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LETTER 4-8: NETWORKING—ARTS—CAREER CHANGE—JOB LOSS
This is actually a combination Networking/Make Something Happen Letter; notice the
writer’s clever suggestion to overcome the interviewer’s hiring objection.

Ms. Constance O’Neill
The New Orleans Symphony Orchestra
80 Newtown Square
New Orleans, LA 09876

Dear Ms. O’Neill:
Meeting you was a real pleasure. Thank you for spending so much time
with me, particularly on a Friday evening. I truly appreciate the advice
you gave me and the contacts you offered.

Since our meeting, I have reworked my resume according to your
recommendations; a copy is enclosed with this letter. I am thrilled with
the new emphasis and have forwarded it to Maestro Richard Allen at
City Orchestra, as you suggested. I will let you know the results of
these efforts.
Ms. O’Neill, I am dismayed that you are not currently able to hire an
Assistant. Not only would it be a pleasure to work with you, but I am
certain that my corporate background could open new doors for The
New Orleans Symphony Orchestra. Should my experience produce the
level of additional funding I anticipate, the position of Assistant would
certainly pay for itself!
Ever the optimist, I will keep in touch with you in the event the
that Orchestra’s financial status improves.
Thank you again for your kind assistance.
With best regards,

Anna Rodriguez
Work Phone
Home Phone

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