1. Letter Writing Old School Style …

2. Letter Writing Tips 1.Keep it short and to the point. 2.Focus on the recipient’s needs. 3.Use simple and appropriate language. 4.Re-read and revise it. 5.Check spelling and grammar.

3. The Start Your address without your name … 115 George St. Wiarton, ON N0H 2T0

4. The Date Date you are writing the letter 115 George St. Wiarton, ON N0H 2T0 March 8, 2005

5. Name/Title/Address of Recipient 115 George St. Wiarton, ON N0H 2T0 March 8, 2005 Mr. Luke Skywalker Jedi Knight 99 Galaxy Way Endor, AB C3P 0U2 Mrs/Ms/Mr/Miss/Dr Professional Title Address

6. SalutationWhen to use Dear Sir or Madam:Don’t know who you are writing to Dear Mr/Mrs/Miss/Ms:If you know who you are writing to IMPORTANT – Use Ms. for a female unless it is stated otherwise Dear Frank:Use only if the person is a close contact or friend

7. Salutation Remember, the salutation is important, if you get this wrong, your letter will most likely end up here …

8. The body depends on your letter The Reference With reference to your advertisement in the Wiarton Echo, your letter of March 1 st, your phone call today, Thank you for your letter of March 5 th. The Reason for Writing I am writing to enquire about apologize for confirm

9. The Body Requesting Could you possibly? I would be grateful if you could Agreeing to Requests I would be delighted to

10. The Body Giving Bad News Unfortunately I am afraid that Enclosing Documents I am enclosing Please find enclosed Enclosed you will find

11. Complimentary Close CloseWhen to use Yours faithfully,Don’t know who you are writing to Yours sincerely,If you know who you are writing to Best wishes, or Best regards, Use only if the person is a close contact or friend

12. Signature ALWAYS sign in Black Pen D a r t h V a d e r

13. Your Name Phone number and email are optional Darth Vader (519)534-2205 alive@thedeathstar.ca enclosure Put “enclosure” to tell the reader more stuff is accompanying your letter

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