Lesson 7 | Writing - How to write a motivational letter

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• Studiejaar 4

How are you feeling today?

Aim

At the end of today's class, you will be able to write a motivational letter (also known as a cover letter).

Hindsight

What did we do last week? And what did you learn?

What is a motivational letter?

First step?

What is the absolute first step you must take?

Second step?

What's next?

Put the sentences in the correct order (e-mail layout)

How you found the company

What your strong points are

Why you are interested

How you fit in the company

What your future ideals are

1. Research

2. How you found the company

3. Why you are interested

4. What your future ideals are

5. What your strong points are

6. How you fit in the company

 

• 2/3 Introduction

• 4/5/6 Body

• Conclusion - ?
• What do you put here?

What should the final paragraph of a cover letter include?

• Show your gratitude. Express an appreciation for the reader's consideration of your credentials. It takes time to review a cover letter and resume carefully, so communicate your thanks.
  
  
• Express your enthusiasm. Include a gentle interest in next steps but be polite. You should request an interview but never demand one or declare that you'll call the office in the coming week.

• Succinctly remid your value. The final paragraph of a cover letter should remind a recruiter of the value you'll provide to the organization if you are hired.

• Use a professional sign-off. End with a professional sign-off, such as "Sincerely," "Thank you," or "Best regards."

Think about possible questions someone could ask based on a (your) motivational letter and put them here

Practice

Research possible companies you'd like to start working for

Done? Start working on your motivational letter!

Practice

Write your motivational letter

Hand it in in Teams

Done? Nice! Call your teacher and let them know.

Aim

At the end of today's class, you will be able to write a motivational letter (also known as a cover letter).

Next time

Recap quiz

How did you like today's class and teacher?