Business letters are still perceived as the best method of communication between businesses and their customers, suppliers and job seekers despite emails becoming the most popular method of business communication.

They can be solicited, meaning asked for by someone, or unsolicited, meaning the letter is unexpected. Business letters come in five main types, all with different purposes in mind: responding to someone, asking permission for a project, petitioning something, acting as a cover letter, or applying for a job.

Knowing the different reasons to write a business letter can help bring success to individuals and companies in business.

So, shall we get started?