Deciding What to Include in our communications:

1. What does my reader want or need to know to enable him or her to understand my message? 2. Does my letter/report answer all the questions my reader has asked or questions he or she may have in mind? 3. What is my purpose in writing this letter/report? 5. Does my letter/report give all the information needed to accomplish this purpose? 6. What purpose does this communication serve for my reader? 7. Have I included ONLY the material essential to my reader's purpose and understanding? Or am I boring or distracting my reader with unessential and/or obvious information? 8. What do I want my reader to do when he or she finishes reading my letter or report?

Assignment: Next: Using a word document, create a first draft business letter that informs your employees or organization about the the importance of understanding the negative aspects of stereotyping in the workplace.