Question

Write a persuasive resume speech. You will need a standard introduction, body, and conclusion • The introduction should have an attention getter, a “thesis” that states the position you are applying for and the name of the company/place where you are applying, and a “preview” statement that lists what the major points you will discuss are?

Answer 1

Dear xxx,

I saw this position advertised today on w4mp.org and I instantly had to apply. Allow me to explain how I would contribute to Free the Children's incredible work and why I would love to be part of it. You will also find my CV enclosed for details of my skills and career history.

First, a confession: I was not aware of Free the Children before I saw this position advertised, so I will not pretend otherwise. However, it only took a single reading of your website to get excited about this position as I have spent the last year embarking on near identical projects already and cannot think of a better way to put my experience and knowledge to good use.

Me in a nutshell: I am a public speaking and debate trainer; I divide my time between running my own business and working part time as a recruitment consultant; I volunteer in excess of 20 hours a month to my passion on promoting active citizenship; and I have just returned from Rwanda where I led a team of volunteers to deliver a national debate training programme for 140 children from 20 schools across the country.

Why am I applying now? After 1.5 years of doing what I love most through my own business, while working four days a week to sustain myself, I have reached the conclusion that the best way for me to continue on this path is to return to a full time position with a company that shares my values and ambitions and learn from the best.

What can I offer Free the Children? My biggest asset is my connection to the public speaking circuit through which I have been able to organise events in investment banks, schools, universities, and the Houses of Parliament, recruiting an array of different speakers from ambassadors to journalists and MPs. My experience as a public speaking trainer means I am also well placed to qualify potential speakers to ensure they are well matched to their prospective audiences. Finally, in the events I have hosted, I have also been responsible for writing speaker profiles, introducing speakers, and chairing debates and discussions.

If you feel that my skills and experience would be of benefit to your organisation and help you to help others, then please do let me know.

I can be available for telephone or face to face interviews at short notice and I have a four week notice period, which can be negotiated down if necessary.

Thank you for your consideration.

Yours Sincerely

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