How to write a cover letter by attaching documents

Both a letter addressed to a company and a personal letter can include attachments. It is always good to let the person who receives the letter know what has been attached, however, only formal business letters require that this document be added to the letter. For example, you can send a cover letter to be considered for a job. In this case, you would be the potential employee, know what you have enclosed with your letter: your curriculum vitae. This is a courtesy to the person you are writing to.

Steps to follow:

one

Write your contact information at the top of the letter, such as your name, address and phone number. Below that, write the date. Below the date, write the greeting of the letter.

two

Write the body of the letter. In the body, you must explain who you are, if necessary, and why you are writing the letter in the first paragraph. In the following paragraphs write other details you want to offer the recipient.

3

Mention in the letter that you have included in the last paragraph of the letter. For example, when presenting a resume, your cover letter could say something like: "As requested, I enclose my resume, which gives more details about my experience."

4

Close the letter. That includes writing a closing, such as "Best regards, " and your name.

5

Write the word "Attachment" below your name. If there is more than one, write "Attachments" and then include the number of attachments with parentheses. For example, if you are sending a cover letter that includes your curriculum vitae and a reference sheet, at the end of your letter say: "Attachments (2)."