Letter writing has a place

Some may consider letter writing to be archaic, outdated, and no longer needed. I strongly disagree to the idea that letter writing does not need to be taught anymore. However, writing letters definitely has a time and place that it is appropriate. Technology has provided many other forms of communication for us today. Emails, text messages, social networks, and other forms of communication are very time efficient ways for us to communicate. They save time both on the sending and receiving ends. While at times these methods of communicating may be more convenient and appropriate for the situation, there are times when written letters must be used.

At times, written letters are simply a necessary formality. It would not be appropriate to write an email to employers or school administrators about requests for promotions or similar pressing issues. A properly constructed written letter shows respect and admiration to the recipient. Another reason letter writing is so important is because letters are tangible. People are more likely to read something that comes to their door, rather than just appearing on their computer screen. It is too easy for people to just delete or ignore emails that they just don’t want to read.

Letter writing simply is a necessity that we must continue to teach and learn. While other technologies may communicate more effectively on occasion, letter writing is still something we must continue to use in most business settings.