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BODY OF AN APPLICATION LETTER. A LETTER OF APPLICATION GENERALLY HAS FOUR PARTS. 1. OPENING. 1. TELL WHAT JOB YOU ARE WRITING ABOUT E.g. I am writing in response to the advertisement in the paper. Or I am applying for the position of secretary. 2. PURPOSE.
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1. TELL WHAT JOB YOU ARE WRITING ABOUT • E.g. I am writing in response to the advertisement in the paper. • Or I am applying for the position of secretary.
2. Enclose your resume. E.g. I am enclosing my resume. Or My resume is enclosed.
3. Tell when you’ll follow up. E.g. I will call you next week. Or I will telephone you on Monday.
4. POLITE EXPRESSIONS
4. Be positive. E.g. I look forward to meeting you. Or I look forward to talking with you about the position.
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