Business and Administrative Communication 10th Edition by Kitty Locker,Donna Kienzler

Exercise 12

All-Weather, Inc., invited applications for the position of sales representative (Residential Sales). To be based in Nebraska, this person will be mainly responsible for sales of All-Weather's vinyl windows in local markets, including single- and double-hung windows and casement windows. The job description for the position reads as follows:

Below are two cover letters received from applicants. In an e-mail to your instructor, discuss the strengths and weaknesses of both. Judging just from their cover letter, which applicant would you prefer to hire Why