writing - application Flashcards

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How do you address a letter of application?

A
Miss - unmaried (female)
Mrs - married (female)
Ms - neutral (female)
Mr - (male)
Dear Sir or Madam, (neutral)
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How to begin a letter of application?

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I am writing to apply for the “job title” advertised in the “source of information”.

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How to give your contact details?

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If you have any further questions or require any additional documentation, please contact me anytime via email at “email-address” or my cell phone, “mobile number”.

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What is the structure of a letter of application?

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First Paragraph: Why you are writing - mention the job you are applying for and where you found the listing.

Middle Paragraph(s): mention why your skills and experience are a good fit for the job (in present)

Last Paragraph: Say thank you to the hiring manager for considering you and note how you will follow up.

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How to thank for considering the letter of application?

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Thank you for your time and consideration. I look forward to speaking with you about this employment opportunity.

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How to end the letter?

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Yours faithfully - name unknown

Yours sincerely - if we use the name

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