I would like to speak with you further about the available position. Now that I’ve blown my own horn, I’ll simply thank you for your time. My resume is attached; if you have trouble reading it let me know and I’ll send it in the mail. Thank you again, and I look forward to hearing from you.

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03/16/05

<Recipient Address Goes Here>

Hello.

I’m delighted to accept your invitation to join the Boston Chamber of Commerce. At <Chamber event>.

I was very impressed by the group’s professionalism, ideas and commitment to helping local businesses grow. After that experience joining the Chamber seemed to be a natural. I look forward to working with you and the other members to further the cause of business in Boston. I thank you for your solicitations and your help in finding out more about the Chamber. I’ll see you at the meetings!

Regards,

Jim Karter

encl: <List of enclosed items goes here>

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03/17/05

<Recipient Address Goes Here>

Hello.

I recently came to your company for <service>. My experience was one of the most satisfying I have ever enjoyed with <a/an> <description of business>.

<description>

In an age when so many companies don’t seem to care about customer service any more, <name of business> does everything you claim you do, with a smile. I am one satisfied customer, and will continue to be for years to come. Thank you for your time.

Regards,

Jim Karter

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	Sample Letter #1: I want you to know that Jane is one of our most valued employees. She is bright, cheerful, and gets along well with even the most difficult personalities. She always comes to work full of enthusiasm, ready to take on new challenges, and eager to share her insights. You deserve to be very proud of her. If her qualities are indicative of what her parents are like, then you must be very special. Jane is fortunate to have such a supportive family. Thank you for your contribution to Jane’s success at Doe Corporation.
	Sample Letter #2: We want you to know how happy we are that Jane has joined our staff. She has brought new perspectives and boundless energy that has been welcomed by all. It is a delight to work with her. We know it is not easy to balance the demands of home with work, and we appreciate the accommodations you have made to support Jane in her professional opportunity. We will try to be as considerate as possible of your family’s needs.
	Sample Letter #3: We want to thank you for the way you supported John over the last few weeks as we were getting our new product into production. The long hours we have all worked have been a strain on our families, and your support for John has been outstanding. John’s work has been an essential part of our success with this new product. We hope you and John will now be able to enjoy some extra time together, as all members of the development team have been given an additional week of paid leave.
	Sample Letter #4: I wanted you to know how pleased we are to have your son working with us. Harold has proved time and again that hard work and patience make a great worker. In the six months he has been with us, Harold has never stopped challenging others’ notions about what he is capable of. Harold’s contributions are invaluable to our operation, not in spite of his disabilities, but in their own right. I know this strength of Harold’s must have come to him from his family. We all thank you for your support.

You can also build your own letters with easy steps, sample phrases and sentences:

1. Mention the employee by name and discuss how much you value him or her.

Sentences:

• Jane has been a wonderful employee these past five years and has contributed a great deal to our firm, especially in product research. We have greatly benefitted from her insights. Not only is she bright, but she works long, productive hours and often gets so involved in her work that she doesn’t notice that five o’clock has passed.
• Your son John has been a tremendous asset to our company since his first week on the job. He knows how to work well with others and always has excellent suggestions to offer.
• As you already know, John is a model employee. I am sure he must succeed not only at work, but in many other areas of life as well.
• It seems that Jane comes up with fresh, exciting ideas every day. She arrives at the office each morning full of energy and enthusiasm. We are fortunate to have her work with us.
• John is one of the most effective managers we have had at Doe Associates. He has a warm, personable style that motivates workers to do their best.
• When John applied for work at Doe Corporation last year, we had no idea he would change the very structure of our organization. We greatly value his contributions.

Phrases:

• a model employee
• a remarkable talent for
• am confident that
• an exceptional young
• an excellent work ethic
• are glad to have
• can certainly be proud of
• feel fortunate to have
• has succeeded in
• has contributed so much
• has been a wonderful
• has become a great asset
• have benefitted a great deal from
• have come to value
• how much we enjoy
• is highly valued
• one of our most
• will succeed in whatever
• works diligently and well

2. Thank the family member(s) for his or her contribution to the employee’s performance.

Sentences:

• In some of our personal conversations, Jane has told me how she has appreciated the support of her family in her career. We too are grateful.
• His ability to empathize with others’ concerns reflects well on the kind of environment in which he was reared. Thank you for your part in his success.
• We thought you would like to know what a remarkable job he is doing. Thank you for your support.
• We know that balancing the demands of family and career is never easy, but it appears that her family is a great support. Thank you for helping her be so productive.
• Thank you for helping him give his best.
• We know that no one can accomplish what he has without solid support from his family. We thank you.

Phrases:

• a bright future
• an exceptional family
• an outstanding future
• appreciates the support
• are aware of the occasions when
• are grateful to you
• are the beneficiaries of
• being there for
• giving us the opportunity
• have brought up such a fine
• how proud you must be
• how much we appreciate
• is a reflection
• look forward to
• makes a significant difference
• reflects the values of
• solid support from
• the support you give
• the way you help

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	Sample Letter #1: I will always remember your willingness to help me during my time of need. It takes a very special person to leave her important work on short notice and come to the aid of a neighbor. Your example is a wonderful lesson to us all. Please accept my sincere thanks.
	Sample Letter #2: My compliments on the way you conducted the division meeting this morning. I was surprised by the number of people who were opposed to the consolidation of our departments, but you handled the controversy remarkably well. You have an enviable ability to stay cool and help opposing parties reach agreement. It is a pleasure to work with you. Thanks for helping us all find the best solution.
	Sample Letter #3: When John had his automobile accident last month, many of us offered to help while he was convalescing at home. Our efforts made a difference because you took the time to organize volunteers for specific tasks on specific days. I admire your willingness, energy, and organizational abilities. Everyone in the neighborhood joins with me in thanking you for what you did. Your example has been a great lesson for us.

You can also build your own letters with easy steps, sample phrases and sentences:

1. Mention the reason why you are complimenting or praising the reader.

Sentences:

• Ever since you volunteered to take care of my sister’s children while she recuperated from her surgery, I have admired your unselfishness.
• I just want you to know that I think you are doing a terrific job.
• Congratulations on getting funding for the next phase of development. You are becoming something of a legend around here.
• I have learned more from you than from any teacher I have ever had.
• I talked to John Doe yesterday, and he said that you did a superb job of filling in for me.
• I was impressed by the way you handled the Little League team. I had no idea you were a coach.

Phrases:

• am so proud of the way
• congratulations on
• did such a wonderful job
• ever since you
• for your unwavering support during
• have taught me so much about
• have had great admiration for
• have had a profound effect on
• have restored my faith in
• how grateful I have been for
• how much I admire
• how impressed I have been
• knowing that I could count on you
• must congratulate you
• of how much you have meant to
• the superb job you have done
• want you to know
• was delighted to discover
• wonder if you are fully aware of

2. Acknowledge positive personal qualities or special efforts.

Sentences:

• I know that she feels comfortable leaving the children with you because of your caring, patient personality.
• You always manage to meet each deadline with high quality work.
• You definitely have a gift for writing convincing business plans.
• You have a way of explaining things that is easy for me to understand. Not everyone has such a gift.
• You have always put forth extra effort in your assignments. I really appreciate being the one who benefits this time.
• You are able to motivate the young players while staying positive. We truly appreciate that quality in the leaders of our youth.

Phrases:

• always manage to
• can always count on you
• composure and resolve
• concern and sensitivity
• cordial and helpful
• deserve the very best
• gave me the incentive to
• handled it like a pro
• have a gift for
• if it hadn’t been for you
• not sure how you managed
• particularly appreciate
• patience and determination
• such a flair
• the way you
• your patience with
• your valuable expertise
• your remarkable selflessness
• your ability to
• your willingness to
• your vision of
• your outstanding talent

3. Convey confidence in the reader or express appreciation.

Sentences:

• I know she appreciates everything you do.
• We are proud to have you on the team.
• You have a great future in this business.
• I am sure others feel the way I do.
• It’s great to have a colleague who will help this way.
• Thank you for your kindness.
• Thanks for being such a great example.
• Thanks for your helpful contributions.
• Thank you for helping me at this difficult time.
• Please accept my sincere gratitude.

Phrases:

• always knew that you
• am confident that
• are proud to
• are a great friend
• are an inspiration to
• can always count on you
• don’t know what we would have done
• for being there
• for being such a help
• for helping
• for your kindness
• have a great future
• is much appreciated
• know that you will succeed
• making a great contribution
• my respect and admiration
• please accept
• really appreciate all you’ve done
• sincere gratitude for
• such a great example
• thanks for everything
• to have you as part of our team

Source:Writeexpress

	Sample Letter #1: You must be very happy to graduate after four years of sacrifice and hard work. It takes special dedication and perseverance to get through such a demanding course of study. We congratulate you and wish you the best as you embark on your next exciting adventure. Your achievement is an example to us all. Keep in touch!
	Sample Letter #2: In celebration of the release of Doe 2009, I commend each of you for your dedication and hard work. You deserve to be proud of your achievement. May your future efforts be equally successful and rewarding. Thank you for the best Doe product ever!
	Sample Letter #3: I just learned that your essay won first place in national competition. Congratulations! I know how strongly you felt about the issue, and how long you worked on developing your argument. You are a good example of how commitment and hard work pay off. This honor indicates a promising future in journalism and public service. We wish you the very best.
	Sample Letter #4: I congratulate you for getting your bachelor’s degree this spring. Your accomplishing this while maintaining a home and raising three children is a marvelous achievement. Your determination to reach your goal has been admirable. I’m sure your husband, who has been your chief support, must be very proud of you. You are a good role model

You can also build your own letters with easy steps, sample phrases and sentences:

1. State the reason for the compliment.

Sentences:

• Many of you may not know that we have a hero in our midst. Last Saturday John Doe rescued two children from a sinking boat.
• I appreciated your outstanding performance in the school play. The director made the right move when he cast you as Petruchio.
• We want to tell you how proud we are of you for your outstanding achievement in obtaining your Bachelor of Arts degree.
• I just learned of the award you recently received from the Doe Society.
• We are proud to have such an outstanding design team working on our product. You truly deserved the Doe Award for best performance of the year.
• I wasn’t at all surprised to hear that you were elected chairperson of our committee, but I was very pleased.
• I had the pleasure of reading your latest article and enjoyed it tremendously. You have a great talent for capturing the humor in everyday life.

Phrases:

• a job well done
• accept my sincere congratulations
• are proud to
• commend you for
• could not imagine a more deserving
• delighted to hear
• had the pleasure of
• heartiest congratulations
• honored your achievements
• how much I appreciated
• just learned of
• may not know
• may not be aware
• not surprised
• this significant accomplishment
• this prestigious award
• very proud of her
• want to tell you
• was happy to learn of
• were very pleased to hear
• would like you to know
• your outstanding performance
• your outstanding achievement

2. Acknowledge the personal qualities required to reach the achievement or accomplishment.

Sentences:

• His actions are a reflection of the courage and unselfishness that we have come to recognize in him.
• The years you have invested in studying drama have paid off. As I watched the play, I didn’t see my friend John Doe; I saw Petruchio.
• I know how difficult it must have been to work part-time, go to school full-time, and still set aside quality time with your family. You are an excellent example to us all.
• This is a significant accomplishment that undoubtedly required the dedication and cooperation of the whole team.
• It is a tribute to your administrative talent and your hard work.
• You must have spent weeks traveling the byways of our state to gather the stories you wove together so skillfully.

Phrases:

• worthy role model
• desire for success
• developed your talent for
• earned the respect of
• fortitude and perseverance
• genuine caring for
• has a gift for
• has the determination to
• inherent desire to achieve
• knowledge and experience
• outstanding talent
• perseverance and sheer hard work
• person of unquestioned integrity
• presence of mind
• sensitivity to the needs of
• set a fine example for
• stamina and ambition
• stand up for what is right and fair
• the courage to keep going
• will to succeed
• willingness to dedicate yourself to
• willingness to help

3. Extend your wishes for continued success.

Sentences:

• We wish you similar success in the future.
• Best wishes to you in your new position.
• I commend you for your achievement and hope you will enjoy its rewards for years to come.
• We compliment you on your success and send our best wishes for the future.
• We appreciate your devotion to your position and wish that we had more leaders like you.
• Thank you for setting such a wonderful example.
• I admire your stamina and ambition. Good luck with your next project.
• Please accept our compliments and wishes for your happiness and success.
• I know you are the right person for the job. You have my full support.
• I give you my best wishes for your future endeavors.
• As your friend, I am perhaps your biggest fan. Good luck on your next project.

Phrases:

• appreciation for
• are very proud of you
• cannot overestimate the value of
• commend you for
• congratulations to
• continue to excel
• enjoy the rewards of
• for all you do to
• for proving that
• good luck with
• have my full support
• in the future
• in your new
• keep up the good work
• our best wishes
• thank you for
• will be watching your
• wish you continued success
• wish you similar success with
• wish to express our
• years to come
• your happiness and success
• your devotion to
• your many contributions to
• your future endeavors

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	Sample Letter #1: I want you to know you have an exceptional employee, Jane Doe, in your support division. Her calm, patient manner was a great help to me when my frustration was at an all-time high. Her knowledge of the software and her remarkable problem-solving abilities are rare indeed. If the quality of a firm’s employees is an indication of future success, then Doe Corporation has a very bright future.
	Sample Letter #2: I am writing to thank you for the training seminar you arranged, and to especially thank you for sending Mr. Doe to be our primary instructor. He did his homework well, and was more aware of our needs than any of our previous instructors. We appreciate the time he took to study samples of our work in advance so his comments were immediately applicable. We would welcome his instruction again. Please convey our thanks to Mr. Doe.
	Sample Letter #3: As manager of our computer department, I commend your employee, John Doe, for the prompt and courteous service he gave us last week. He determined our cable needs and produced a fair written estimate very quickly. Once he started the work, he stayed on location until he had installed all additional computers. You can be certain that we shall ask for him personally to serve our future needs.
	Sample Letter #4: I wish to commend your receptionist, Jane Doe, for the way she handled our problem yesterday. She was courteous and friendly as she made half a dozen telephone calls on my behalf, not giving up until she had traced the missing shipment. Such professionalism is rare nowadays. Ms. Doe is an asset to your organization and is part of the reason I look forward to doing business with you again in the future.

You can also build your own letters with easy steps, sample phrases and sentences:

1. State why you are complimenting the employee.

Sentences:

• We have thoroughly enjoyed our relationship with your company, especially because your customer service representative, John Doe, has been so helpful.
• Your representative, Jane Doe, is to be commended for her outstanding work on your last project.
• We want you to know how impressed we were with the way Jane Doe handled the delinquent accounts.
• During a recent internal audit, John Doe found a rather large discrepancy in our financial records. Had he not found that error, our corporation could have faced heavy legal fees.
• I want to tell you how pleased I am with the landscaping plan your new intern prepared for me.

Phrases:

• a very helpful attitude
• among the finest I’ve seen
• by your co-workers
• commendations and congratulations
• convey my appreciation to
• exceptional work done by
• express my appreciation for
• has been extremely helpful
• have thoroughly enjoyed
• have been deeply impressed
• have come to admire
• how pleased we have been
• how impressed we were
• how highly we think of his efforts
• how much we appreciate
• how pleased I am
• is to be commended for
• please accept
• received exceptional service
• want to let you know
• with the services of

2. Acknowledge the employee’s qualities that made the contribution worthwhile.

Sentences:

• His attention to detail helped our work move smoothly, without a single legal snag.
• His broad knowledge of the machinery has helped our trouble shooters keep the assembly line moving during the periods of heaviest demand.
• Her public relations skills helped us collect on most of the accounts that others had given up on. We hope she will be available for future cooperation.
• We commend his attention to detail. He is the most thorough accountant we have had work on our books.
• She has a good sense for balance, with the right mix of colors and textures.

Phrases:

• a pleasure to work with
• an excellent sense of
• attention to detail
• broad knowledge of
• consistently gone out of her way to
• courteous, well-trained staff
• dependable and thoughtful
• diligence and skill
• efficiently and with good humor
• going the extra mile
• has helped us to
• intelligent and cooperative
• made sure everything ran smoothly
• never-failing professionalism
• one of your company’s greatest assets
• particularly astute in
• professional and courteous
• public relations skills
• stays calm under pressure
• the time and thought he put into
• took care of all the details
• took the trouble to
• went out of his way to
• willingness to help

3. Express appreciation and wishes for continued success.

Sentences:

• Thanks again for assigning him to work with us. Best wishes for the future.
• We send our warm regards and wish you continued success.
• We wish you similar successes with your other clients.
• Please convey our appreciation to Jane for a job well done. We hope we can work together again.
• May your future endeavors be as successful as this one has been.
• You are fortunate to have Jane as an employee. Best wishes to her and the rest of you at Doe Corporation.

Phrases:

• are looking forward to
• best wishes for
• congratulations on your
• continue your tradition of
• convey my compliments to
• how much we appreciate
• keep up the good work
• one of your greatest assets
• our sincere thanks and appreciation
• our warmest regards
• please let everyone involved know
• please pass my appreciation on to
• please thank him for us
• thank you for
• thanks to the efficiency of
• want you to know
• will assure the continued success of
• wish you continued success
• working together again
• would like to thank her for

Source:Writeexpress

	Sample Letter #1: I recently had the good fortune of reading your article regarding investment strategies. It was well-written and contained sound, practical advice. In fact, I have already benefitted from your discussion on risk versus return. You pointed out several things that I will remember for years to come. I look forward to reading your next informative work. Thank you.
	Sample Letter #2: Please accept our thanks and congratulations on the success of your recent series on young scholars in our community. We see so much of the negative side of life in the media that it is refreshing to have a positive, upbeat report on the good things that are happening. I think the report was a great motivator for many students who need a little extra push. Our schools are doing a good job with limited resources, and they appreciate all the help we can give them. Thanks again for such uplifting coverage.
	Sample Letter #3: I always enjoy your column in our local newsletter. You have a gift for discussing family interactions in truthful yet amusing ways. It seems I can always identify experiences in my own family with those you describe. Your articles help us realize that our problems are typical, and we can solve them in constructive ways. Thank you and keep these good articles coming.
	Sample Letter #4: I have just finished reading the article you wrote on recycling published in the June issue of Springfield Journal. I want to tell you how much I appreciated your clearly written and thought-provoking article. While much has been written on this topic, your article expresses both the positive and negative aspects of this important topic, without taking an emotional stance on either side of the issue. Thank you for your thorough research and clear writing.

You can also build your own letters with easy steps, sample phrases and sentences:

1. Tell the reader that you enjoyed or appreciated his or her work.

Sentences:

• I read your recent article about unemployment in our community and sincerely appreciated its message.
• Your article on business expansion in our area was very enlightening.
• I just finished reading your book Doe’s Ways and wanted to tell you how much I enjoyed it.
• I compliment you on the way you handled that difficult interview with John Doe.
• Thank you for the update on white collar crime. It was a sobering report.
• I appreciate your covering the Doe merger in your recent telecasts.
• I commend you for your excellent report on the homeless in our city.

Phrases:

• add my praise to
• admired the way you dealt with
• appreciate your coverage
• are to be commended for
• commend you for
• congratulate you on
• excellent series of
• for the update on
• have long admired your
• how disturbed I was
• how much I enjoyed
• just finished reading
• read your recent
• sincerely appreciated the message
• such an outstanding
• want you to know
• was a first-rate
• was most enlightening

2. State specifically what you liked about the reader’s work.

Sentences:

• The article clearly showed each side of the issue and raised many questions that most voters have not considered.
• The report was well documented, so no one can claim that it was just one person’s opinion.
• The timing for the article was perfect, and your arguments were compelling.
• Your piece was very revealing. I had never heard the issue presented in that light.
• Your topics are always interesting and educational. We have especially enjoyed the nature programs. Our entire family sits down each Monday evening to watch them.

Phrases:

• clear, incisive analysis of
• clearly showed both sides
• complete and accurate
• easy to understand
• excellent background information
• expertly researched and written
• explained so clearly
• helped me to see more clearly
• intelligent and articulate
• most refreshing
• raised some important questions
• seeing different points of view
• seem to have a gift for
• such a clear depiction of
• such a concise explanation
• the skill with which you
• this vitally important topic
• was well documented
• was most thought-provoking
• will surely be of great value

3. Close by thanking the writer for his or her work.

Sentences:

• Thank you for making me aware of such an important issue.
• I appreciate your insights.
• Thank you for adding local interest stories to the evening news.
• I am grateful that we have such a strong voice in the media, someone who does not hesitate to speak her mind on the importance of the family.
• Reports like yours help support the efforts of small businesses like mine. Thank you.
• Thank you for your weekly column. I look forward to it every Sunday.
• You deserve thanks for your commitment to bringing the public such vital information.

Phrases:

• am grateful for
• best wishes for
• congratulations
• for a job well done
• for speaking your mind
• for having the courage
• for making me aware
• for your insights
• hope you will continue to
• how much I appreciate
• keep up the good work
• keeping us informed
• look forward to
• raising public awareness
• seeing more of your work
• thank you for
• your skill and effort
• your professional approach
• your further success

Source:Writeexpress

	Sample Letter #1: I want you to know you have an exceptional employee, Jane Doe, in your support division. Her calm, patient manner was a great help to me when my frustration was at an all-time high. Her knowledge of the software and her remarkable problem-solving abilities are rare indeed. If the quality of a firm’s employees is an indication of future success, then Doe Corporation has a very bright future.
	Sample Letter #2: I am writing to thank you for the training seminar you arranged, and to especially thank you for sending Mr. Doe to be our primary instructor. He did his homework well, and was more aware of our needs than any of our previous instructors. We appreciate the time he took to study samples of our work in advance so his comments were immediately applicable. We would welcome his instruction again. Please convey our thanks to Mr. Doe.
	Sample Letter #3: As manager of our computer department, I commend your employee, John Doe, for the prompt and courteous service he gave us last week. He determined our cable needs and produced a fair written estimate very quickly. Once he started the work, he stayed on location until he had installed all additional computers. You can be certain that we shall ask for him personally to serve our future needs.
	Sample Letter #4: I wish to commend your receptionist, Jane Doe, for the way she handled our problem yesterday. She was courteous and friendly as she made half a dozen telephone calls on my behalf, not giving up until she had traced the missing shipment. Such professionalism is rare nowadays. Ms. Doe is an asset to your organization and is part of the reason I look forward to doing business with you again in the future.

You can also build your own letters with easy steps, sample phrases and sentences:

1. State why you are complimenting the employee.

Sentences:

• We have thoroughly enjoyed our relationship with your company, especially because your customer service representative, John Doe, has been so helpful.
• Your representative, Jane Doe, is to be commended for her outstanding work on your last project.
• We want you to know how impressed we were with the way Jane Doe handled the delinquent accounts.
• During a recent internal audit, John Doe found a rather large discrepancy in our financial records. Had he not found that error, our corporation could have faced heavy legal fees.
• I want to tell you how pleased I am with the landscaping plan your new intern prepared for me.

Phrases:

• a very helpful attitude
• among the finest I’ve seen
• by your co-workers
• commendations and congratulations
• convey my appreciation to
• exceptional work done by
• express my appreciation for
• has been extremely helpful
• have thoroughly enjoyed
• have been deeply impressed
• have come to admire
• how pleased we have been
• how impressed we were
• how highly we think of his efforts
• how much we appreciate
• how pleased I am
• is to be commended for
• please accept
• received exceptional service
• want to let you know
• with the services of

2. Acknowledge the employee’s qualities that made the contribution worthwhile.

Sentences:

• His attention to detail helped our work move smoothly, without a single legal snag.
• His broad knowledge of the machinery has helped our trouble shooters keep the assembly line moving during the periods of heaviest demand.
• Her public relations skills helped us collect on most of the accounts that others had given up on. We hope she will be available for future cooperation.
• We commend his attention to detail. He is the most thorough accountant we have had work on our books.
• She has a good sense for balance, with the right mix of colors and textures.

Phrases:

• a pleasure to work with
• an excellent sense of
• attention to detail
• broad knowledge of
• consistently gone out of her way to
• courteous, well-trained staff
• dependable and thoughtful
• diligence and skill
• efficiently and with good humor
• going the extra mile
• has helped us to
• intelligent and cooperative
• made sure everything ran smoothly
• never-failing professionalism
• one of your company’s greatest assets
• particularly astute in
• professional and courteous
• public relations skills
• stays calm under pressure
• the time and thought he put into
• took care of all the details
• took the trouble to
• went out of his way to
• willingness to help

3. Express appreciation and wishes for continued success.

Sentences:

• Thanks again for assigning him to work with us. Best wishes for the future.
• We send our warm regards and wish you continued success.
• We wish you similar successes with your other clients.
• Please convey our appreciation to Jane for a job well done. We hope we can work together again.
• May your future endeavors be as successful as this one has been.
• You are fortunate to have Jane as an employee. Best wishes to her and the rest of you at Doe Corporation.

Phrases:

• are looking forward to
• best wishes for
• congratulations on your
• continue your tradition of
• convey my compliments to
• how much we appreciate
• keep up the good work
• one of your greatest assets
• our sincere thanks and appreciation
• our warmest regards
• please let everyone involved know
• please pass my appreciation on to
• please thank him for us
• thank you for
• thanks to the efficiency of
• want you to know
• will assure the continued success of
• wish you continued success
• working together again
• would like to thank her for

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	Sample Letter #1: I thoroughly enjoyed your presentation yesterday evening. Your delivery was so engaging that I lost all track of time. By any measure you are a very effective speaker and educator. I found your comments regarding future computers especially intriguing. On behalf of the Doe Corporation, thank you for a memorable presentation and hope you will visit us again.
	Sample Letter #2: We want to tell you how much we enjoyed your presentation to our study group last Friday. We have been reading a lot about the history of our state, and your illustrated talk made it all come alive for us. Those of us who have ancestors who settled this region were especially grateful for your discussion their contributions. It was thoughtful of you to add those personal observations. Your talk also gave a great boost to our efforts to recruit additional members. Thank you very much for an enlightening and stimulating presentation.
	Sample Letter #3: Congratulations on the speech you gave at the annual symposium last Friday. The topic was timely, and you presented the material on the new innovations in a way that everyone could understand. I personally feel much more confident working with the new system now than I did before your presentation. Thank you for a very valuable experience.

You can also build your own letters with easy steps, sample phrases and sentences:

1. Tell the speaker that you enjoyed his or her speech.

Sentences:

• I enjoyed the lecture you gave at Doe University last Tuesday.
• I appreciated the speech you gave yesterday.
• I want to compliment you on your speech. It was very relevant to our current debates on funding local education.
• I am very grateful you took the time out of your busy schedule to address our small group.
• You gave a terrific presentation at this year’s Doe symposium.
• We were all pleased with your topic for Saturday’s lecture.
• Your comments the other evening were exactly what I needed to hear.
• Your discussion-group presentation was the highlight of the conference.

Phrases:

• a most valuable addition to
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• appreciate the time you gave
• express my appreciation for
• feel fortunate to have
• how much I appreciated
• the highlight of
• thoroughly enjoyed the
• want to compliment you on
• want you to know
• was a great success
• was a pleasure to listen to
• was most stimulating
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• were enthralled by
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• your fascinating presentation on
• your presentation was
• your insightful presentation

2. Mention specifically what you liked about the speech or presentation and, if appropriate, explain how you have personally benefited from the speech.

Sentences:

• It was the best lecture of the year. You were witty and very informative.
• You maintained remarkable poise in the face of a potentially hostile audience.
• As usual, your speech brought new insights from current research. Your talks always motivate our staff to stick with their work.
• Your presentation drew the audience in and held their attention for two full hours. There was never a dull moment.
• I was glad you reserved a few minutes to field questions. Your answers were very insightful.
• It was a pleasure to hear your humorous stories.
• Your remarks triggered new ideas that will benefit our corporation for years to come.
• You helped kindle a renewed enthusiasm for my profession.
• I plan to implement some of your ideas with my own clientele.
• You gave me a new sense of pride in my career.
• We have already begun to implement some of your suggestions and are confident they will improve our manufacturing process.
• Since we have just purchased a new home, your remarks about personal money management were especially helpful.
• After listening to your report on the situation in Third World countries, I knew I had chosen the right course of study.

Phrases:

• both the style and the substance of your
• both witty and informative
• brought new insights
• came alive for me
• clear, factual analysis
• delightfully entertaining
• gave rise to ongoing discussion
• gave me a new sense of
• have already taken steps to
• heartily agree with you that
• hit the nail on the head
• imaginative presentation of
• intelligent, well thought-out solutions to
• particularly appreciated your
• plan to implement your
• put some of your ideas into practice
• rekindled an enthusiasm for
• triggered new ideas
• used humor to make your point
• valuable information you gave
• were especially helpful
• will certainly help me in
• your in-depth knowledge of
• your original approach to

3. Conclude by thanking the speaker. Sentences:

• Thank you for your helpful comments.
• Thank you for your enlightening speech.
• I appreciated your lecture and felt as if you were speaking directly to me.
• Please accept our thanks for a great presentation
• Thank you for speaking to us this week.
• We thank you for your stimulating speech

Phrases:

• accept our thanks for
• am grateful for
• best wishes for
• for an outstanding
• for all the
• for your time and effort
• for adding so much to our
• for speaking at our
• giving us such a worthwhile
• hope you will be able to
• it was our privilege to
• look forward to
• on behalf of
• particularly appreciated your
• such an excellent
• thank you once again for
• thank you for
• will be sure to
• wish you continued success
• your most helpful

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