Week 7 - Effective Business Writing Flashcards
1
Q
What is business writing like?
A
Succinct, clear and precise – formal but not overly
2
Q
When is it used?
A
- Used in organisations to communicate with internal or external audiences
(Memorandums, Letters, Emails, Reports, Proposals)
3
Q
Five Principles of Effective Business Writing
A
- Clear purpose
- Appropriate tone
- Clarity and conciseness
- Awareness of audience
- Attention to form
4
Q
Types of Business Reports
A
- Information: A short and periodic report
Everyday reports that tend to be simpler and shorter in length:
O Justification reports
O Progress reports
O Periodic reports
O Incident reports - Analytic: Based on research and analysis leading to recommendations
- Integrated: Combines both approaches