Cover Letter

Sean Coyle
15406 S 24th St
Phoenix AZ, 85048
November 16, 2010

John Doe
Manager
Best Buy
11124 W Main St
Phoenix AZ, 85048

Dear John Doe:

My name is Sean Coyle and I am writing in response to your ad in the Phoenix Republic News.  For an IT Manager I know there is nobody better suited than me.
My experience as an IT professional has been shaped through diverse experiences.  I have gone from setting up security systems for major corporations to assisting the police in tracking down cyber terrorists.

Some other personal qualifications are; my capacity to quickly ascertain information and apply it to the real world, the enduring dedication I exude in everything that I am charged with, and my aptitude at empathizing, explaining and advising people in a friendly manner.

Thank you for your time and consideration to this matter I look forward to hearing from you soon.  Please feel free to contact me at (480) 388-6807 or at sean9294@gmail.com.

Sincerely,
Sean Coyle

Enclosure

war torn HBO response

I have always known about post traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) but I never realized just how serious the effects are, or how widely its spread it is through returning veterans.  It is hard to just comprehend how devastating PTSD must be in order to affect so many people with such powerful symptoms and results.  In truth it scares me that so many people have been affected by it because it was in my plans to join the navy after college.  I now question whether I will be able to handle the effects of war and if I was to fight whether I would be affected by PTSD.  I still plan to enter the military and become a navy fighter pilot.

But I now wonder even if I was to survive the fighting and come back just how messed up would I be afterwards.  Would I never be able to operate in normally society again?  Would I keep reliving battles? Would I see the deaths of friends and enemies again every night?  Would I see things no one else sees?  Would I hear things no one else hears?  These questions make me question my resolve to serve in the armed forces but I still plan to join the navy knowing the risks.  In the end I hope the people who suffer from PTSD can overcome it, that the military set up a functioning system that helps the soldiers affected by PTSD.  Because I feel it is the military’s responsibility to care for the physical and mental well being to those who risked their lives.

10 interview quetions

1.      In your current or previous job, what kind of pressures do you encounter?

2.       How do you feel your boss rated your work performance?

3.      How do you handle conflict with co-workers?

4.      In what area do you think you need to develop yourself to be ready for this position?

5.      What are your salary expectations?

6.      Of all the positions you have held, which did you like the most? Why?

7.      What gives you the greatest satisfaction?

8.      Have you ever been fired or asked to leave? If yes, why?

9.      Describe the working conditions you need in order to perform at your best?

10.  What else would you like to tell me about yourself that you haven't had a chance to tell me?

Sean's Resume 2010

Sean Coyle 11022 S 36th St. Phoenix, AZ 86 078 (480) 555-1080 Sean9294@gmail.com

” Gregory Glau, PhD Director, NAU University Writing Program “...Juan’s Readers/Writers Workshop style delivery system combined with his high expectations create an environment in which students excel...” Deborah O’Dowd English Teach / Author Phoenix Union High School District “...from taking this class, I have not only learned to write an essay in a week, but I have learned to write a good essay in a week…” Sarah Stevenson                    Student                             Northern Arizona University. “A man of morals and exceptional standards, Juan Enriquez is the kind of person one would want as a loyal friend.  He inspires others to excel and reach their potential.” Joel Baker.                            Vice Mayor, Chino Valley, Arizona

Objective:  Seeking a professional position as an IT technician that best utilizes my current experience and allows for professional growth and advancement. Education: ·         Currently enrolled in high school Evans-Compadre High School, Tempe, AZ. 2009-2010 ·         Previously Enrollment High School Desert Vista High School, Phoenix, AZ 2006-2009 Certifications: ·         Comp TIA C+ certification  2010 ·         Comp TIA Security+ certification  2010 ·         CPR certified 2010 Professional Experience: Computer/Electronic Repair Technician Self Employment, Phoenix, Arizona 2007-2010       ·         Diagnosed and repaired damaged electronics and computer systems ·         Interacted with customers in a professional manner ·         Arrived to location in a timely manner ·         Explained to customer problems with the system and how to prevent future problems ·         Made inquiries into customers system a week after maintenance    3/2007 – Present Neighborhood Babysitter Neighborhood Families, Phoenix, Arizona 2006-2008          ·         Was responsible for the well being and care of other people’s children ·         Had to be well liked by the kids while not being a pushover ·         Had to act in a semi-professional manner in which I made the kids time enjoyable and still upheld the rules ·         Had to arrive at the family’s house in a timely manner    Professional Memberships Member of Mensa International, June 2010 Member of The Computing Technology Association 2008-2010 Member of American Electronics Association 2008-2010     Service ·         Organizer—Trick or Treat For Cans ·         Member—Car wash for Evans Compadre events  Extracurricular Activities Student Council President, Evans-Compadre High School, Tempe, AZ, 2010-2011 Raised/Managed funds for school events and club activities Coordinated school activities, assemblies, fund raising and community events    Participated in and planed PR events and influenced other people to participate Member of Scientific Olympiad Team Evans-Compadre High School, Tempe, AZ, 2010-2011 ·         Built and designed structures in which were put into competition ·         Worked in small teams in a timed competition which we were ·         Studied various different aspects of scientific fields Robotics Club Member Desert Vista High School, Phoenix, AZ, 2006-2008 ·         Designed robots to be remotely controlled in battle competition and be put through complex challenge courses ·         Worked with circuitry and used innovative thinking to solve problems faced in design and funds ·          Used many different machining tools to measure cut and build a functioning robot with greatest efficiency References ·         Available Upon Request

business letter

Sean Coyle
15406 S 24th St.
Phoenix, AZ 85044
October 28, 2010

John Doe
Manager
Shenanigans
11111 N Phoenix Dr.
Phoenix, AZ 85040

Dear John Doe:
My name is Sean Coyle and I am a loyal customer. Normally, I am satisfied with your service but when I attended your luncheonette on the 20th of October I was never more appalled by the monstrosity you call a restaurant.

When I arrived at your restaurant that fateful Wednesday I was bombarded with illegal fireworks thrown by miscreants on the roof. I ducked inside your eatery in order to escape the barrage. As I entered I decided that since I was already here I would notify the hostess about the attack on your prospective patrons and request a table to wait at until they were dealt with.  

I then made my way to the waiting room in which I found that all the seating was inhabited by your slumbering employees, who refuse to be disturbed. After standing in the waiting room for nearly an hour I went to talk to the hostess again who said to me “Oh your still here I forgot you wanted a table”. At that point I exited the restaurant to resume the bottle rocket onslaught. As I left that nightmare behind I was presented with new dread as I saw my car had been mortally maimed.

I demand that you pay for the damages to my car, the physical affliction I suffered as I was assaulted as well as the mental anguish that was caused. The total costs and compensation for my strife comes out $300,000.00. I also highly suggest that you talk with your staff.

Thank you for your time and consideration in this matter. I look forward to hearing from you very soon. Please contact me at (480) 555-1666.

Sincerely,
Sean Coyle
Perpetual victim

Answers to "A Worn Path"

1) She went to buy a windmill for her son, who might be dead.

2)  As she walks Phoenix Jackson has to climb a high hill, her dress catches on a thorn bush and must pass through a barbed wire fence.

3) She gets some medicine for her grandson but says she came to buy a paper windmill and the story ends before she goes and buys it.

4) She overcomes many obstacles but she continues indentured with purpose and wills herself to go on. This symbolizes her burning as a phoenix which nothing can stop. As she reaches the end of her journey and stops at the pharmacy she becomes unresponsive and forgets why she came. those her flame is extinguished and nothing is left. Then as she hears about her grandson she rises from her ashes and finds new purpose in her journey and she begins her again.