The following is an example of a personal persuasive letter:
1010 Firtree Lane Corvallis, OR 97330 (541) 555-9309 January 14, 1995 Dr. Benjamin More Department of History Oregon State University Bexell Hall Corvallis, OR 97333
Dear Dr. More, I am writing to request a letter of recommendation. I hope that you remember me. My name s Eliza Doolittle, and I was a student in four of your classes: HIST 314, Spring 1993; HIST 448, Fall 1994; HIST 432, Winter 1994; and HIST 449, Spring 1994. My final class project for HIST 449, History of Medicine, was a 30 page paper entitled, "Medical History: The Germ Theory Enlightens a Dark Medical Past." My paper received an A from you, and it was published in the college journal, Prism, that year. At the time, you suggested that I might consider a career in the writing or publishing fields. Well, the time has come for me to follow your suggestions. I have applied for an editorial position with the McGovern/Hill Publishing Company in Chicago. The company has asked me to supply them with three letters of recommendation. I would appreciate it if you could write one for me. McGraw/Hill wishes to know the conditions under which you knew me, your understanding of my aptitude for writing, my qualifications to edit the work of others, my leadership abilities, and anything else you feel pertinent. I have enclosed a copy of my resume to help you write the letter. McGraw/Hill would like the letter by the end of the month as I have an interview scheduled for the first week of February. If you would, please send it to the following person and address: Betty Butler Human Resources Department McGraw/Hill Publishing Company One Research Park West Chicago, IL 55555 Thank you very much for your attention to this matter, and I sincerely appreciate your efforts on my behalf. Sincerely, Eliza Doolittle Enc: Resume
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This is an example of a business persuasive letter:
 June 25, 1998 Wendell J. Homes, Ph.D. Oregon State University College of Business Homes Hall 4423 Albany, OR 97445 Dear Dr. Homes: Your recent article, "Are Appraisers Taking Themselves Too Seriously?," which appeared in the July, 1997 issue of Appraisal Monthly rang a familiar note with our group. We, at the Society of Real-Estate Appraisers, agree with the important messages of your article and heartily concur that "appraisers must closely monitor our colleagues and must protect against an attitude of righteous self-importance." In addition, your views and vision have drawn favorable comments from our sister group, Women in Appraisal. Both groups have often felt the need for more information in the area of self-monitoring, especially from the point of view of an expert such as yourself. Shortly after the first of the year, about 200 members will be attending our annual meeting, whose theme this year is "Self Appraisal." We would be gratified if you could meet with us and make the keynote address. By accepting our invitation to be our featured speaker, you'll be able to assist the appraisal profession and make your message heard on a personal level. The annual meeting will be held on January 18 and 19, 1999 in Clearweather, Florida in the Clearweather Hilton Convention Center. We would love to have your and your wife as our guests for the entire weekend. We can promise warm weather and an attentive, receptive audience. In addition, the wonderful world of Disney will be right at your doorstep. We would appreciate hearing your acceptance so we can schedule your flights and accommodations as soon as possible. Sincerely, James L. Long President Enc: Annual Meeting Schedule |
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