Write a memo persuading your reader to take action to solve a problem or improve a situation at college, at your workplace, or in your hometown

• For Organization, consider a 4-step structure:

o Start with a very brief introduction that clearly states your purpose. o Write at least one paragraph that defines the problem or situation under consideration. Consider

all the different people who are affected negatively by this issue, directly or indirectly, and be sure that your reader understands what the problem is, who is affected by it, and how they are affected. You dont want to come across as someone who is just complaining, so take the time to illustrate the legitimate negative consequences of the current situation and demonstrate how far- reaching they might be.

o Write at least one paragraph that persuades your reader to take action. Explain to them who will benefit and how. Conventional wisdom holds that the best way to get a person to do something is to convince them that they will benefit from their actions, even if those actions will require effortis that true for your reader? If so, be sure to point that out to them. Consider the literal and