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Letter Type # 3 -- Following Up on a Referral
The introduction includes:
The Body is not a summary of your resume, but:
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States your specific skills, background, qualifications
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*Emphasizes that you are not just after a job if you are unaware of any openings
The conclusion should:
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Ask for the interview, guidance, or information
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Let the employer know when they can expect to hear from you
* One of the following samples for referral letters is written with no specific job opening mentioned, and the other is for a specific, known position.
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REFERRAL/NO KNOWN OPENING
Date
Betty Needsajob
1414 West Fargo
San Diego, CA 91125
(619) 555-1234
Ms. Roberta Styles
Director of Accounting
Maire Corporation
6745 Camino Del Rio
San Diego, CA 92783
Dear Ms. Styles:
Your name was given to me by John Harrison, my former business associate. John speaks very highly of you and of your company and thought you might be able to share some information with me. I am interested in meeting with you to discuss opportunities in the field of Accounting.
Please let me assure you that I do not expect you to know of any specific openings. Rather, I am just looking to draw on your expertise in this field. My experience in Accounting is in both Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable. I have kept accurate records of accounts ranging from $25,000 per year to $10 million per year. My resume is enclosed with more detail.
I would really appreciate about 20 minutes of your time to discuss future opportunities as you see them in the area of Accounting. I will contact you next week to arrange for a mutually convenient time.
Sincerely,
Betty Needsajob
Enclosure
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REFERRAL/OPEN POSITION
Date
Betty Needsajob
1414 West Fargo
San Diego, CA 91125
(619) 555-1234
Ms. Roberta Styles
Director of Accounting
Maire Corporation
6745 Camino Del Rio
San Diego, CA 92783
Dear Ms. Styles:
I am writing regarding the position you have open for an Accounting Clerk. I found out about the position from John Harrison, my former business associate. John speaks very highly of you and of your company and thought you would be the best person for me to contact.
My experience in accounting is in both Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable. I have kept accurate records of accounts ranging from $25,000 per year to $10 million per year. I am familiar with travel reconciliation, payroll, and purchasing practices as well. My resume is enclosed with more detail.
I would really appreciate an opportunity to meet with you to discuss how my skills meet your needs. I will contact you next week to arrange for a mutually convenient time.
Sincerely,
Betty Needsajob
Enclosure
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