Letter to an Executive Search Firm

1324 Kierth Plaza Omaha, Nebraska 68131

18 March, 2009

Mr. Arnold Brown

Comsup & Conner

Three Central Park Plaza Omaha, Nebraska 68102

Dear Mr. Brown:

Because of a corporate restructuring, I find myself in the job market for the first time in a long while. In addition to my own outreach and networking efforts, I am seeking a good executive search firm to help me connect with the right situation. Your name was given to me by a close friend whom you helped several years ago under similar circumstances.

Until last month, I was the vice president in charge of manufacturing for FLEC, a producer of computer components based in Connecticut. Al­though we produced an excellent product at a competitive price, FLEC has decided to move manufacturing offshore and place a local national in charge. My career until now has been marked by success at every step beginning with my first assignment on the shop floor 15 years ago. I am certain that both my technical knowledge and managerial ability would make me an asset to at least one of your clients.

Last year I earned over 5150,000 in salary and bonuses. My intent is to find a new position with similar potential.

I will contact you during the week of April 24, to discuss our next step. I am confident that, working together, we can bring this search to a successful conclusion.

Sincerely,

Alexander Camp

Cover Letter from College Grad with Work Experience

76 West Los Olas Blvd. Ft. Lauderdale, FL 33301

March 19, 2009

Ms. Juanita Steven

Director of College Relations Yunge & Olde Associates 14341 NW 53 Avenue

Miami, FL 33014

Dear Ms. Steven:

I am interested in joining the media staff of Yunge & Olde Associates. My interest in this area developed from my summer jobs and my academic studies in communication at the University of Florida. The media role in an advertising agency is critical to its success and I can offer several qualities that would make me an asset to you.

A media planner must be a good researcher and work well under deadlines. In my summer jobs I have proven both characteristics. For example, last year I researched potential end users for a newly developed widget. I uncovered an entire market segment that had not been previously considered. More recently, I was able to meet or beat all deadlines for mutual fund status reports.

I have been selective in identifying advertising agencies to contact. I am attracted to Yunge & Olde for two reasons. First, I was impressed by a story in Advertising Weekly that described how your agency attracted the Robber Robot account, which had been with a much larger agency. Second, the fact that your employees can progress from media to account work fits my career plans exactly.

My resume is enclosed. I will be in Miami from February 10-20 and I am eager to meet with you in person. Next week I will call you to see if we can arrange a meeting at that time.

Sincerely,

Mark Scott

Enclosure

Sample of Application Letter

Dear Mr. Gilhooley,

I am writing to apply for the programmer position advertised in the Times Union. As requested, I am enclosing a completed job application, my certification, my resume and three references.

The opportunity presented in this listing is very interesting, and I believe that my strong technical experience and education will make me a very competitive candidate for this position. The key strengths that I possess for success in this position include:

* I have successfully designed, developed, and supported live use applications
* I strive for continued excellence
* I provide exceptional contributions to customer service for all customers

With a BS degree in Computer Programming, I have a full understanding of the full life cycle of a software development project. I also have experience in learning and excelling at new technologies as needed.

Please see my resume for additional information on my experience.

I can be reached anytime via my cell phone, 555-555-5555. Thank you for your time and consideration. I look forward to speaking with you about this employment opportunity.

Sincerely,

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