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Formal Request Letter #178
GT Writing Task 1

You should spend about 20 minutes on this task.

Your employer has recently allowed some employees to work remotely from home. You would also like to work from home.

Write a letter to the HR manager for permission to work from home for the next six months. In your letter,

  • mention why you are writing
  • explain why you would like to work from home
  • say how this can benefit you and the company

Write at least 150 words.

You do NOT need to write any addresses at the top of your letter.

Begin your letter as follows: Dear ……………,

One box per bullet, then compare with Band 9.
164 words · 3 body paragraphs
Opening

I am writing to request permission to work from home for the next six months.

Bullet 1

mention why you are writing

Working remotely would provide me with a more flexible work environment, allowing me to better balance my personal and professional responsibilities. I believe that this arrangement would enhance my productivity and overall job satisfaction.

Bullet 2

explain why you would like to work from home

I would like to work from home to reduce commuting time and costs, which would result in more time dedicated to work-related tasks. Additionally, the comfort of my home environment would enable me to focus better on complex projects and meet deadlines efficiently.

Bullet 3

say how this can benefit you and the company

This arrangement can benefit both me and the company by increasing my work efficiency and output. Working from home can also contribute to a healthier work-life balance, leading to improved job performance and job satisfaction. Moreover, it can showcase the company's commitment to employee well-being and flexibility in adapting to modern work trends.

Closing

I am confident that working from home would be a mutually beneficial arrangement. Thank you for considering my request.

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