1. Mrs. Sorrell Introduction to Computers & Technology

2.  Format in block style  Personal business letter style ◦ Begin with your own address  Spacing of the business letter is critical  Punctuation and grammar is very important  Pay attention to your sentence structure and re-read your letter once you have finished

3.  Letter usually has three or four paragraphs  Paragraph 1 ◦ Introduction: Explain how you learned of the position ◦ State the position for which you are applying  Paragraph 2 ◦ Explain what makes you the best person for this position  Paragraph 3 ◦ Ask for an interview, make a request and provide contact information