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Agenda 2-16-2011

Agenda 2-16-2011. Good Things Turn in Careers that Care Worksheet Powerful Words for Persuasion part 2 Filling out a Job Application Writing a Resume – filling out template, final version due tomorrow Cover Letter Quiz tomorrow about Resume parts!. Powerful Words. The following words

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Agenda 2-16-2011

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  1. Agenda 2-16-2011 • Good Things • Turn in Careers that Care Worksheet • Powerful Words for Persuasion part 2 • Filling out a Job Application • Writing a Resume – filling out template, final version due tomorrow • Cover Letter • Quiz tomorrow about Resume parts!

  2. Powerful Words The following words can be used in persuasive writing

  3. tremendous • Notable by reason of extreme size; power, greatness; or excellence * Synonym: monstrous If you vote for me, I will institute tremendous changes in this community to help everyone!

  4. magnificent • Great in deed; exceptionally fine; marked by lavishness * Synonym: grand Recycling is a magnificent way to help our planet and every person should do their part.

  5. ample • generous or more than adequate in size, scope, or capacity * Synonym: plentiful; spacious Our ample choices provide something for everyone, even picky shoppers.

  6. unquestionable • without question; can not be doubted * Synonym: undisputable Whether you should graduate from high school is unquestionable. A diploma will help you in your future.

  7. fascinating • extremely interesting or charming * Synonym: captivating You offer a fascinating viewpoint, but can you support it with facts?

  8. lively • briskly alert and energetic * Synonym: animated, vigorous Look lively on the court and play your best with our new energy boosting drink.

  9. amazing • Causing amazement; great wonder, or surprise * Synonym: astound It’s amazing how our product make wrinkles disappear overnight.

  10. phenomenal • A rare or significant fact or event; an exceptional or unusual person, thing or event * Synonym: extraordinary, remarkable This offer will not last for long, so call us now and see phenomenal results!

  11. brilliant • very bright; distinguished by unusual mental keenness or alertness * Synonym: bright Our online course could help you turn your brilliant idea into tons of cash.

  12. appealing • the power of arousing a sympathetic or favorable response * Synonym: attraction, implore The advertisement and photos were very appealing so I went to see the home that was for sale.

  13. worthwhile • being worth the time and effort spent * Synonym: worthy, deserving Knowing the earth will be a better place for our children makes recycling efforts worthwhile.

  14. incredible • Too extraordinary and improbable to be believed * Synonym: amazing Most students no longer believe the incredible urban legends of vampires existing among us today.

  15. generous • liberal in giving * Synonym: magnanimous; kindly You should be generous with your praise, but frugal with your criticism.

  16. exuberant • joyously unrestrained and enthusiastic; elaborate * Synonym: flamboyant Entrepreneurs are usually exuberant about the idea of starting their own company.

  17. first class • of the highest quality * Synonym: best If you enjoy first class fishing, then our Alaskan retreat is for you!

  18. spectacular • an eye-catching or dramatic public display; an object of curiosity or contempt * Synonym: striking; sensational Aye Mateys, Sail down to the Pirate Dinner show in Anaheim for a spectacular production and delicious pirate grub.

  19. superb • marked to the highest degree by excellence, brilliance, or competence * Synonym: splendid The superb selection of song birds makes our exotic pet store the best in town.

  20. vivid • producing a strong or clear impression on the senses; very strong in color * Synonym: intense, graphic When you care enough to send the very best, use FTD flowers and send a vivid arrangement that says “I care.”

  21. exceptional • better than average * Synonym: superior Your exceptional ability to keep secrets is what makes you a good friend.

  22. quintessential • the essence of a thing in its purest and most concentrated form * Synonym: epitome, best The emotions a parent feels for their child is the quintessential example of love.

  23. Create a rough draft of a Cover Letter applying for the position at Pizza Hut. • Use the business letter format. • Use at least SIX Powerful Words for Persuasion in your letter. • Type your letter and turn it in tomorrow.

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