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l. Experience

m. Title of position being
applied for

n. Company name

o. Reason for being a good
fit for the position

p. Background information

that matches the
requirements

3. Read the previous letters and resume more carefully and discuss the following

questions.
a. How did the applicants write the letters?

b. What did the applicants need before writing an application letter?

c. Why should an applicant start an application letter with a complete address?
d. Why should the applicant state a reason for being a good fit for the position applied?

DO YOU KNOW?

To write a perfect application letter, you should:

 Begin with your contact information (complete address and phone number) at the top
so they can reply to you;

 Write the name of the employer to whom you are applying for a job and the address;

 Write the date in the letter
 Write the name of the person to whom you are writing

 State the position for which you are applying so that the employer knows for certain;

 Begin the letter by telling the employer why you the job and why the job would be
suitable for you;

 Summarize your strengths and any particular qualifications or experience that would

be considered relevant to the post;
 Include the most relevant aspect of your career

 Explain how you think you can contribute to the company and help it become

successful;

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