目录

  • 1 Chapter 1 An Overview of Business Writing
    • 1.1 Functions of Business Writing
    • 1.2 Six C’s—Criteria and Techniques for Effective Business Writing
  • 2 Chapter 2 Structure and Styles of Business Letters
    • 2.1 Structure of Business Letters
    • 2.2 Styles of Business Letters, Envelope Addressing
  • 3 Chapter 3 Sales-related Inquiries and Replies
    • 3.1 Introduction to Sales-related Inquiries and Replies
    • 3.2 Sample Analysis & Sample Contrast
  • 4 Chapter 4 Order Letters and Confirmation Letters
    • 4.1 Introduction to Order Letters and Confirmation Letters
    • 4.2 Sample Analysis & Sample Contrast
  • 5 Chapter 5 Sales Letters
    • 5.1 Introduction to Sales Letters
    • 5.2 Sample Analysis & Sample Contrast
  • 6 Chapter 6 Invitations and Thank-you Letters
    • 6.1 Introduction to Invitations and Thank-you Letters
    • 6.2 Sample Analysis & Sample Contrast
  • 7 Chapter 7 Letters of Apology and Congratulation
    • 7.1 Introduction to Letters of Apology and Congratulation
    • 7.2 Sample Analysis & Sample Contrast
  • 8 Chapter 8 Complaint Letters
    • 8.1 Introduction to Complaint Letters
    • 8.2 Sample Analysis & Sample Contrast
  • 9 Chapter 9 Notice and Announcement
    • 9.1 Introduction to Notice and Announcement
    • 9.2 Sample Analysis & Sample Contrast
  • 10 Chapter 10 Memos
    • 10.1 Introduction to Memos
    • 10.2 Sample Analysis & Sample Contrast
  • 11 Chapter 11 Minutes
    • 11.1 Introduction to Minutes
    • 11.2 Sample Analysis & Sample Contrast
  • 12 Chapter 12 Job Advertisements
    • 12.1 Introduction to Job Advertisements
    • 12.2 Sample Analysis & Sample Contrast
  • 13 Chapter 13 Resume
    • 13.1 Introduction to Resume
    • 13.2 Sample Analysis & Sample Contrast
  • 14 Chapter 14 Letters of Application
    • 14.1 Introduction to Letters of Application
    • 14.2 Sample Analysis & Sample Contrast
Sample Analysis & Sample Contrast

  

Objectives of Learning Module 6.2

  1. Sample Analysis

     

  2. Sample Contrast

     

  3. Writing Practice

     

     

More samples of  Invitations  

Accept an invitation to an event

Accept an invitation to join an organization

Accept an invitation to speak or perform

Decline an invitation to an event

Decline an invitation to join an organization

Decline an invitation to speak or perform

Extend a formal invitation

Extend an invitation for a job interview

Extend an invitation to a business social event

Extend an invitation to a personal social event

Extend an invitation to attend a trade show, seminar, or conference

Extend an invitation to join an organization

Extend an invitation to open an account

Extend an invitation to participate in or attend a fundraising event

Extend an invitation to speak or perform

Extend invitations to seasonal parties: Halloween, St. Patrick's Day, Valentine's Day, etc. (business and perso

 

 More samples of Thank-you Letters 

Thank a customer or client

Thank someone for a compliment or praise

Thank someone for a favor

Thank someone for a gift

Thank someone for a job well done

Thank someone for a philanthropic contribution

Thank someone for a pleasant occasion

Thank someone for a referral or recommendation

Thank someone for a reply or response

Thank someone for a speech or presentation

Thank someone for accepting your advice or recommendation

Thank someone for advice or a suggestion

Thank someone for an appointment, interview, or meeting

Thank someone for an award, bonus, or raise

Thank someone for an inquiry

Thank someone for expressions of sympathy

Thank someone for goods or materials received

Thank someone for help or support

Thank someone for hospitality

Thank someone for information

Thank someone for media exposure

Thank someone for visiting a place or attending an event

After Class Exercises of Chapter 6

1. Write a thank-you letter according to the given situation:

You graduated from college with a double major in accounting and arts, and accepted a job with a world-famous company. During your three-year stay, you worked closely with other stuff members. However, an illness of your family has required you to relocate to your hometown. The senior manager was instrumental in helping you gain a similar position with another company in your hometown. Write the manager a thank-you letter.You should use at least 150 words to write this letter.

2. Write an English invitation card and an English invitation letter according to the given situation.

北京原子能研究所主任罗伯特.申斯通先生邀请迪金森夫妇参加接待北京能源研究所高级工程师刘文岭先生的宴会。时间:2017年7月9日,星期日,晚上7点;地点:北京东长安大街(East Chang'an Avenue)10号长安俱乐部(Chang'an club);联系电话: 010-652299XX,要求正装出席。

Invitation card:

 

 

 

 

 

 

Invitation letter: