GUIDELINES
- This letter must appreciate the achievements of the reader. It should be able to convey your admiration and respect towards the reader. The reader could probably share your letter with others.
- Begin by congratulating the reader for his achievements.
- Acknowledge how important an achievement it is according to you.
- Appreciate all the efforts, dedication, energy, and sacrifice put in by the reader.
- Mention you are confident about the reader's successes in future.
SAMPLE LETTER
[Address line]
[State, ZIP Code]
[Letter Date]
[Address line]
[State, ZIP Code]
[Subject: Normally bold, summarizes the intention of the letter] -Optional-
Dear [Recipients Name],
I have just been informed that you have become a national champion with your essay. Congratulations are probably not the right word, but everyone recognizes the passion that you put into this bit of work. I must say you have been an inspiration to many students.
The hard work, dedication, and reward all bode well for a successful career in whatever field you choose. We wish you all the best in the future.
Sincerely,
[Senders Name]
[Senders Title] -Optional-
[Enclosures: number] - Optional -
cc: [Name of copy recipient] - Optional -
Sample letter to compliment someone for winning an award.
Further things to consider when writing compliment letters to acquaintances
Compliment Letters
Compliment letters are letters written to commend someone for his/her good deeds. The objective of such letters is to praise someone for his/her hard work or achievement. Though compliment letters are considered a professional gesture in the corporate world, you can use them in your personal life to appreciate your loved ones for their achievements. Compliment letters can be used in instances such as complimenting an employee for a job well done, complimenting the organizing committee for an excellent event, or complimenting someone for winning an award. They can also be used to compliment a colleague for delivering a good orientation or sales speech.
When writing compliment letters, make sure to mention the name of the person you are complimenting in the letter stating how valuable this person is. If you are complimenting an employee's productivity, appreciate his/her efforts to achieve such high standard. Be sincere and genuine when talking about someone's achievements. Mention the reason why you are complimenting this person. Be polite and maintain a friendly tone throughout the letter. Make sure that the words in the letter make the other person feel special and appreciated. End the letter by praising this person again for his/her contributions.
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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