A letter of suggestion is written to give a point of view, to recommend something or to give an option on a matter. There are two kind of letter of suggestion, one that is written to give a suggestion requested for and other one is requested to give a suggestion. The type of letter could be formal or informal, in a private capacity or official capacity. In official capacity the letter should be formal and to the point, whereas; in personal capacity the letter will be informal written in a casual manner.
In a case you are writing a letter of suggestion, you should express your genuine feelings and appreciation for the opportunity you are given and state that the opinion you will give will be upto the truest level of your abilities. If you have given any suggestion in past you can refer effectiveness of those suggestions. Before you forward your suggestion, you should think about it, keenly monitoring all the aspects and analyzing the situation well, and then come to a point where you will give your opinion. Be courteous while offering your suggestion, assure the reader that you have analyzed the situation well and according to your view the given recommendation is the better solution or settlement.
Avoid any negativity or criticism; you can also add some potential benefits of the given suggestion, if it can help out the reader in future, do mention that as well. If you are asking or requesting someone for suggestion you should sound polite and show gratitude for the person, express your feelings and your concerns and also mention that you worth the efforts of the reader and want him or her to benefit you from their experience. Tell the recipient that you will be obliged on getting a suggestion from them. In case of an informal letter you can be more casual and open in selection of words and while giving your opinion, the discussion could be taken to a step ahead towards a personal advice or suggestion. Attached sample of letter of suggestion would further help you out in writing a balanced letter.
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