You are composing an e$-$mail that asks a previous manager for a letter of recommendation. You want to supply specific information that will help him write an effective, informed letter.

What information should you include in your e$-$mail?

A description of your ideal work environment

A description of your expected salary range and desired benefits

A description of your qualifications that he should highlight

Consider the scenario, and then answer the question.

You interviewed for a copyeditor position six days ago. You decide to write a follow$-$up e$-$mail to ask how the decision process is going. You comp first draft but know you need to make some revisions.

Greetings Interviewer:

My interview last week on Thursday, October $12,$ was enjoyable. Thank you for the opportunity to interview for the copyeditor position. I am still very interested in the job. In fact, I really, really need a job in the next week or so since my mortgage is due. I haven't heard