Instituto Guatemalteco Americano Computación y Commercial English Mishel García 6to Secretariado C Grethel Ramos 6to Secretariado A

SUMMARY OF COMMERCIAL LETTER

EMPLOYMENT CORRESPONDENCE Before you write your resume or cover letter, you must think about yourself because your employment correspondence must give a prospective employer a positive and desirable picture of your personality, background and experiences. In any order as you think of a list such facts as: •Jobs held •Schools attended Areas majored in •Special courses you have participated in •Memberships you have held •Awards or honors you have received •Sports you enjoy •Languages you speak •Special interests you have •Special skills you have When a resume is mailed to an employer, a cover letter should be included. A sample letter of application is attached. A well written letter will almost always create interest even when rapidly reviewed in a few short seconds.

RESUME The resume is sometimes called a data sheet or vita. It is an outline of all you have to offer a new employer. . It creates a first impression about you to the employer. It presents your qualifications to a prospective employer and convinces the employer that you are a qualified candidate. The information contained on your resume must be accurate and complete. It should consist of facts. The objective of the résumé is to get you an interview. Highlight your knowledge, skills and experience Show how your personal qualities and professional capabilities satisfy the employer’s requirements Differentiate you from the crowd by emphasizing your accomplishments

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Name: Mabelyn Mishell García Eguizábal

Address: 9 Avenue 19-54, Zone 6

Telephone Number: 4565-0054

E-mail address: bff_mishell@hotmail.com

Objective: To be a successful person and increase my skills and experience in the

law field.

Instituto Guatemalteco Americano- IGA

Bilingual Secretarial

Graduation Date: October 29, 2012

2010-2012

Colegio San Benito

Middle School

2007-2009

Colegio Belga Guatemalteco

Elementary School and Kindergarten

1998-2006

DPI: 2305 40163 0101

Date of birth: August 10, 1993

Civil status: Single

Age: 18 years old

Gender: Female

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Instituto Guatemalteco Americano-

IGA

Secretarial pre- practices

November, 2011

Cervecería Centroamericana

Secretarial Practices

September, 2012

Translation: English to

Spanish and Spanish

to English

Typing: 50 Clean Lines

WPM

Shorthand: 80 WPM

Efficient in Microsoft

Word, WordPerfect,

Excel, PowerPoint,

Access, Paint.

Instituto Guatemalteco Americano-IGA

Thirdly certificate

2009

Instituto Guatemalteco Americano-IGA

Certificates of conferences

2009-2012

Swimming certificate

Computer certificate

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Work experience:

Skills:

Honors and

Activities

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References:

Dr. Don Smith

English Professor

233 Howard Hall

Des Moines, Iowa 50311

(502) 2871-2222 professor.smith@drake.edu

Ms. Marilyn Mitchell

Director of Human Resources

1111 Grand Avenue

West Des Moines, Iowa 50265 (502) 2677-3333

Mr. John Doe

Manager of Volunteer Services

1290 9th Street

Des Moines, Iowa 50309 (502) 2667-5555

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RESUME

NAME: Grethel Michelle Ramos Pardo

DIRECTION: 4th Street 1-46, Zone 2 Boca del Monte, Guatemala TELEPHONE NUMBER: 24480410-52812543

PERSONAL INFORMATION

Birthplace: Guatemala City

Date of Birth: May 22, 1993

Height: 1.62 m

Weight: 132 lb

Civil Status: Single

Age: 18

Sex: Feminine

EDUCATION

•Kindergarten: Colegio Benedictino de Guatemala

•Elementary School: Colegio Benedictino de Guatemala

•High School: Insituto Guatemalteco Americano-IGA

•University: Rafael Landivar

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Labour Experiences Flight attendant Receptionist of Hotel Camino Real Secretary Bilingual MERITS Etiquette Diploma Secretary Convention Diploma Tecnics Skills Use of the computer; Word, Excel, Power Point, Publisher. Use of the machine of write electricity. Use of the printer. Curses Realized Curses of English in the Instituto Guatemalteco Americano Objectives: Has the experience of work in different works and that has more experience for my future in others works. Also have new opportunities in other countries for my job.

LETTER OF APPLICATION A letter of application, also known as a cover letter, is a document sent with your resume to provide additional information on your skills and experience. Effective application letters explain the reasons for your interest in the specific organization and identify your most relevant skills or experiences.

April 23, 2012

Mr. Alice Mendez

5 Avenue 3-47, Zone 2

01002 Guatemala

Dear Mr. Mendez:

I would like to apply for the position of Executive Secretary that you mentioned in your

advertisement of Prensa Libre on Monday, April 15.

I graduated from IGA with a 90% average in my grades. I worked in the Cervecería

Centroamericana; my boss was Mr. Alejandro Montero, the company´s owner. My service

was generally that for a Bilingual Secretary. In addition to the usual typing, shorthand and

take dictation; I am responsible, confident and sincere effort.

I would appreciate your giving me the opportunity to discuss my abilities in person. I

would be happy to come for an interview at your convenience; you can call me at 3743-

4832.

Sincerely yours,

Mishell García

Bilingual Secretary

Enclosure: Resume

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21 West Main Streer

Brookline, New York 11222

April 23, 2012

Mr. Mario Barrientos

14 Eas Elm Estreet

Cochecton, Massachusetts 02144

Dear Mr. Barrientos:

I am writing about the job of Executive Secretary that was advertised in the

Conford Evening News last week.

I am graduated from Instituto Guatemalteco Americano as a Bilingual

Secretary, this position particularly interests me because it would enable me to

make full use of administrative and organization skill. I consider as my assets:

my proficiency in both written and spoken English, French and Spanish, my

computer skills. And my skill of take shorthand and typing very well.

My resume is enclosed with this letter. Thank you for taking to read this letter

of application for Executive Secretary.

Sincerely yours,

Grethel Ramos

Follow up

Few people nowadays send a follow-up letter after an interview. A follow-up letter should be courteous and brief. It should merely thank the employer for the interview and restate your interest in the job.

April 25, 2012

Mrs. Alice Mendez

5 Avenue 3-47, Zone 2

01002 Guatemala

Dear Mrs. Mendez:

Thank you for giving me an opportunity to discuss my secretarial qualifications in person.

I know that your company has the most efficient personal; therefore, I would like to give me

the chance to put my training to work for you.

I am enclosing a reference letter that you requested in the interview. Please feel free to call

me at 3742-4362. I look forward to hearing from you about this position.

Atentamente,

Mishell García

Bilingual Secretary

Enclosure: 1

Mishell G.

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April 26, 2012

Mrs. Christine Samson

165 Block, Brooklyn Avenue,

Thornville, Ontario

Canada

Dear Mrs. Samson:

I would like to thank you for your time spent during the interview. It was a wonderful experience for me because I learned

so many things from you.

For many years, I worked with a multinational company , I believe my expertise in this field would be an asset to your

company. Additionally, we can get into partnership of excelling in this department to contribute to the company’s success.

Also, I would like to know my status regarding my application in your prestigious company. I hope you can give me chance

to prove my ability and expertise. I would love to work in your company because I know it has much room for its

employees’ growth and improvement.

I hope to hear from you soon.

Sincerely yours,

Grethel Ramos

Grethel R.

RECOMMENDATION LETTER A letter in which a writer evaluates the skills, work habits, and achievements of an individual applying for a job, admission to graduate school, or some other professional position. Typical letters of recommendation are: Employment-related recommendation letter College admission recommendation letter Commendation or recognition letter Performance evaluation letter

April 15, 2012

Mr. Alice Mendez

5 Avenue 3-47, Zone 2

01002 Guatemala

Dear Ms. Mendez

I would like to recommend Mishel García as a candidate for a position

with your organization. In her position as Secretary Assistant, Mishel

was employed in our office from 2008 - 2012. Mishel did an excellent

job in this position and was an asset to our organization during her

tenure with the office.

She has excellent written and verbal communication skills, is

extremely organized, can work independently and is able to follow

through to ensure that the job gets done. Mishel was responsible for

supervising the department office assistants, also was scheduled

and managed several assistants to maintain efficient office

operations.

Mishel was always willing to offer her assistance and had an excellent

rapport with the many constituents served by our office including

clients, employers, and other professional organizations. She would

be an asset to any employer and I recommend her for any endeavor

she chooses to pursue.

Yours truly,

Mishel G.

Mishell G.

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April 23, 2012

Mr. Mario Barrientos

14 Eas Elm Estreet

Cochecton, Massachusetts 02144

Dear Mr. Barrientos:

It is my pleasure to recommend Mishell Garcia for Secretary Assistant with your

organization. I have known Mishell for over two years during which time she worked as a

Secretary Assistant in my office. I have been consistently impressed with Laura's attitude

and productivity during the time that she has worked in the office.

Laura is both very bright and quite motivated. I am confident that she will devote herself

to a position with your organization with a high degree of diligence. She is a quick learner

and has shown the ability to digest large volumes of information. Ms. Woods has

demonstrated the ability to articulate information and ideas in both the verbal and written

forms.

I recommend Woods without reservations. I am confident that she will establish

productive relationships with your staff and constituents. Please let me know if you have

need for additional information about this outstanding young woman.

Sincerely yours,

Grethel Ramos

Grethel R.

REFERENCE LETTER

A letter of reference is normally more general in nature and is not normally addressed to a specific requestor. Obtain a new job, perhaps to relocate, to start a new career, or to obtain a promotion with a new employer; Go back to undergrad or grad school; Obtain a loan from a bank or credit union; Serve on a Board of Directors for a school, church, or nonprofit organization Volunteer to work with children or the elderly Move into a new home or condominium.

JESSICA TRAVEL AGENCY

4a. Avenue 3-49, Zone 2

01002 Guatemala

May 7, 2012

Mr. Alejandro Montenegro

4a. Avenue 3-60, Zone 4

01004 Guatemala

Dear Mr. Montenegro:

It is a pleasure to give you information about Ms. Gretel Pardo Ramos. I

have known Ms. Pardo for two years in my capacity as Assistant Manager

at Royalty Company. She worked with me on several projects as a

secretary. I consider her as one of the best secretary I have ever met.

Ms. Pardo is both very bright and quite motivated. She has demonstrated

the ability to do the things so well and to be flexible in every situation.

Also, she is organized, can work independently, and she is able to

complete all projects in a timely manner. In addition, she is highly

intelligent and has good analytical and communication skills.

If you have any questions please do not hesitate to contact me at 2343-

5342.

Sincerely yours,

Mishell García

General Manager

Mishell G.

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April 23, 2012

Mr. Alice Mendez

5 Avenue 3-47, Zone 2

01002 Guatemala

Dear Mr. Mendez:

Mishell Garcia joined the B.C. Company in July 2010. Since then she has proved to be a most reliable and effective member of

the secretaries team.

Garcia is professional and efficient in her approach to work and very well liked by her colleagues and executive clients. She is

well-presented and able to work both independently and as part of a team. Her contribution to all areas of company activity in

which she has been involved have been much appreciated. I believe that Mishell will make a valuable addition to any

organization that she may join. We deeply regret his decision to move on

I would gladly answer any request for further information.

Sincerely,

Grethel Ramos

Grethel R.