Use networking in a job search

Letter #1: I appreciated the opportunity to get acquainted with you at the spring linguistics conference in Springfield. Thank you for sending me a copy of your recent paper. Recent financial problems in our state are resulting in the board of regents' elimination of programs they consider to be too costly. It appears that our department will [...]

Write a letter in a job search

Letter #1: While currently searching for a challenging opportunity working as a (Name of Position), I have been researching for information about the strongest (Name of Industry) companies in the region. Your organization is by far the most fascinating and attractive group. I am writing today, therefore, to express my excitement about the purpose and practice of [...]