2. A good business letter is brief,
straightforward, and polite. If
possible, it should be limited to one
single-spaced typewritten page.
Because it is so brief, a business
letter is often judged on small, but
important, things: format, grammar,
punctuation, openings and closings.
A business letter is not the place to
try out fancy fonts or experimental
writing styles.
3. Two Main Styles
Full Block Style: Align all elements on the
left margin.
Modified Block Style: Down the middle of
the page, align the return address, date,
closing, signature, and typed name; align
other elements on the left page margin.
5. Types of Business Letters
A cover letter is a vital
document written by a job
applicant to provide additional
details and information about
their experience or skill set. A
cover letter is not a replacement
for a resume.
1.) Cover Letters
6. What's the difference between a
Resume and a Cover letter?
A resume offers a glimpse into the
professional and academic experience of
a potential employee. The cover letter,
on the other hand, acts as an
introduction written by the candidate
to express their interest in the
position and what makes them the best
fit for the job.
7. Types of Business Letters
2. Business Letter
These letters are a formal way to
reach out to a company or an
individual and invite them to
attend an event hosted by your
company.
8. the purpose of any business travel
invitation should be to officially
invite an individual or
organization to a particular event
or business-related activity.
Additionally, it is used to
motivate a person to conduct
business travel for the same
activity.
9. Types of Business Letters
3.) Complaint Letter-
This letter is a way to formally
express your disappointment
formally. You can report a bad
experience, poor customer service,
or let a company know that their
products didn’t meet your
expectations.
10. Types of Business Letters
4.) Letter of Resignation-
A document that notifies your
employer that you’re leaving your
job. Whether you work at a coffee
shop or a big-shot company, it’s
proper protocol to submit a letter
of resignation before you leave.
11. The goal of a letter of
resignation is to create an
official record of notice, provide
details about the employee's last
day, outline any next steps, and
maintain a positive relationship
with the employer.
12. Types of Business Letters
5.) Order Letters-
Also known as “purchase orders”,
these letters are used to order
things or buy material. They act
as a legal record, documenting the
transaction between the buyer and
seller.
13. Types of Business Letters
6.) Letter of Recommendation-
These letters intend to recommend
someone for an internship, job,
fellowship, or other such
opportunities.
14. This letter is a testament on
behalf of the writer that you
possess the necessary skills,
positive demeanor, and potential
to be successful in the role
you're seeking.