over both items, come back to this blog & tell me what you felt was the most important thing that you learned about a letter of interest.
13 comments:
"To whom it may concern" being considered rude or lazy was found very interesting to me. I've used that a few times and will take that into consideration the next time I write a cover letter. Also, I was never aware you should indicate a precise time when you will contact the employee by phone to follow up. I found these tips very useful and will use them in the near future.
Melissa Lobsinger
I didn't know that you could send a Letter of Interest. I thought that a resume would be enough. I find the Letter of Interest to be a great idea because the applicant stands out from the others. Also, I learned that instead of using to "Whom it may concern", it's more professional to put the name of the person you're sending the letter.
Rosa M. Fernandez
Sandra H.
The most important thing I learned was "to whom it may concern" is considered outdated, lazy and rude. I'm sure I'm in shock because I still use it. I know that it's outdated. Now that I've read this information I also understand why it's considered lazy and rude. I don't think I'll be using that salutation again.
I think that a letter of interest could possibly be of assistance in landing the job you're trying to get. I find it very important to list your qualifications and strengths, to let your potential employer know what your capible of doing.I was also suprised to hear that "To whom it may concern" is outdated and considered rude.
I will use this information in the near future when I start the job search process.
Lia Muth
The most interestingand important thing I learned about the letter of interest was that, using "To Whom It May Concern" and Dear Sir or Madam was outdated. Also that such a letter is professionally written.
I have written letters of interest(covering letters) before, to go with my resume.
Karla Banton
When I read the example of the letter, I can see that it is, your first chance to make a good impression on a prospective employer, It get better when you address the letter to the name of the individual who does the hiring, this new rule is important teach you, not to use anymore "Whom It may concern".
September 10, 2009
Roxana Alvarez
While I have heard about letters of interest I have never done one or seen one. The tip that stood out to me the most was to thoroughly research the company and get a lot of facts on them before writing the letter.
-Judith B
I don't know about how to write a letter of interest, I think the resumes are good enough. But after I read the sample letter, I understand that this kind of letter is very important to introduce yourself to a job you are looking for , it help you to build up a good image becaues this letter is written by you.
" To whom it may concern " seems outday, but I still use it, may be I need changed it, I don't like others think I am lazy.
Suetto Chan
I never in the past considered writing a letter of interest. After reading the sample letter and reviewing the writing guide, I feel that sending a letter of interest would be a smart move instead saying to someone "are you hiring" it would make more since to send the letter. What I find to be an important point is sharing your qualities in a letter would be more catching then sending a formal resume first.
Rhonda Sims
The "letter of interest" is good presentation because you can explain the interest for the company and the position you want to work. A important point is how to write this letter and what words you don't have to use .For example "to whom it may concern" an Dear or madam are considered lazy or rude. I will use this in the future.
Sandra D.
I never knew that such letter existed.I guess it is one more tool you have at your disposition in your job search.But I am persuaded that if a company wants to hire you , you will not need to do all that.What I didn't know is that the old phrase"to whom it may concern" was a rude approach. We have been using it for so long.This proves how much the business world has changed.
Mianta
After researching the company and making yourself familiar with it's products and services, I feel that it is important to confirm the name of the hiring person to whom you will address a letter of enquiry. Expressing thanks for taking the time to read the letter of inquiry is also good to take into consideration.
Deidra. W
The most important tip that I found about a letter of interest is, be sure to find out the name of the individual who does the hiring. Address your letter to his/her attention and use his/her name in salutation. "To whom it may concern" and "Dear sir or madam are both outdated and considered to be lazy or even rude.
Leonie Florestal
Post a Comment