Heather Buchner
23 Miracle Grove Road
Miracle Grove, IL 12345
123-555-1234

June 14, 2009

Harold C. Freedman
CEO
FreeWire International
1633 Forest Hill Blvd.
Oak Forest, IL 12345

Dear Mr. Freedman,

I believe I can expedite the signing of your pending agreement with the government of Brazil. Please read on to see why I believe this is true.

As your contract negotiator, here’s the ammunition I bring to the table:

• Experience negotiating three major telecommunications contracts with South American governments (Argentina, Costa Rica, and Peru).

• A firm record of closing sales with better-than-expected profit margins.

• Fluency (written and spoken) in the “big four” languages used in most business transactions around the world.

Since your fiscal year is nearly at its end, I suspect you are eager to see your contract finalized. I suggest we speak soon. I’ll call your office to see how quickly we can meet.

I look forward to representing you. Thank you!

Sincerely yours,

Heather Buchner

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Kenya Spears
45 Treehill Way
Danville, MA 12345
123-555-1234
kspears@bamboo.com

September 1, 2007

Checkmate Inc.
Branch Recruiter
1234 Salvio Blvd.
San Ramon, MA 12345

Re: Customer Service position

Dear Recruiter,

Focusing on the issue at hand is my specialty. I thrive in a professional, fast paced, structured, and team-oriented environment. Please consider me for the Customer Service position advertised in the Circle Lake Times.

I was recently chosen as the employee of the month and commended for my willingness to work with customers to ensure their satisfaction. Being an attentive listener assists in my ability to find positive resolutions to questions that may appear to be unanswerable.

I can be reached at the number above or at my email address.

Sincerely,

Kenya Spears

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Kimberly Lee
01 Beach Street, #7
West Lakeland Park, AZ 12345
123-555-1234
klee@bamboo.com

May 13, 2009

Mr. Frank Randall
Randall, Jerneys and Calpert Inc.
301 Stratford Drive
Tempe, AZ 12345

Dear Mr. Randall,

There’s a reason why:
- Friends hand me the dinner bill to divvy up
- My checkbook always balances at the end of each month
- My three kids are never late for events
- Community groups look to me to organize events

I’m a “detail person”-the kind of person you need as your administrative assistant.

For the last five years, I’ve handled all the scheduling, finances, and logistics for my family of five. It’s time for me to get back into the corporate work force and put my organizational talents to use there.

I’ll contact you in the next few days to see how you or one of your associates needs administrative assistance.

Thank you!

Kimberly Lee

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Linda Chase
011 Plowshare Drive
Reno, NV 12345
123-555-1234
lchase@bamboo.com

June 4, 2009

Ms. Rachel Plantona
General Manager
Car Imports, Ltd.
0010 Golden Row
Reno, NV 12345

Dear Ms. Plantona,

Fate seems to have dealt me the right name: Chase. Ever since I was a kid, I’ve chased my dreams and, as my resume tells you, scored pretty high.

As a new graduate, I’m ready to continue the chase-this time on behalf of an employer such as YOU!

Seriously, I know I’ll make a good customer service representative. I’m skilled at talking people through their problems and coming up with creative solutions. With just a little coaching, I know I can learn your product line quickly.

Could I have a short interview so that you can see how well I think on my feet? I’ll call your office soon to learn when you’re available.

Thank you very much!

Sincerely,

Linda Chase

Enclosure: resume

Mike Bronkowski
103 Evanston Park West
Evanston, IL 12345
123-555-1234

July 6, 2009

Mrs. Alice Henderson
Sales Manager
HighTech International
44 Edgecliff Rd.
Chicago, IL 12345

Dear Mrs. Henderson,

You’re a busy sales manager and I’d like to save you some time. To fill your vacant sales position, please consider having me do a walk-in demonstration right away.

For some people, sales just comes naturally; and usually what comes naturally is what one does best. I’ve surprised even myself at how instinctively I sell ideas to people, sometimes in the most unlikely situations.

Three years ago I was on a Mt. McKinley climbing team. Suddenly I found myself having to convince a frightened woman to rappel up the side of a 20-foot icy cliff. I didn’t make a cent on that “sales presentation” but it did pay off: Not only is she alive today, she became my wife!

As I said, I want to save you time, not absorb it with tales of my sales adventures. Could we meet in person? It won’t take long for you to see that I’m a natural for the job.

I’ll call your office in a few days to see when your calendar allows for a quick interview.

Looking forward to our meeting,

Mike Bronkowski

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Regina Smith
101 Halstead Rd.
Rochester, NY 12345
123-555-1234
rsmith@bamboo.com

August 3, 2009

Mr. James Callahan
General Manager
Household Paints, Inc.
2501 Grand Blvd.
White Plains, NY 12345

Dear Mr. Callahan,

Research shows that women have a greater sensitivity to color than men. For that reason, I propose that I create a marketing program for Household Paints that targets women.

As your Marketing Director, I can design programs that keep down production costs by generating “umbrella” collateral to be used for multiple niches. My enclosed resume demonstrates how I’ve used this technique to save thousands of dollars and bring in significant revenue for former employers.

Let’s talk in person about your new “colors for women” program. I’ll call you in a few days to arrange an appointment.

Thank you!

Regina Smith

Enclosure: resume

Winston Perdue
123 Austin Street
Cincinnati, OH 12345
123-555-1234
wperdue@bamboo.com

November 3, 2009

Mr. Randall Rothchild
CEO
Rothchild & Fitch Associates
123 Main Street
Cincinnati, OH 12345

Dear Mr. Rothchild,

The media reported that your firm is downsizing and that you are planning to lay off a number of employees. I’d like to offer my outplacement services to you on an ongoing or short-term basis.

May we get together to discuss my services and competitive fees? I have an outstanding list of employers in your field who have used my services, all of whom have agreed to speak with you about their satisfaction.

I’ll call you next Tuesday to find a time when we can speak in person. I look forward to our conversation.

Sincerely,

Winston Perdue

Enclosure: resume