Letter declining a job offer
“If you decide to decline a job offer, do so tactfully, using the model for negative messages” (Bovee,Thill)
Write a letter declining a job offer. Make sure to open your letter warmly, inform the company of the reason for refusing the offer, decline the job offer explicitly and close your letter in a very positive and pleasant tone. This letter needs to portray your sincerity and tactfulness in order to leave the door open for future contacts.
Word count: 150 words
Format: email
(Do not use the wording of the sample Letter in the book. Plagiarism)
Letter Declining a Job Offer Rubric
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This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeSubject lineDoes the email have a subject line to attract the attention of the reader? |
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1.0 pts |
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This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeSalutationDoes the email have a proper salutation and punctuation? Eg. Dear Mr. Mrs. Smith, |
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1.0 pts |
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This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeParagraph OneDoes the first paragraph contain a proper buffer for the message? |
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2.0 pts |
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This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeParagraph TwoDoes the paragraph deliver the news tactfully with reasons for the applicant’s unfavorable decision? |
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2.0 pts |
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This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeParagraph ThreeDoes the applicant let the reader down gently with a sincere and cordial ending? |
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2.0 pts |
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This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeClosingDoes the message contain the proper closing and personal information (address, email, phone number) ? |
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1.0 pts |
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This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeGrammar/ Punctuation/Tone |
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2.0 pts |
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This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeWord CountMessage must contain 150 words |
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1.0 pts |
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Total Points: 12.0 |
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