GUIDELINES

  1. The letter is sent to remind both the customer and the target customer of your unending desire to serve him/her. Do not repeat previous offers but present him or her new ideas, like additional facts about the product or a special discount. You may opt to send her two letters, one after the meeting and another few weeks later for follow-up purposes.
  2. Thank the customer for his or her time and interest during the presentation of the product and service. If you plan to follow-up, you can ask the client whether he successfully received the materials and if he enjoyed reading it.
  3. Highlight the qualities that are most attractive to the customer, or those that will best fit his necessities.
  4. Show the customer the ease of placing an order. Explain the steps very well and encourage him/her.

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],

I am grateful for the meeting last week. I thank you for giving me an opportunity to showcase my ideas. The main objectives that we contemplated are:

* efficiency increase by 20%

*sales in the fall season

* discount to regular customers

It is always a pleasure to work with you, and I am looking forward to your call next weekend.

Sincerely,

[Senders Name]
[Senders Title] -Optional-

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

Sample follow-up letter seeking meeting next weekend.

Further things to consider when writing follow-up letters to clients

Further things to consider when writing follow-up letters to clients

Follow-Up Letters

Follow-up letters are letters you write after business contracts, job interviews or business meetings to show that you are still interested in the recipients and that you are willing to build a relationship. Follow-up letters provide a platform for continued communication and are an effective way of consolidating a real relationship between you and the recipients. A follow-up letter is important in the early stages of a business relationship as it gives you an opportunity to reintroduce yourself and reconnect with the recipient. It also gives you a chance to address a concern that was raised at the previous meeting or give additional information to the recipient.

Well written follow-up letters can make a great difference in your success. These are letters sent during the early stage of the relationship, and therefore the writing style should be fairly formal. Make sure to write the letter as soon as possible after the meeting to keep things fresh. Explain your point clearly and avoid making unnecessary assumptions. Try as much as possible not to convey any negative sentiments. Where necessary, remind the recipient of any deadlines as well as date and time for the next meeting. Close the letter positively.

Letters to Clients

Letters to clients are letters a person or organization writes to other people and/or organizations that benefit from the senders' products or professional services. These could be welcome letters to welcome the clients to the organization, introduction letters to introduce a product or service to the clients, or thank-you letters to appreciate clients for their continued support. They could also be response letters to respond to clients' queries or inform letters to notify the clients of important matters like discounts on products and services, relocation of offices, etc. Basically, a letter to a client can be just about anything, as long as whatever you are communicating is business-related.

Letters to clients are business letters, and therefore, they should be formal and professional. Start the letter with a proper salutation. Clearly state the purpose of your letter. If a client is required to take a certain urgent action, make sure to specify exactly what he/she is supposed to do. Be brief and straightforward and avoid adding irrelevant details. Close the letter by warmly inviting the recipient to respond or to take the necessary action. Sign the letter and provide your contact details. Print the letter on the company's letterhead.

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