Announce Job Changes

The world economy is uncertain, and for many people job-hunting has become a lifestyle. With mergers, takeovers, bankruptcies, and new government legislation, you could be unemployed overnight—even if you own the company!
Make it a priority to let your network of recruiters, personal friends, and business acquaintances know where you are and what you're doing, at all times, especially when you change jobs or addresses. Announce changes even if it's an intercompany move.
Once they land a job, ex-job-hunters tend to forget those who've helped them. They get busy packing, moving, tying up loose ends, and taking on the duties of the new assignment; but that's a mistake. Remember, your first duty is to your career. This doesn't mean your new assignment isn't important. It means your friendships and your personal future are equally important.
The quickest way to handle the thank-you task is to give your letter and mailing list to a secretarial service. Let them type and address the letters; you sign them. This requires very little time and energy, probably less than two hours. Believe me, it's time well spent, and you can enclose your new business card. E-mail is also effective, but it's less personal; and you can attach an electronic business card, but not the paper version. As readers are bombarded by e-mail, paper letters are becoming more attention-getting and memorable.
The "Announce New Job (Human Resources)" letter is a good model. It's a combination newsletter, change of address, and thank-you, all in one—and it's limited to one page.
The best time to find a new job is when you don't need one, and the best time to cultivate business relationships is when everything is going smoothly.
applications and technical innovations? If so, please consider my enclosed resume.
Since 1999, I have served as a software engineer for Action Company, where I have been repeatedly
recognized for developing innovative solutions for multimillion-dollar, globally deployed software and
systems. I am responsible for full lifecycle development of next-generation software, from initial
requirement gathering to design, coding, testing, documentation and implementation.
Known for excellent client-facing skills, I have participated in proposals and presentations that have
landed six-figure contracts. I also excel in merging business and user needs into high-quality,
cost-effective design solutions while keeping within budgetary constraints.
My technical expertise includes cross-platform proficiency (Windows, UNIX, Linux and VxWorks); fluency in 13 scripting/programming languages (including C, C++, VB, Java, Perl and SQL); and advanced
knowledge of developer applications, tools, methodologies and best practices (including OOD, client/
server architecture and self-test automation).
My experience developing user-friendly solutions on time and on budget would enable me to step into a software engineering role at XYZ Company and hit the ground running. I will follow up with you next week, and you may reach me at (215) 555-5555. I look forward to speaking with you.
Sincerely,
Martin Stein
I offer a five-year track record in office management and administrative support. You will benefit from my following key strengths:
Computer expertise, with proficiency in all MS Office programs (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook and Access).
Broad-based experience covering a full spectrum of administrative duties, including executive support, office management, billing/invoicing, payroll administration, customer care, account management, database administration, document preparation, travel/meeting coordination and project/program support.
Superior multitasking talents, with the ability to manage multiple high-priority assignments and develop solutions to challenging business problems.
A proven reputation, with a consistent history of exemplary performance reviews and recognition for driving efficiency improvements to office systems, workflows and processes.
I am confident that if you hire me as your administrative assistant, you will have more time and energy to concentrate on growing your business. My resume is enclosed for your review, and I will follow up with you in a few days to discuss your administrative support needs. You may also call me at (555) 555-1212 or email me at marnie@monster.com. Thank you for your time, and have a great day.
Sincerely,
Marnie Smith