Write Dear + the person’s name
End your letter with informal greeting: Yours, Best wishes, or Love
23 Oxford RdCheltenhamGL50 4QZ4th August 20___Dear Gill,Thank you for your postcard from New York. I really envy you going to all those exciting places!There’s no chance of a holiday for me this year, I’m afraid. I’m saving up to buy a car. The driving lessons are going well, and my test is booked for next month. Wish me luck!I haven’t seen you for ages and I’d love to hear all your news. Why don’t you come down and stay one weekend?Let me know if/when you’ll be free. Looking forward to hearing from you. Love Hazel
Write your address (but not your name) on the separate lines in the top right-hand corner
Write the date below your address.
Use separate paragraphs to:
- begin your letter
- deal with different topics.
Formal Letters
Write the name and address of the person or company you are writing to on the left-hand side, below the date.
Write Dear... next to the left-hand margin, followed by a comma.
End with Yours faithfully, if you began with Dear Sir or Madam. End with Yours sincerely, if you began with a name
Print your name clearly after signature
RdCheltenham23 Oxford GL50 4QZ4th August 20___The ManagerGoldspar Office Equipment54 Old MarketMalvernWR12 2PODear Sir or Madam,I recently ordered a filing cabinet from your company and I am writing to say that I am not satisfied with the one which has just been delivered.There are several reasons for this. In the first place, the cabinet is grey in colour rather than cream as I ordered. Secondly, the lock doesn’t work. Thirdly, there is a large dent on the top, which was probably caused during delivery.I must ask you to replace the filing cabinet with one which is the correct colour and in perfect condition. I would be grateful if you would telephone me on 06845 721399 as soon as possible in order to make the necessary arrangements.Yours faithfully, Hazel SmithHAZEL SMITH (Ms)
Write your address (but not your name) on the separate lines in the top right-hand corner
Write the date below your address.
Use separate paragraphs to:
- say why you are writing
- give details or extra information
- conclude your letter
Covering letters
I am writing to apply for the position of ______ at _____ in Nizhny Novgorod.
I am currently employed as _______. However I am seeking a position which will offer a greater challenge and more responsibility.
In my last job, I was responsible for organizing the _____ process, setting ______ targets and reviewing their performance. I was also involved in coordinating the work of ______ and participating in professional activities. In the last two years, I have been engaged in (ex. developing a new program for _____ that had a positive outcome and enhanced efficiency of educational process).
I have a proven track record in the ______ field. Although I never avoid responsibility, I am able to delegate authority when necessary.
In addition to my knowledge of ______ I can offer many skills gained from my studies, work and other activities, for example:
Analysing complex verbal information
Strategic decision-making
Keen instincts to quickly effect change and improvement
Proven multi-tasking capabilities with strong ability to plan, prioritize and manage complex objects
Ability to build relationships within and outside an organization
Have excellent written, oral and interpersonal communication skills
As for my personal qualities, I am a determined and creative person, with a flair for new ideas and sound organisational skills. Most people say that I am very dynamic with ability to motivate staff and get results. I consider myself to be efficient because I always make the most of the resources available to me. I get along well with people and can work effectively in a team because that’s vital for this job.
My goal is to transition my enthusiasm, creativity and experience into _____ position. I am certain that my presence on your team will prove to be beneficial to your organization.
I would welcome the opportunity to meet you to discuss my application at greater length.
Yours sincerely,
_____________
Key skills
Highly organised and dedicated with a positive attitude
Have excellent written, oral and interpersonal communication skills
Thrive on working in a challenging environment
Able to handle multiple assignments
Ability to build relationships within and outside an organization
Strong communication skills and dynamic presentation/public speaking style
Problem-solving and analytical talents
Keen instincts to quickly effect change and improvement
Strong leadership talents, “team player” attitude and spirit
Resourceful and trustworthy team member who also has the initiative to work efficiently in his own
Analysing complex verbal information
Clear, concise writing for different contexts
Working cheerfully and productively under pressure
Dealing effectively and professionally with a wide range of people
Working both in a team and on my own initiative
Ability to manage and motivate my team
Manage a good working relationship at all levels, with both customers and staff
Vocabulary list
to employ – to pay someone to work for you;
to engage in – to take part or become involved in an activity;
to enhance – to make something such as a taste, feeling, or ability better;
decision-making – the process of thinking about a problem, idea etc., and then making a choice or judgment;
transition – the act or process of changing from one form or state to another;
beneficial – producing results that bring advantages;
resourceful – good at finding ways of dealing with practical problems;
trustworthy – someone who is trustworthy can be trusted and depended on.
Useful language
Showing understanding and sympathy
I am very sorry to hear that...
I am very sorry that you were dissatisfied with...
Apologizing
I would like to apologize for the inconvenience you suffered.