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How to Write a Persuasive Application Letter

How to Write a Persuasive Application Letter. Business Communication, MGT309 University of North Carolina at Greensboro. Writing that Works (2010). Oliu, Brusaw, & Alred. Application Letter . Be audience-centered!. Application letter. Do’s Address the letter to a person

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How to Write a Persuasive Application Letter

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  1. How to Write a Persuasive ApplicationLetter Business Communication, MGT309 University of North Carolina at Greensboro Writing that Works (2010). Oliu, Brusaw, & Alred

  2. Application Letter Be audience-centered!

  3. Application letter Do’s • Address the letter to a person • Know the values (corporate culture) of the organization • Show your personality – carefully • Be straightforward and fact-based, positive and upbeat • Be specific

  4. Application letter Do’s • Write shorter email cover letters • Use a friendly, conversational tone • Good word choices • Fill most of the page – not too short or too long • Follow protocol in delivery • Be error free

  5. Application Letter Don’ts • Restate your resume • Write too much • Write too friendly or cutesy or with passive voice

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