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a friend has written to you asking for advice abour a problem at work. you have had a similar problem in the past. Tell your friend you understand the problem Explain what happened to you in the past Suggest possible solutions to the problem

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Dear Abed, I hope you are doing well, thank you for reaching out to me for
an advice
Remove the article
advice
a piece of advice
a bit of advice

The indefinite article, an, may be redundant when used with the uncountable noun advice in your sentence. Consider removing it.

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.
Firstly
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Usage of linking words is important in IELTS writing. They help create clear connections between ideas in your writing. They improve the flow of your essay by showing relationships between paragraphs and sentences. Using appropriate linking words demonstrates your ability to write cohesively and will help you achieve a higher band score.

, let me tell you that I understand how frustrated you are that you didn’t get the promotion that you’ve always worked hard for,
although
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Usage of linking words is important in IELTS writing. They help create clear connections between ideas in your writing. They improve the flow of your essay by showing relationships between paragraphs and sentences. Using appropriate linking words demonstrates your ability to write cohesively and will help you achieve a higher band score.

 you are a perfect fit for it, as I was in your shoes two years ago. In 2019, I took an assignment in marketing for 3 years, I’ve worked so hard to learn everything about it , and I was keen to develop the skills needed in order to excel in
this
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Usage of linking words is important in IELTS writing. They help create clear connections between ideas in your writing. They improve the flow of your essay by showing relationships between paragraphs and sentences. Using appropriate linking words demonstrates your ability to write cohesively and will help you achieve a higher band score.

 assignment, I took an award for my dedication, commitment
also
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Usage of linking words is important in IELTS writing. They help create clear connections between ideas in your writing. They improve the flow of your essay by showing relationships between paragraphs and sentences. Using appropriate linking words demonstrates your ability to write cohesively and will help you achieve a higher band score.

 for the extraordinary efforts to make the marketing project succeed. When they
finally
Linking Words

Usage of linking words is important in IELTS writing. They help create clear connections between ideas in your writing. They improve the flow of your essay by showing relationships between paragraphs and sentences. Using appropriate linking words demonstrates your ability to write cohesively and will help you achieve a higher band score.

 opened a vacancy for a marketing manager it was only for external candidates only!. I still remember how demotivated I was. I ‘d like to
advice
Replace the word
advise

The word advice doesn’t seem to fit this context. Consider replacing it with a different one.

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 you to talk to the human recourses manager in your company, asking them to open the vacancy internally
,
Remove the comma
apply

It appears that you have an unnecessary comma in a compound predicate. Consider removing it.

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 and explain how
this
Linking Words

Usage of linking words is important in IELTS writing. They help create clear connections between ideas in your writing. They improve the flow of your essay by showing relationships between paragraphs and sentences. Using appropriate linking words demonstrates your ability to write cohesively and will help you achieve a higher band score.

 is not only demotivating for you, but
also
Linking Words

Usage of linking words is important in IELTS writing. They help create clear connections between ideas in your writing. They improve the flow of your essay by showing relationships between paragraphs and sentences. Using appropriate linking words demonstrates your ability to write cohesively and will help you achieve a higher band score.

 it will
effect
Correct your spelling
affect

The word effect doesn’t seem to fit this context. Consider replacing it with a different one.

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 the
employees
Change to a genitive case
employee's
employees'

It appears that the word employees should use the genitive case. Consider changing the noun.

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 loyalty towards the company.
Goodluck
Correct your spelling
Good luck

The word Goodluck doesn’t seem to fit this context. Consider replacing it with a different one.

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 and write back soon. Your friend, Tala

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Fully explain your ideas

To get an excellent score in the IELTS Task 2 writing section, one of the easiest and most effective tips is structuring your writing in the most solid format. A great argument essay structure may be divided to four paragraphs, in which comprises of four sentences (excluding the conclusion paragraph, which comprises of three sentences).

For we to consider an essay structure a great one, it should be looking like this:

  • Paragraph 1 - Introduction
    • Sentence 1 - Background statement
    • Sentence 2 - Detailed background statement
    • Sentence 3 - Thesis
    • Sentence 4 - Outline sentence
  • Paragraph 2 - First supporting paragraph
    • Sentence 1 - Topic sentence
    • Sentence 2 - Example
    • Sentence 3 - Discussion
    • Sentence 4 - Conclusion
  • Paragraph 3 - Second supporting paragraph
    • Sentence 1 - Topic sentence
    • Sentence 2 - Example
    • Sentence 3 - Discussion
    • Sentence 4 - Conclusion
  • Paragraph 4 - Conclusion
    • Sentence 1 - Summary
    • Sentence 2 - Restatement of thesis
    • Sentence 3 - Prediction or recommendation

Our recommended essay structure above comprises of fifteen (15) sentences, which will make your essay approximately 250 to 275 words.

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