You’ve applied for a specific job in your field of study. The Human
Resources Department arranges an interview and tells you to bring with
you a polished piece of writing for them to evaluate your writing skills.
The paragraph must describe one particular experience you’ve had that
inspired you or guided you to choose the type of position for which you
applied.
Your audience is your potential employer and your purpose is to show
you have thought carefully about what and/or who has motivated you
toward this career choice and why. In addition, you want to convey your
enthusiasm for this position as it relates to your inspiring experience.
Take time to think about what your audience wants to know and strive
to reach a balance between informal and formal business writing.
Prewrite about your field of study and create a specific job for
which you might want to apply at a particular business or organization
in your area. Outline what that position would look like.
Brainstorm details, names, titles, and facts to provide depth to your
paragraph and enable you to write a polished paragraph.
2. Freewrite about the different experiences you’ve had that motivated
you to choose your area of study. Pick one on which to
focus—one that triggers sparks of enthusiasm. Review your prewriting
and choose what’s most pertinent to the experience and position.
Decide on an organizational pattern, such as a chronological outline,
and arrange those details into a logical, coherent flow.
Open a Word document and type the heading Paragraph 1. Begin
your rough draft with the topic sentence, in which you state the
position and place, as well as your reason for wanting to be hired
as it relates to your inspiring experience. Develop the experience
you organized in Step 2. Include not only details about the one
experience, but also show how that experience inspired you, particularly
as it relates the position for which you’re applying. Develop
your paragraph using clear, varied sentences containing concrete
words and transitions or connectives to create a logical flow. Show
enthusiasm, yet maintain a somewhat formal tone.
( Administrative Assistant)
You write it up, and someone here will critique it for you.
Remember to follow ALL directions.
And be sure to proofread it very carefully. Neither we not prospective employers have any patience with carelessly written and unproofread work.
Prewriting: Before writing the paragraph, it is important to brainstorm and outline the specific job you would like to apply for as an Administrative Assistant at a particular business organization in your area. Think about the responsibilities, tasks, and qualifications required for this position. Consider any specific organization or company you have in mind and gather details such as its name, location, and industry.
Freewriting: Reflect on the different experiences you have had that motivated you to choose this field of study and specifically inspired you to pursue a career as an Administrative Assistant. Jot down any instances or encounters that ignited enthusiasm in you. Review your prewriting and select the most relevant experience that aligns with the position you are applying for. Determine an organizational pattern, such as a chronological outline, to arrange your details in a coherent and logical flow.
Rough Draft: Open a Word document and create a heading titled "Paragraph 1". Start your rough draft with a topic sentence that clearly states the position and place you are applying for, as well as your reason for desiring to be hired based on your inspiring experience. Develop the chosen experience you identified during the freewriting process. In addition to providing details about that experience, highlight how it inspired you, particularly as it relates to the Administrative Assistant role. Use clear and varied sentences with specific words, and incorporate transitions or connectives to ensure a smooth and logical flow. While demonstrating enthusiasm, maintain a somewhat formal tone appropriate for business writing.
Here is a sample paragraph:
Paragraph 1:
As an aspiring Administrative Assistant at ABC Company, I am excited to share the inspiring experience that has driven my career path. During my college years, I had the opportunity to intern with XYZ Organization, a renowned nonprofit in our community. Working closely with their dedicated administrative team, I witnessed firsthand the power of organizational skills, efficiency, and effective communication in running a successful operation. From managing calendars to coordinating meetings, I found myself constantly inspired by the role an Administrative Assistant plays in facilitating seamless workflows and ensuring a well-functioning office environment. This experience ignited a deep passion within me to pursue a career in this field, and I remain enthusiastic about the prospect of contributing my skills and dedication to ABC Company in a similar capacity.
Remember to tailor the paragraph to your own experiences, using specific names, facts, and details that are relevant to your situation and the job you are applying for.