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Top 10 Differences Between Business Letter & Personal Letter

by emily on October 18, 2021

Business Letter & Personal Letter
Business Letter and Personal Letter

Written communications are very different from verbal ones. And when it comes to personal and professional writing both are completely different poles.  A proper business communication requires being set according to professional courtesy. There are certain predetermined organizational structures that need to be followed. Personal written communication on the other hand does not require following any set rules and can be written with a lesser formal approach.

Personal business letters are written to concern personnel regarding issues where information are exchanged with suppliers, customers, banks, insurance companies and external parties. Whereas in personal letter you exchange personal or family affairs with friends, teachers, students, lovers, family and relatives.

Differences between Business Letter and Personal Letter

Here are the top 10 difference seen between business letter & personal letter writing etiquette. Read along:

1. Personal business letters are formal written communication between colleagues with the same objective but work for different companies. It helps a great deal in maintaining professional relationships and developing contacts within your network. On the other hand a personal letter is a communication between friends on strictly non-official purposes.  In this case, handwritten personal letter is also legible.

2. The format of personal business letters is normally kept formal. They have single spacing, are left justified with no paragraph indentation. They strictly have to be typed. Personal letters on the other hand requires following no set format. It is up to the writer to decide on what and how he wants to write the letter.

3. The language is kept very formal in personal business letters. Salutations and closings are chosen very carefully to the most professional business sentiment. Colons are used more often (for example, RE:, DATE:). Personal letters requires no such formalities. Because of their informal tone, senders often ignore the basic punctuation and capitalization standards.

4. Personal business letter has a lot of business related issues and information to include. Whereas personal letters are restricted only to personal or family affairs.

5. Personal business letter are normally kept short and to the point. One does not go for useless exaggeration in such letters as none has the time to kill in leisure in the business world. Whereas in personal letters, length does not matter. All you need is to convey the right sentiment in the right way.

6. Personal business letter are categorized according to its purpose. However, personal letters do not fall into any set categories.

7. Salutations in personal business letters are kept formal. Examples may be Sir, Dear Sir, and Dear Mr. X etc. In case of personal letter salutations are not at all formal. You may use Dear Friends, My Dear X, Dear X etc.

8. In personal business letters, the language is kept quite easy and simple. Use of professional tone is highly advocated. Whereas on the other hand, the language used in personal letter is poetic, emotional and caring.

9. Whenever any personal business letter is exchanged between organizations, a copy of it is preserves for future reference. In case of personal letter, stocking of the sent letter is not necessary.

10. Personal business letters uses a direct and persuasive method where as personal letters are only direct.

Conclusion

Business personal letters are kept different from personal letters because both are completely different entities. Business letters are written for a purpose and is expected a quick response and is all about meeting deadlines. Personal letters have no such issues linked to it.

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Sample You Took Advantage of Our Friendship Letter

by emily on March 20, 2012

From:
[Your Name, & Address here]

 

To:

[Recipient Name & address here]

[Date here]

 

Dear [name],

We have been good friends for all these long years, and I have never made any complaint to you. However, now there is something that I want to talk about.

I want to remind you of one incident that I really didn’t like. It was when you – [State here friend’s deed]-. Do you know that I have been feeling like being used by you since then? I must say that you took advantage of our relationship.

I really felt very bad about it. Nonetheless, I also agree that you have never been that kind of a person so far, and it’s quite possible that you didn’t have any idea that how I was going to take this. But, I still wanted to discuss it with you and tell you about my feelings.

I really don’t want to lose you as a friend, but at the same time I also know that if I don’t have a word with you regarding this, then it would eat me deep inside and, it would be really hard to be friends.

I expect that you will call me soon to say anything that I might not know yet. Let’s clear all the confusions this incident caused between us, and move on to happiness.

Look forward to hear from you.

 

Regards,

[Your name]

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Sample You Dont Seem Yourself Lately Letter

by emily on March 20, 2012

From:
[Your Name, & Address here]

 

To:

[Recipient Name & address here]

[Date here]

Dear [name],

 

I am writing this letter to let you know that I have thought a lot about you during the past few days. And, I deeply felt that for the last couple of months, you are just not ‘you’ when you meet me.

It disturbs me when I find that you are not the same person I knew and there must be something wrong with you.

Although, I wish everything is alright in your life and family, however I want to tell you that if there is really something because of which you are troubled, then please do share it with me. I am always with you and I will try my best to solve your problem out.

Keeping a concern only in your heart won’t solve anything, but it will definitely increase the problem. No matter how serious it may be you, can always tell me what you are going through.

I am just a call away. Please call me without any hesitation. If you don’t share it with me, then who else would you share it with?

Take care of yourself, [person name]. You are in my thoughts. I hope to hear from you soon.

Wish you the very best for the coming times.

 

Regards,

[Your name]

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Sample Would Like To Install Fence Between Properties Letter

by emily on March 20, 2012

From:
[Your Name, & Address here]

 

To:

[Recipient Name & address here]

[Date here]

 

Dear [name],

I am writing in to inform you that I am thinking of putting in a fence between our houses.

Actually, I plan to do so for the beautification of both of our properties. I want to explain you that I want to – [Describe plan here].-

I could have started installing the fence by now, however I really wanted your input regarding this as your opinion also matters being my neighbor.

Please tell me if you would like something particular in the fence like an entry etc. I would be really happy to discuss it with you. Please tell me that in case your suggested changes increase the fence cost, will you share the expenses?

I seek your permission to install the fence on our mutual property line, but if you object to it, I will put it only on my side.

Please inform me of your opinion regarding this. I look forward to hear from you.
Regards,

[Your name]

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Sample Welcome To The Neighborhood Letter

by emily on March 20, 2012

From:
[Your Name, & Address here]

 

To:

[Recipient Name & address here]

[Date here]

Dear [name],

 

I am [your name], writing in to welcome you to our residential community. I am your neighbor, residing at [your address] for the past [duration].

It is really great to see new residents in our community and, I am really sure that your family would like our peaceful community.

You must be dealing with a lot of stress as you have just shifted to this place, so I won’t take much of your time. I just wanted to say that as you are new to this place, if you need any kind of help or information about this place, please do call me and, I would be happy to assist you.

My phone no. is – [no. here].

I look forward to have a meting with you to know you better when you are free.

Once again, welcome to our residential society.

 

Regards,

[Your name]

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Sample The Truth Hurts But AS Your Friend I Have To Tell You Letter

by emily on March 20, 2012

From:
[Your Name, & Address here]

 

To:

[Recipient Name & address here]

[Date here]

Dear [name],
It is really difficult to write this letter to you. I don’t know how to start, but I have to tell you about it.

At times, there are many things that we want to tell our friends about, but we are afraid that something might hurt the person and, I am in the same situation now.

I know it well that what I am going to say will be really hard for you to hear & accept, but it will definitely help you change & improve. And, believe me; if I were in your place, then I would happily want you to do the same for me.

[Person’s name], the truth is that [Describe here what you don’t like about your friend].

Now, I hope you will realize and accept the truth. If you are angry at me, I can understand it. But, I had to tell you this as only truth will improve you.

And, if you want to discuss it with me and have your say, please call me anytime.

You are a dear friend, and I only want to see good things in you.

 

Regards,

[Your name]

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Sample Thank You for Visiting Me in Hospital Case Letter

by emily on March 20, 2012

Thank You for Visiting Me in Hospital –

[Name, Company Name & Address here]

[Date]

Dear [name],

 

I just wanted to thank you for coming to see me at the hospital. You took time off your busy schedule to visit me. It was nice of you.

It really felt great to me. It’s only because of people like you that I am recovering now.

Thanks again [Name of person]

 

Sincerely,

 

[Your name]

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Sample Thank You For Overseeing My Workload During My Vacation Letter

by emily on March 20, 2012

Thank You for Overseeing My Workload during My Vacation –

 

[Name, Company Name & Address here]

[Date]

Dear [name],

 

This is just a short ‘thank you’ note for everything you did while I was absent.

It was a great help from your side for completing my assignments when I was on vacation. I know it well that you already had your own huge workload, but still you managed to complete my work too. You didn’t have enough time for your family last week because of this extra workload.

I am really thankful for your help. I would be happy to help you in return when you need sometime off from work for your family or anything personal in future.

Thank you!

Sincerely,

 

[Your name]

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Sample Thank You For Hospitality Letter

by emily on March 20, 2012

[Name, Company Name & Address here]

[Date]

Dear [name],

We thank you for the great hospitality you extended to us on [date], when we came for dinner the other day.

It was really a great pleasure to get acquainted with you people. You both are very interesting and friendly. You are the first one that we have got familiar with here.

I must say that having colleagues like you will be a great advantage for me in this organization.

We plan to invite you to our house sometime in the future.

Thanks again for the welcome dinner for us.

 

Best regards,

 

[Your name]

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Sample Thank You For Gift Letter

by emily on March 20, 2012

Thank You for Gift –

 

[Name, Company Name & Address here]

[Date]

 

Dear [name],

 

I want to heartily thank you for the great gift you presented to me.

I really appreciate the efforts and your time for searching a perfect gift for me that is really of good use to me.

It has been a long time since someone gifted me anything. I thank you for the love and care you showed to me.

 

Best regards,

 

[Your name]

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