Inquiries:
A letter of inquiry is a request for information that the writer believes the reader can provide. Regardless of its subject, the objective is to get the reader to respond with an action that satisfies the inquiry.
The action taken can benefit either the writer or the reader, and sometimes both. That being the case, the scope must include enough information to help the reader determine how best to respond.
An inquiry letter should be addressed to the person who is most likely to respond in a positive and helpful manner. If you are unsure of who that might be, try making a few phone calls to identify a contact person. That person's name should be placed in the inside heading and the salutation of your inquiry. It should also be included on the top line of your envelope.
Remember that people do business with people first, businesses second. When you address your reader by name, you recognize their importance and value as an individual human being. In an inquiry letter, the reader is identified by both his name and the title he holds.
The objective in an inquiry letter is to make a request. It will either ask the reader to provide something beneficial to the writer, or take advantage of something the writer has to offer.
Your inquiry should be specific and brief. Make sure your letter is specific and brief. You need to tell the reader where you heard about them (internet, magazine, etc), what you are interested in, what you want to receive, and anything extra.
An inquiry letter should close in a professional manner. Once your last paragraph is written, sign off between a complimentary close such as "Sincerely," or "Thank you," and your printed name.
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Letters to write:
1.
Confirmations:
Order Acknowledgments:
Arthur Edwards has
been a customer of your company, the Cosmetic Company, for
seven years. Mr. Edwards has placed a very large order, and
has asked for a special discount. Write Mr. Edwards and
refuse the discount. Explain why. A letter of inquiry is a request for information that the writer believes the reader can provide. Regardless of its subject, the objective is to get the reader to respond with an action that satisfies the inquiry.
The action taken can benefit either the writer or the reader, and sometimes both. That being the case, the scope must include enough information to help the reader determine how best to respond.
An inquiry letter should be addressed to the person who is most likely to respond in a positive and helpful manner. If you are unsure of who that might be, try making a few phone calls to identify a contact person. That person's name should be placed in the inside heading and the salutation of your inquiry. It should also be included on the top line of your envelope.
Remember that people do business with people first, businesses second. When you address your reader by name, you recognize their importance and value as an individual human being. In an inquiry letter, the reader is identified by both his name and the title he holds.
The objective in an inquiry letter is to make a request. It will either ask the reader to provide something beneficial to the writer, or take advantage of something the writer has to offer.
Your inquiry should be specific and brief. Make sure your letter is specific and brief. You need to tell the reader where you heard about them (internet, magazine, etc), what you are interested in, what you want to receive, and anything extra.
An inquiry letter should close in a professional manner. Once your last paragraph is written, sign off between a complimentary close such as "Sincerely," or "Thank you," and your printed name.
This is a condensation of a text from here.
Letters to write:
1.
Confirmations:
Order Acknowledgments:
Joe Smith has ordered 300 boxes of coffee creamer, PO number 12345. he expects it within two weeks. Write Mr Smith, acknowledge the order and tell him it will be there.
Mrs. Corly has ordered 50 cartons of paper clips, but you only have 20 boxes available at the moment, but are expecting a new shipment soon. Send a part-order and explain where the remaining boxes are.
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