You successfully passed a job interview. You are expected to start on November 15, but you will not be available on that date. Write a letter to your new boss, explaining your situation, expressing your concern and suggesting a solution Write at least 150 words. You do NOT need to write any addresses. Begin your letter as follows: Dear ....,
Dear boss,
I am writing
this
letter to you to apologize. According to
the schedule, my joining date
is November 15, but due to
some circumstances, I am not able to come.
After receiving an invitation letter, I was so excited and it was a great opportunity. But, my grandmother is in a wheelchair as she has a spinal problem and the doctor's given me an appointment for an operation that is
very important. After a successful treatment, she would able to walk. As well as
I am the only person at home who can go with my mother because my father is living in Canada and my mom is mentally disabled. So, I have to do all things by myself.
I know the first day on the job is crucial and we get a chance to meet new friends. Also
, it is time to learn new work and to get achievements. However
, Due to
this
emergency, I have to cancel my start date
.
Can you reschedule my coming date
, after 2 days? It would be great if you accept my request regarding this
matter.
Hope to hear a prompt response from your side regarding this
problem. Waiting for a new joining date
.
Yours sincerely,
RohitSubmitted by harmandeep51075 on
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task achievement
Your letter addresses all parts of the task, providing a clear explanation of your situation, expressing your concern, and suggesting a solution. However, try to provide a bit more detail or context to strengthen your points.
coherence cohesion
The structure of your letter is logical and easy to follow. However, ensure each paragraph sticks to a single idea to maintain clarity. For example, you could separate the reasons for your unavailability from your suggestions for a new start date.
task achievement
You have used a suitable and polite tone throughout your letter, which is important for formal correspondence.
coherence cohesion
Your letter has a clear greeting and closing, which helps in maintaining the formal structure.
Use cohesive linking words accurately and appropriately
Linking words are very important in your essay.
To score effectively on your IELTS exam, you should make an effort to implement short concise sentences coupled with linking words.
Almost every sentence in your essay should have a linking word of some sort.
In fact, the only sentences that can omit linking words are your background sentence and thesis.
Linking word examples:
- firstly
- secondly
- thirdly
- in additional
- moreover
- also
- for example
- for instance
- therefore
- however
- although
- even though
- despite