If you want to build your professional networks, or help someone else build theirs, a letter of introduction can be a powerful tool. But an introduction letter is different from a cover letter or a letter of recommendation, so it’s important to get it right! You might write an introduction letter to:
We’ll look at both types of introductory letter below.
Sometimes, you may need to introduce yourself to someone for professional reasons (e.g., someone you want to work with or who works in an industry you want to break into). But if the person doesn’t know you, you need to take care with your letter of introduction. The basic format is:
We’ll include an example of this kind of letter below.
Dear Mr. Smith,
My name is Cath Jones and I’m a freelance designer based in Devonport. I have eight years of design experience across a range of corporate and non-profit organizations.
I’m getting in touch with you because I’m a fan of ABC Organization’s work in the charity sector and I’ve heard great things about how you operate. I’d love to arrange a meeting with you to discuss how you work and whether there may be opportunities to work together in future.
I’d love to hear from you when you have a moment. You can contact me on 222 222 000 or at email@email.com. If you’re interested, my website cathjones.com has examples of my work.
Thanks for your time. I look forward to hearing from you.
Kind regards,
Cath
If you are writing an introduction letter for someone else (e.g., a colleague or friend), you will usually be writing to someone you know. As such, you can often be less formal. However, there is still a basic format to follow:
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If someone has asked you to write them a letter of introduction, they think your opinion matters; if you’ve agreed to do it, you’ve likely got something to say about that person. Maybe you can see where the introduction could be mutually beneficial. If so, make that clear to the reader.
As above, we’ll include an example of this kind of letter below.
Hi Ron,
I know you’re working on a new project so I wanted to pass on the contact details for Cath Jones. Cath is an experienced designer who worked with us on our recent “Live Life” campaign.
I’ve worked with Cath on previous projects as well. She always delivers great results and is a pleasure to work with, so I think she’d be a useful contact for you.
Cath’s website is cathjones.com if you want to take a look at her work. Her contact details are 222 222 000 or email@email.com.
Good luck with the project and hope all is well!
Best wishes,
Sally
Whether you’re writing to introduce yourself or someone else, you want to make things easy for the recipient. It’s important to:
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