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LETTER 5-6: AD RESPONSE LETTER (GENERAL)

Ms. Presently Hiring
The Successful Company
P.O. Box 1111
Business City, ST 09876
RE: Your ad for a (position) , City Times, 11/20/XX
Dear Ms. Hiring:

The educational background, experience, and skills listed in your
advertisement are only the beginning of what I can bring to your firm.

As you’ll see on the outline of accomplishments I’ve included with this
letter, I have a solid history of producing results within a limited budget.
I have built and successfully managed a staff of 20, and I deal
effectively with customers, executives, and stockholders on a regular
basis. All of these achievements are critical to firms, such as yours, that
must compete in today’s difficult economy.
My resume is enclosed as proof that I meet all the criteria listed in your
ad. An interview would give me the chance to further prove my unique
strengths.

I hope to hear from you shortly.
Sincerely,

Name
Work Telephone
Home Telephone

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