Week 7 - Effective Business Writing Flashcards

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What is business writing like?

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Succinct, clear and precise – formal but not overly

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When is it used?

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  • Used in organisations to communicate with internal or external audiences
    (Memorandums, Letters, Emails, Reports, Proposals)
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Five Principles of Effective Business Writing

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  • Clear purpose
  • Appropriate tone
  • Clarity and conciseness
  • Awareness of audience
  • Attention to form
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Types of Business Reports

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  1. 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
  2. Analytic: Based on research and analysis leading to recommendations
  3. Integrated: Combines both approaches
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