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BUSINESS COMMUNICATION
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Employment Communication and Interviewing
Presented byAjay Kumar
Writing Application Letters
• Works as cover letter for your resume.• Highlights your most potential points• Do not repeat the same information Application
Letters
General Targeted Specific advertised position
Not specific
• Research on the company before preparing resume.
• Highlight specific past achievements
• Focal point is not what you have done..
• If any position advertised, learn as much as possible about the job and how it appeals to you
Application Letter
ATTENTION
INTEREST
DESIRE
ACTION
GAINING ATTENTION IN THE OPENING
• Short opening paragraph (4-5lines)• Mention the reference in opening• Opening should attract potential employer’s
attention
CONVINCING AN EMPLOYER THAT YOU FIT THE JOB
The middle portion of an application letter should convince employer that you are fit for job requirementsThis area can be filled with your accomplishments likework experienceSpecial expertise Educational accomplishmentsStrengths to meet job requirements
PROMOTING ACTION IN THE CLOSE
• Motivate the employer to take action-to read your resume and invite you to an interview
• The closing paragraph is the wrap-up. You should provide your telephone number and email address for employer to invite you to interview
Eg., : May I have interview to discuss this opportunity with you, Mr. Rahul? I believe that my education and experience match your needs and I could become valuable part of your team at Verma Agency. You can reach me at +919955443322 or e-mail me at [email protected] at your convenience.
PREPARING AN APPLICATION LETTER
The application letters you use in your job campaign should meet the same neatness, accuracy, clarity and standards as resumes. Application letter should not be more than 1 ½ pages. use 8 ½- by 11- inch bond paper for application letters. And 9- by 12- inch envelope to avoid folding of the letter.
References
Chapter 17 Pg. : 349- 353