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Letter writing tips & resources

Expert guides on writing and delivering unforgettable letters, for weddings, eulogies, toasts, presentations and every moment in between.

How to Write a Personal Letter That Leaves a Lasting Effect
Personal Letter

How to Write a Personal Letter That Leaves a Lasting Effect

Personal letters have a magic all their own, letting you share gratitude, apologies, or heartfelt stories in a way that…

June 10, 2025
How to Write a Complaint Letter
Professional Letter

How to Write a Complaint Letter

Learning how to write a complaint letter can feel daunting. You might worry about sounding too harsh or missing a…

June 6, 2025
Writing a Letter to a Judge That Makes an Impact
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Writing a Letter to a Judge That Makes an Impact

If you’re wondering how to write a letter to a judge, you’re in the right place. Whether you’re a friend,…

June 5, 2025
How to Write a Letter of Interest
Cover Letter

How to Write a Letter of Interest

Picture this: you’re excited about a company’s mission but there’s no job posting. What do you do? A letter of…

June 4, 2025
What Professional Letter Writing Actually Means
Professional Letter

What Professional Letter Writing Actually Means

If you’ve ever found yourself wondering how to make a strong impression in your workplace correspondence, you’re not alone. Professional…

June 3, 2025
How to Write a Recommendation Letter for a Coworker
Reference Letter

How to Write a Recommendation Letter for a Coworker

How to write a recommendation letter for a coworker or employee: understand your role, gather evidence, highlight the right strengths, and tailor it to internal or external roles.

June 2, 2025
How to Ask for a Letter of Recommendation (With Email Templates)
Reference Letter

How to Ask for a Letter of Recommendation (With Email Templates)

How to ask for a letter of recommendation: who to ask, how much notice to give, what to hand your recommender, email templates for every situation, and how to follow up.

May 31, 2025
Reference Letters: A Complete Guide With Examples
Reference Letter

Reference Letters: A Complete Guide With Examples

What a reference letter is, how it differs from a recommendation letter, the format that works, and the main types — academic, workplace, and character — with examples.

May 30, 2025
How to Address an Envelope Correctly
Fundamentals

How to Address an Envelope Correctly

How to address an envelope correctly: what you need, where the recipient and return addresses go, the format for international and military mail, and a pre-mailing checklist.

May 29, 2025
How to Write a Cover Letter With No Experience
Cover Letter

How to Write a Cover Letter With No Experience

How to write a cover letter with no work experience: lead with transferable skills, match the job description, show genuine enthusiasm, and back it with concrete examples.

May 28, 2025
How to Make a Cover Letter That Gets You Noticed
Cover Letter

How to Make a Cover Letter That Gets You Noticed

How to write a cover letter that gets read: understand the company, personalise the greeting, prove your skills with examples, and frame everything around what the employer gains.

May 27, 2025
Letter Salutations: Examples and Common Mistakes
Fundamentals

Letter Salutations: Examples and Common Mistakes

How to choose the right letter salutation — formal vs. informal, addressing people by name, cultural differences, email greetings, and the mistakes to avoid, with examples.

May 26, 2025
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