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LETTER 5-19: CUSTOMER REPRESENTATIVE—STUDENT

Vice President
Bernstein Enterprises RE: Your ad for a
P.O. Box 1111 Customer Representative
Appropriate Newark, NJ 09876 City Times, 1/20/XX
salutation To the Vice President:
when ad As a State University senior who will be graduating in May of 20XX, I am
bears no answering your ad because I believe I can offer your firm an unusual mix
name. of abilities, talents, and enthusiasm.
For instance:
My double major (Economics/English Literature) demonstrates my
willingness to assume more than the typical level of responsibility
and to achieve in a challenging environment.
Through my coursework, I acquired in-depth computer proficiency
and a profound belief in the importance of effective communication
on today’s growing entrepreneurial endeavor.

To finance my education, I planned, launched, and operated a highly
successful catering business. I gained hands-on experience in
properly managing revenues, time, and employees.
As you can see, I am goal oriented, driven, and not afraid of hard work --
qualifications vital to anyone who will be a productive staff member for
your firm, as I would like to be.
I look forward to hearing from you so that we may schedule an interview.
Sincerely,

Bill T. Pasini
42 Chestnut Street
555-456-7890

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