GUIDELINES

  1. When you contact a prospective customer through a mutual acquaintance, you should use a less formal tone. Use this opportunity to refer to your mutual friend. Tell the reader what he/she liked about your product or service. Also, list the benefits the reader can get by purchasing your product or service.
  2. State the name of the person who told you about the reader. Also, mention why you wrote this letter.
  3. Promote your products by giving some information that will interest the reader. Either you can give a few details to spark the prospective client's interest, or you can choose to provide detailed information.
  4. Discuss what the mutual acquaintance liked about your product or service.
  5. Ask the reader to contact you or offer to communicate with him/her yourself. Also, invite to answer any questions.

SAMPLE LETTER

[Senders Name]
[Address line]
[State, ZIP Code]

[Letter Date]

[Recipients Name]
[Address line]
[State, ZIP Code]

[Subject: Normally bold, summarizes the intention of the letter] -Optional-


Dear [Recipients Name],

It was great meeting you at the Annual Real Estate Convention a few months back in Summerfield. As you may remember, during that time I shared my thoughts on changing the scenery regarding my career. I have finally made the decision to quit my job at my office and am now a free agent looking to be part of a new team.

I have been in the real estate business for over nine years now and feel that I have the proper credentials to join any team that will take me. I have a great number of clients and have closed many deals and offers, despite the housing industry being what it is.

I would be eternally grateful if you could provide me with any information as to where I can direct my job search. I am willing to relocate and would gladly move to your city if the opportunities lie there. I have attached my curriculum vitae for your review. I can be reached at 333-3333. I look forward to hearing from young from you soon and getting the chance to speak with you again. Thank you.

Sincerely,

[Senders Name]
[Senders Title] -Optional-

[Enclosures: number] - Optional -
cc: [Name of copy recipient] - Optional -

Ask help for a job search - example letter.

Further things to consider when writing cover letters to acquaintances

Further things to consider when writing cover letters to acquaintances

Cover Letters

Cover letters are letters written to explain the contents of other documents. In most cases, cover letters are sent together with resumes to provide additional information on the applicant's' skills and experience. They explain in detail why the applicants are qualified for the job they are applying for. A cover letter creates a critical first impression as it is often the earliest contact you will have with a potential employer. Employees use cover letters to screen applicants for available positions and to determine the ones that they would like to interview.

Cover letters are an essential part of every job application. You, therefore, need to make sure that your cover letter sells your abilities and skills to recruiters. Do not just repeat what is on your resume, rather, explain in details why you feel that you are the best match for the applied job. Do this clearly and concisely, and in such a way that the recipient would want to meet you. Mention the employment position that you are applying for, how you learnt about it and how you are qualified for it. Request the recipient to contact you at the end of the letter.

Letters to Acquaintances

Letters to acquaintances are letters you write to people that you know slightly, but who are not close friends. An acquaintance could be a colleague at work but whom you do not interact with on a regular basis, a person you went to school with but know little about him/her, or your Facebook contacts whom you interact with on a minor level. You could write a letter to this person to ask for a favor, invite him/her to a social event, or just pass some information. Although most people would opt for a social media message or text, a well-drafted letter will make the recipient see the seriousness of the matter and feel obliged to return the favor.

The best letters to acquaintances are warm, sweet, and friendly. Begin the letter with a proper salutation, based on your relationship with the recipient. State the purpose of the letter and be clear about what you want from the recipient. If you are asking him/her to do something for you, for instance, mention why you think he/she is the best person to get it done. Make the letter short and only provide the necessary details. Conclude on a positive note.

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