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IELTS Writing | How to Write a Letter/Email - Work from Home

Key Takeaways
  1. Understand the task: Before you begin writing, make sure you understand the task and what is being asked of you. This includes the type of letter you are supposed to write (e.g. formal, informal), the purpose of the letter, and the recipient.

  2. Follow the format: Make sure your letter is formatted correctly and includes all necessary elements, such as the date, address, and salutation.

  3. Use appropriate language: Use appropriate language that is formal or informal depending on the task. Avoid slang, abbreviations, and overly complex vocabulary. Be clear and direct in your writing.

IELTS General Writing Task 1

Work from home scheme

IELTS General Writing Task 1

You should spend about 20 minutes on this task.

The company you work for has introduced a work-from-home scheme.Write a letter to your manager asking for the work-from-home option. In your letter say:

  • What part of your job can be done from home?
  • How many hours will you be able to work from home?
  • How will it be helpful to you as well as your employer?

Write at least 150 words.



IELTS General Training Writing Task 1

Writing a Letter

Dear Mr. Ferguson,

In response to the company’s recent implementation of a work-from-home scheme, I would like to request that you consider me for this scheme. My particular position, providing customer service support, is an ideal fit for such a program.

Based on my experience in this position, I can see various benefits for myself and the company. For example, the time saved and better use of office space if I work from home rather than in the office. I spend most of my time handling customers and their technical problems. A task that does not involve contact with other members of staff. With the correct equipment installed at home, I could easily carry out this function effectively. It might even be possible to extend the hours of coverage offered to customers since I would not have to waste time commuting. Extended coverage would be an obvious benefit to the company and its customers.

I would be willing to discuss working more flexible hours if based at home, and subject to discussing the details, possibly even a greater quantity of hours per month than presently if you approve me for the work-from-home scheme.

I look forward to discussing the matter with you in greater detail.

Yours sincerely,
Rob Johnson
Customer Support Technician


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Formal Letter Template

Opening: Dear [Recipient's Name],
Body:
- Introduce yourself and explain the purpose of the letter
- Provide any necessary information or details
- Mention any actions or responses you expect or require
Closing:
Kind Regards
Sincerely
Yours faithfully
Example:
Dear Mr Smith,
I am writing to inquire about renting a space at your commercial complex for my new business. I understand that your complex is one of the most reputable in the city and would be an ideal location for my store. I would be grateful if you could provide me with more information about the available spaces and their rental rates. Please let me know if there are any forms or documents that I need to submit to apply for the space.
Thank you for your time and consideration.
Kind Regards,
[Your Name]

Informal letter template

Opening: Hi [Recipient's Name], or Dear [Recipient's Name],
Body:
- Introduce yourself and explain the purpose of the letter
- Provide any necessary information or details
- Mention any actions or responses you expect or require
Closing:
Best regards
Sincerely
Take care
Example:
Hi John,
I hope this letter finds you well. I'm writing to let you know that I'll be visiting your city next month and would love to catch up with you while I'm there. I'm planning to arrive on the 10th of June and will be staying for a week. Could we meet up for a cup of coffee or lunch while I'm there? Let me know what works for you, and we'll make plans. Looking forward to hearing from you soon.
Best regards,
[Your Name]

Note: please keep in mind that these are just examples, and you should adjust the word count and content of your letter according to the IELTS General Training Task 1 prompt given in the test.

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