Task 3 The following is a memo. After reading it, you should complete
the information by filling in the blanks marked 46 through 50 (in no more than
3) words in the table below.
To: All Staff From: Heady, the Head Honcho
Date: June 1, 2006 Subject: A New Memo Format
In order to make interoffice communications easier, please adhere to the
following guidelines for writing effective memos: Clearly state
the purpose of the memo in the subject line and in the first paragraph.
Keep language professional, simple and polite.
Use short sentences. Use bulletins if a lot of
information is conveyed. Proofread before sending.
Address the memo to the person (s) who will take action on the subject,
and those who need to know about the action. Attach additional
information: don’t place it in the body of the memo if possible.
Please put this format into practice immediately. We appreciate your
assistance in developing clear communications. If you have any questions, please
don’t hesitate to call me. Thank you.
A Memo To: All
Staff From: Heady, the Head Honcho Date: June
1, 2006 Subject: A New (46) Purpose: To make communications between offices
(47) Guidelines for writing effective
memos: 1. State the purpose of the memo clearly in the subject
line and in the first paragraph. 2. Use (48)
, simple, polite and short sentences. 3.
Use (49) if a lot of information is conveyed.
4. Proofread before sending. 5. Address the
memo to the person(s)who will take action on the subject, and those who need to
know about the action. 6. Don’t place additional information in
the (50) of the memo if possible.