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1 How to write a good email
How to write effective s that use an appropriate tone and format. Write a good subject line (provides information to the reader, agenda for boardmeeting, the 1. nov at 10 pm). Use no more than 10 words. Using an Appropriate tone (be aware that s can be used as evidence in a court of law, never send an that you would not sent out in the woarld, use polite words, write correctly, limit emotions)

2 Formatting s (find a format you like and stik with it – remember to have a salutation, closing and writer identification). It will be easier to read if you make paragraps. Make a signature block. Make assignment page 36 Vacation request and case study 2 page 37

3 Memoes You write a memo(memorandom) when you want to communicate information that is important enough to be remembered. You use a memo if your message is more than 1 side (otherwise make an ) A memo can be classified in three categories: Defining procedures ( use to inform coworkers or clients about specific policies and procedures). Making request ( use to make request for something that the reader need to consider carefully) Summarizing progress ( use to summarize activities, provide a progress report, or explain strategies).

4 A memo have a basic organizational structure called PDA
A memo have a basic organizational structure called PDA. P (purpose statement – the reason to read the memo, must be reasonably short and simple) D (details – here you use the 5W-technique, why, what, where, when, who and how much – helps you to identify alle the details you need). A (Action request – what action do you want from the reader)

5 A memo format includes the heading area (to: from: date and subject) and the body of the memo. The heading is often seperated from the body of the memo by a border. Assignment : Make Case study 2 page 53. If time case study 3.


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