Style: formal letter
Number of words: around 200
Language: Tactful
Model:
Dear Mrs. Williams,
Thank you for taking part in our training course, however, I regret to inform you that we have filled the position of junior stylist for which you have recently applied.
Although your qualities were set apart at the early stages of our selection process, we were looking for more eye-catching designs. To begin with, the choice of colours could have been more ambitious. Another aspect of your design which was called into question was the use of some instantly recognisable images. Finally, it was brought to our attention your minimalist approach, which pointed out that your design style was not entirely in keeping with our company’s visual identity.
Please rest assured that your qualifications were thoroughly reviewed, and it was only after careful consideration that we offered the position to the candidate whose experience and career goals were most compatible with the direction of our organization. Your Curriculum Vitae will be sent to our Human Resources Department and as soon as another post is open we will be glad to consider you for another selection process.
Thank you for your interest in Fashion Design. We wish you success in your career.
Yours sincerely,
H. James Herbert James
Managing Director
What do I have to write? SB. p. 85 ex. 5 a/bAnother Model of a tactful letter:
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