Size doesnt matter. Such is the case with the memo. Isnt it amazing how one relatively short document can be such a huge pain? Memos are an overlooked office document. We assume the least amount of words on a sheet of paper makes it least important. How wrong we are. Memos are as important as a ten-page business letter autographed by Brad Pitt. A poorly written memo can be irritating to readers (who really just want to get back to work) and damaging to the sender (who has no idea how he or she managed to come off sounding so careless). Learning to write concise and effective memos is a skill vital to any business person. The following tips show you how to construct a formidable, readable memo.
BE SHORT, BUT SWEET
The most common problem with memos is their length. Regardless of the topic, a memo should never be more than two pages; any longer and the memo begins to ramble on like a report. Unless youre reprimanding every person in the department, theres no reason to be aggressive or rude. Keep it short, be polite and get to the point as quickly as possible.
STAY AWAY FROM THE CLICH
Overused phrases like Were sorry for the inconvenience… and...
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