Your favorite cousin has moved to your town and is looking for a job. Her previous experiences are
working as a cashier and sales clerk at two department stores. You know she plans to apply at similar
stores in your town. But you also know she is a perfect match for a job opening as a reliable assistant
to your boss. You know she has the skills, though she doesn’t think she is as capable as she is, and
you’re sure she’d be good at this job.
Your goal is to persuade your cousin to apply for the job. You e-mail her a paragraph explaining the
specifics of the job and the reasons she should apply. You want to convince her that she has the job
skills required. You’ll use an informal tone, of course, but will take care to use correct business writing
to show her that you take your recommendation seriously
Your School Subject is not college -- but probably something like Business English.
After you write this letter, please proofread it, and then post it. We'll be glad to critique it.
Hey [Cousin's Name],
I hope this email finds you well! I wanted to let you in on an exciting job opportunity that I think you would be a perfect fit for. As you know, I've been working as an assistant to my boss for a while now, and there's an opening for a reliable assistant on our team.
Now, you might be thinking that you don't have the necessary skills or experience for this job, but trust me, you do! Your previous experience working as a cashier and sales clerk at two department stores has equipped you with valuable customer service and organizational skills.
In this role, you would be responsible for supporting our boss with various tasks such as scheduling appointments, managing emails, preparing documents, and coordinating meetings. Your attention to detail and ability to multitask would make you an asset to our team.
Not only do you have the practical skills required, but you also have the right attitude and work ethic. I've seen firsthand how dedicated and reliable you are, and these qualities are highly valued in our workplace. Your positive and friendly nature would also contribute to a positive working environment.
Additionally, working in a familiar industry such as retail, you already have a good understanding of customer needs and expectations. This would give you an edge in providing exceptional service to our clients.
I truly believe that this job is a perfect opportunity for you to showcase your abilities and grow professionally. I know it can be intimidating to step into a new role, but with your skills and potential, I have no doubt that you would excel in this position.
Take some time to consider applying for this job, and if you have any questions or need assistance with the application process, feel free to reach out to me. Remember, you are capable of more than you think!
Wishing you all the best on this exciting career opportunity!
Warm regards,
[Your Name]