How to Write a Business Letter

When it comes to professional communication, texting and messaging are convenient, but they can’t compete with a well-crafted business letter.…

When it comes to professional communication, texting and messaging are convenient, but they can’t compete with a well-crafted business letter.

“In the digital age, we’ve become much more casual in our writing in general,” says Marcia Layton Turner, founder and executive director of the Association of Ghostwriters. However, using a formal letter format looks more professional and may be more likely to garner a favorable reply.

To write an effective business letter that will make a good impression and get results, you need to follow some basic guidelines. Those include using a professional letter format, avoiding generic salutations, being clear about your purpose for writing and ending with a call to action. You should also aim for a page or less of text and proofread before…

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