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Figure 31 A flat illustration of two businessmen shaking hands to symbolize a successful deal or partnership.

• Start with “Dear”: This is the classic way to begin a formal greeting.

• Then, add the recipient’s title and last name: For example, if you’re writing to a company

director named Ms. Lee, your greeting would be “Dear Ms. Lee,”

• Use a colon after the greeting: This separates the greeting from the main body of your
letter

• Step 6. Start with the Introduction

The introduction of your formal letter is like the opening paragraph of a good story. It grabs the

reader’s attention and sets the stage for the rest of your message. Here’s how to write a clear and
effective introduction:

1. State Your Purpose Clearly:
Don’t leave the reader guessing why you’re writing. Start your introduction with a sentence that

clearly states your main goal.

2. Briefly Introduce Yourself (if necessary):

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