COMMUNICATE IN WRITING Flashcards
All communication must include what?
clarity
consistency
be to the point
reflect the Army style of writing
What are the 6 elements in communicating in writing?
1 Define the requirement 2 Gather info to support your topic 3 Write the draft 4 Edit the draft 5 Finalize 6 Review
An example of a information paper can be found what TRADOC Reg.
1-11
What does BLUF mean?
“Bottom Line Up Front”
What is the Army format for email?
There is none
What are some critica elements when it comes to emailing others.
Etiquette, spelling and BLUF
What is O.I.L.
Observation
Insight
Lesson Learned
What are memos for?
Inform, persuade, or provide direction
Is there a length limit on memos?
no
Who can you contact to get information relevant to your topic?
SME (subject matter expert)
Correct usage of titles for __________, ___________and ____________ is important
religious
government
academic correspondence
What AR regulates army memorandums
25-50
When should you not use memorandums?
correspondence with families of Military personnel or private businesses