Supervisory Writing

Question 1

Define: bullet statement.

Answer 1

A brief, accurate, and specific bottom line idea or single accomplishment with its associated impact.

Question 2

Define: accomplishment-impact bullet.

Answer 2

Typically used in EPRs and award submissions. Describe work performance and/ or noteworthy off-duty pursuits.

Question 3

List the three variations of the accomplishment-impact bullet.

Answer 3

Action verb
Modified verb
Specific achievement

Question 4

Action verb bullet

Answer 4

Accomplishment begins with an action verb and ends with an expressly stated impact element

Question 5

Modified verb bullet

Answer 5

Begins with an action (mostly a strong action verb) and is given an added boost by using an adverb to modify the verb. The accomplishment element begins with a modifier (adverb) in front of the action word and ends with an expressly steamed impact element.

Question 6

List the reasons for use of bullet statement style of writing.

Answer 6

Present a clear picture of an idea/accomplishment with specific points
Concisely deal with specific points
Take less time to read
Allow writer to communicate more info within a smaller space

Question 7

List the three attributes of effective bullet statements.

Answer 7

Accuracy
Brevity
Specificity

Question 8

What are the steps for building bullet points?

Answer 8

Define the accomplishment and impact
Check for accuracy, brevity, and specificity
Connect the accomplishment and impact elements together

Question 9

When editing bullets, even sure for correct _____, _____, and, _____.

Answer 9

Accomplishment, impact, and mechanics.

Question 10

Accurate reporting of performance is critical to ensuring that outstanding performers receive appropriate _____.

Answer 10

Recognition

Question 11

List the types of narrative writing.

Answer 11

Disciplinary writing

Letters of counseling, admonishment, reprimand

Question 12

The date on a memorandum is…

Answer 12

Flush with the right margin, 10 line spaces from the top

Question 13

How many spaces after “MEMORANDUM FOR?”

Answer 13

Double

Question 14

Critical attribute of bullets: accuracy.

Answer 14

Correct without exaggeration

Question 15

Critical attribute of bullets: brevity.

Answer 15

Select words that are the shortest, clearest, and most descriptive.
Reduce the number of unnecessary words.

Question 16

Critical attribute of bullets: specificity.

Answer 16

Detailed facts.

Question 17

Specific achievement bullet.

Answer 17

Accomplishment begins with a nouns, verb, or modifier. Don’t contain a separate impact statement - the impact is not explicitly stated but implied. Used for professional development or personal attainment.