Chapter 3 Money Matters

Front 1

Application Letter

Back 1

also called a Cover Letter, serves to introduce you to a potential employer

Front 2

Letter Address

Back 2

also called the inside address

contains the name and address of the person or company to whom your writing

Front 3

Return Address

Back 3

First thing to appear at the top of the letter. It contains your complete mailing address and the date

Front 4

Salutation

Back 4

the greeting that begins your letter, use the persons name or other for of address.

Front 5

Body

Back 5

The message section of the letter. Should be 3 or for 4 paragraphs long. Should attract employers attention, and interest in learning about you. Also create desire for the employer to read your resume and request that you have an interview with him.

Front 6

Complimentary Close

Back 6

A courteous phrase to end the letter. Sincerely and Cordially are good words for business letters. Your typed name should appear 4 lines below the close to allow space for your signature.

Front 7

Resume

Back 7

Describes your work experience, education, abilities, interests, and other information that may be of interest to the employer.

Front 8

References

Back 8

People who have known you for at least 1 year and can provide information about your skills, character, and achievements.

Front 9

Reference Letter

Back 9

A statement attesting to your character, abilities, and experience.