Letter Templates You Can Download For Free
Our free letter templates are a huge time-saver when it comes to writing. A business
letter template or cover letter template are very important letter templates
because the writers are either trying to generate business of some type or gain
employment.
All free letter templates are ready for immediate download and printing.
The real value in letter templates is not just the time-savings or cost, but the
simple fact that you do not have to risk experimentation with writing one
yourself. After all, if you can use a letter template that has had a successful
track record, it limits your chances of failing with your objectives.
The structure of letter templates has been debated and discussed to death. It
amazes me how long some people will spend trying to come up with the perfect
format. STOP it!
Pick a standard structure for your business letter template or cover letter template and move on to the two important areas.
Business Letter Template
The opening paragraph:
If using a business letter template make sure
the first couple of sentences quickly and clearly explain the reason for your
letter.
The body of the letter:
The business letter template body should explain the purpose and details of your proposal or what you are offering or selling. It is extremely important that your message is written in an action-compelling manner. Once a decision has been made to pass on the proposal or product it is difficult to get business owners to reconsider. A well written compelling business letter is an incredible sales tool that can be used over and over again.
Closing the letter:
A typical business letter template will end with the usual message that the writer will follow-up soon with a phone call and occasionally requesting a meeting. However, the nice thing about a business letter template is that one can get very creative with their closing words. Look at plenty of actual business letters and you will get some excellent ideas that you can use.
Cover Letter Template
The opening paragraph:
If using a cover letter template, quickly state the job position you are interested in. In a couple of sentences (no longer) let the potential employer know why you are interested in the job.
The body of the letter:
In the cover letter template the body (main
part) should explain why you are qualified for the position you are applying
for. Give specific examples of job or educational achievements you have had that
would qualify you for the job and make you a strong asset to their company.
Display strong confidence in your writing (not arrogance). A confident applicant
has a large advantage over those who are not.
Closing the letter:
With a cover letter template one should always mention that they look forward to a personal interview to expand on how your skills would benefit their company. And of course finish by thanking the potential employer.
The obvious is worth repeating:
Do not just run your letter templates
through the grammar and spell checker on your word processing program. Hire a
professional proofreader to review your letter template for additional grammar
and spelling problems. You should also consider an experienced copywriter to
review your letter templates if you plan on using them for any type of sales.
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