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    Elements of effectiveElements of effective

    communicationcommunication

    A.K MathurA.K Mathur

    MBA, PGDIM, PGDHRM, Ph. DMBA, PGDIM, PGDHRM, Ph. D

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    Effective communication contd.Effective communication contd.

    Over 80% of your waking life is spent sendingOver 80% of your waking life is spent sending

    or receiving information.or receiving information.

    Poor communication can waste time andPoor communication can waste time and

    energy and cause conflict between people.energy and cause conflict between people.

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    DiscussionDiscussion

    Have you had a communication problem orHave you had a communication problem or

    failure to communicate?failure to communicate?

    WriteWrite

    AnalyzeAnalyze

    Lesson learntLesson learnt

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    Effective communication contd.Effective communication contd.

    So in order to be an effective communicator,So in order to be an effective communicator,

    we must understand communication process.we must understand communication process.

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    Communication processCommunication process

    The communication process is a simpleThe communication process is a simple

    model that demonstrates all the factors thatmodel that demonstrates all the factors that

    can affect communication.can affect communication.

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    Activity IIIActivity III

    A sender (encode a message and deliver)A sender (encode a message and deliver)

    A receiver (decode the message and provideA receiver (decode the message and provide

    feedback)feedback)

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    Process of health communicationProcess of health communication

    Patientdecoding

    DoctorEncoding

    Feedback

    Message

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    SenderSender

    The communicator or sender is the person whoThe communicator or sender is the person who

    is sending the message.is sending the message.

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    MessageMessage

    A communication in writing, in speech, or byA communication in writing, in speech, or by

    signals.signals.

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    ReceiverReceiver

    The receiver is the person receiving theThe receiver is the person receiving the

    message.message.

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    FeedbackFeedback

    Feedback is the reaction of the receiver toFeedback is the reaction of the receiver to

    sender. It can be in writing, speech andsender. It can be in writing, speech and

    through signals.through signals.

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    Activity IVActivity IV

    A senderA sender

    A receiverA receiver

    10 Barriers10 Barriers

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    BarriersBarriers

    Barriers keep the message from getting through.Barriers keep the message from getting through.

    Barriers can appear at any point of theBarriers can appear at any point of the

    communication loop.communication loop.

    There are two types of barriersinternal andThere are two types of barriersinternal and

    external.external.

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    BarriersBarriers

    Doctor

    PatientFeedback

    Message

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    Internal barriersInternal barriersExamples of internal barriers are:Examples of internal barriers are:

    Fatigue, low energy, exhaustedFatigue, low energy, exhausted Poor listening skills,Poor listening skills, Attitude towards the sender or the information,Attitude towards the sender or the information, Lack of interest in the message,Lack of interest in the message, Fear, mistrust, past experiences,Fear, mistrust, past experiences, Negative attitude,Negative attitude, Problems at home,Problems at home,

    Lack of common experiences,Lack of common experiences, Lack of clarity in the message,Lack of clarity in the message, Emotions.Emotions.

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    External barriersExternal barriers

    Noise,Noise, Distractions,Distractions,

    E-mail not working,E-mail not working,

    Bad phone connections,Bad phone connections, Time of day,Time of day,

    Environment,Environment,

    Message passing through many personsMessage passing through many persons

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    Types of CommunicationTypes of Communication

    One-Way CommunicationOne-Way CommunicationItItis focused on getting the message to theis focused on getting the message to the

    receiver.receiver.

    Activity VActivity V Geometrical figures (you cant Geometrical figures (you cant

    ask questions, can not show figures just followask questions, can not show figures just followinstructions)instructions)

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    Types of CommunicationTypes of Communication

    Interaction or Two-Way Communication.Interaction or Two-Way Communication.

    This approach recognizes the role of theThis approach recognizes the role of the

    receiver as a communicator through feedback.receiver as a communicator through feedback.

    It is message centered and is a very simplisticIt is message centered and is a very simplisticview of the communication process. Feedbackview of the communication process. Feedback

    allows senders to see if their message gotallows senders to see if their message got

    across.across.

    Activity VIActivity VI Geometrical figures (can ask Geometrical figures (can askquestion can not show figure)question can not show figure)

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    Types of CommunicationTypes of Communication

    TransactionTransaction

    This is when the communication process isThis is when the communication process isapplied and carried out completely. The senderapplied and carried out completely. The sender

    gives a message that is passed on to thegives a message that is passed on to thereceiver. In return, the receiver can give clearreceiver. In return, the receiver can give clearfeedback that allows the sender to knowfeedback that allows the sender to know

    whether or not the message was perceived aswhether or not the message was perceived asintended.intended.

    Activity VIIActivity VII Geometrical figures (can show Geometrical figures (can showfigure)figure)

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    SummarySummary

    Communication is a two-way process that involvesCommunication is a two-way process that involves

    getting your message across and understanding whatgetting your message across and understanding what

    others have to say.others have to say.

    Communication involves active listening, speakingCommunication involves active listening, speaking

    and observing.and observing.

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    Functions of communicationFunctions of communication

    Information (Giving or getting info. )Information (Giving or getting info. )

    Problem solving and decision makingProblem solving and decision making

    Conflict management, negotiating, bargaining,Conflict management, negotiating, bargaining, Control/Instruction (Hierarchy)Control/Instruction (Hierarchy)

    Motivation/Persuasion (Change the behaviour)Motivation/Persuasion (Change the behaviour)

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    Kinds of CommunicationKinds of Communication

    Verbal Communication - VCVerbal Communication - VC

    Non Verbal Communication NVCNon Verbal Communication NVC

    (Examples of NVC)(Examples of NVC)

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    Verbal CommunicationVerbal Communication

    Verbal communication requires the use of:Verbal communication requires the use of: Words,Words,

    Vocabulary,Vocabulary, Language, andLanguage, and

    SkillsSkills

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    How to improve VCHow to improve VC

    Using positive wordsUsing positive words

    Avoid careless languageAvoid careless language

    Reduce verbal pausesReduce verbal pauses Think and prepare before you speakThink and prepare before you speak

    Asking right questions (why leads toAsking right questions (why leads to

    logic/rational and how leads to strategy)logic/rational and how leads to strategy) Telling a storyTelling a story

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    Activity VIIIActivity VIII

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    Non verbal communicationNon verbal communication

    Nonverbal communicationNonverbal communication (NVC) is usually(NVC) is usually

    understood as the process of communicationunderstood as the process of communication

    through sending and receiving wordlessthrough sending and receiving wordless

    messages.messages.

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    Non verbal communicationNon verbal communicationSuch messages can be communicated throughSuch messages can be communicated through PosturePosture

    Facial expressions-anger, hate, fear, joy, sadness and surpriseFacial expressions-anger, hate, fear, joy, sadness and surprise Eyes expression in your eyesEyes expression in your eyes ClothingClothing HairstyleHairstyle Positioning within groups (face to face, side)Positioning within groups (face to face, side) distance one stands from another, how close you stand to othersdistance one stands from another, how close you stand to others Shaking handsShaking hands AppearanceAppearance Voice toneVoice tone SmileSmile How you listenHow you listen Your breathing,Your breathing, The way you moveThe way you move The way you standThe way you stand The way you touch peopleThe way you touch people SilenceSilence

    C iffC diff

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    Common gestures differentCommon gestures different

    meanings in different cultures:meanings in different cultures:

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    Non Verbal CommunicationNon Verbal Communication

    Patients heavily depend upon the non verbalPatients heavily depend upon the non verbal

    communication of Professional andcommunication of Professional and

    Professionals, likewise rely on non verbalProfessionals, likewise rely on non verbal

    communication of Patient.communication of Patient.

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    HapticsHaptics

    It is the study ofIt is the study oftouchingtouching as nonverbal communication.as nonverbal communication.

    TouchesTouches that can be defined as communication include:that can be defined as communication include: Handshakes,Handshakes, holding hands,holding hands, kissing (forehead, cheek, lips, hand),kissing (forehead, cheek, lips, hand), back pat,back pat, high five,high five, shoulder pat,shoulder pat,

    brushing arm, etc.brushing arm, etc.Each of these give off nonverbal messages as to theEach of these give off nonverbal messages as to thetouching person's intentions/feelings.touching person's intentions/feelings.

    http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/0/0e/Sun_dial_-_Sun_Temple.jpg
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    ChronemicsChronemics

    It is the study of the use of time in nonverbalIt is the study of the use of time in nonverbal

    communication.communication.

    The way we perceive time,The way we perceive time,

    structure our time andstructure our time and react to time.react to time.

    Time perceptions include punctuality, willingness toTime perceptions include punctuality, willingness to

    wait, and interactions. The use of time affectswait, and interactions. The use of time affectslifestyles, daily agendas, speed of speech andlifestyles, daily agendas, speed of speech and

    movements and how long people are willing tomovements and how long people are willing to

    listen.listen.

    http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Chronemicshttp://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Chronemicshttp://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/0/0e/Sun_dial_-_Sun_Temple.jpghttp://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Chronemics
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    OculesicsOculesics

    It is the study of the role of eyes in nonverbalIt is the study of the role of eyes in nonverbal

    communication.communication.

    Studies have found that people use their eyesStudies have found that people use their eyes

    to indicate their interest or disinterest.to indicate their interest or disinterest.

    This can be done through eye contact.This can be done through eye contact.

    ParalanguageParalanguage

    http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Eye_contacthttp://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Eye_contacthttp://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Eye_contacthttp://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Paralanguagehttp://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Paralanguagehttp://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Paralanguage
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    ParalanguageParalanguage

    Sometimes called vocalic is the study of various acoustic properties ofSometimes called vocalic is the study of various acoustic properties ofspeech such as-speech such as-

    ToneTone Rate-speedRate-speed Pitch-Pitch-Highness or lowness of voice-Speakers seen more competent ifHighness or lowness of voice-Speakers seen more competent if

    they use a higher and more varied pitch of voice.they use a higher and more varied pitch of voice. We associate low pitch voices with strength and maturityWe associate low pitch voices with strength and maturity We associate high pitch voices with tenseness, helplessness, & nervousness.We associate high pitch voices with tenseness, helplessness, & nervousness.

    Volume-Volume-How loudly we speakHow loudly we speak Loud people are perceived as aggressive or overbearingLoud people are perceived as aggressive or overbearing Soft voices are perceived as timid or polite.,Soft voices are perceived as timid or polite.,

    AccentAccent Vocal Fillers-Vocal Fillers-Words used to fill space-"uh"Words used to fill space-"uh" QualityQuality-Made up of tempo, resonance, rhythm, and articulation-Made up of tempo, resonance, rhythm, and articulation

    http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Paralanguagehttp://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Paralanguagehttp://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Paralanguagehttp://images.google.co.in/imgres?imgurl=http://www.starstore.com/acatalog/white-tiger-poster.jpg&imgrefurl=http://www.starstore.com/acatalog/Starstore_Catalogue_Lion_posters__Tigers_poster__Elephant_poster_5500.html&h=768&w=511&sz=94&hl=en&start=44&tbnid=KSC435FaId0ieM:&tbnh=142&tbnw=94&prev=/images%3Fq%3Dwhite%2Btiger%26start%3D40%26gbv%3D2%26ndsp%3D20%26svnum%3D10%26hl%3Den%26sa%3DN
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    Tips for effective communicationTips for effective communication

    Simplify languageSimplify language

    Listen activelyListen actively

    Break the barriersBreak the barriers

    Use feedbackUse feedback Do not depend upon grapevineDo not depend upon grapevine

    Be aware of others levels, feelings and attitudesBe aware of others levels, feelings and attitudes

    Do not act on assumptionsDo not act on assumptions Do not jump on conclusions.Do not jump on conclusions.

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    Think about allThink about all the ways you use in communicationthe ways you use in communication

    during a single day:during a single day:

    Talking face-to-face with people in the hospitalTalking face-to-face with people in the hospital

    Replying the query of the patient on the phoneReplying the query of the patient on the phone

    Buying bus or train ticketsBuying bus or train tickets

    Going to the shops, talking to staffGoing to the shops, talking to staff

    Sending text messages from your mobileSending text messages from your mobile

    Writing letters or e-mailsWriting letters or e-mails

    Chatting using Yahoo messengerChatting using Yahoo messenger

    Meeting friendsMeeting friends

    Attending interviewsAttending interviews

    QuestionsQuestions

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    QuestionsQuestions Prepare a case of effective health communication.Prepare a case of effective health communication.

    Prepare a case where things do not materializePrepare a case where things do not materializedue to ineffective health communication.due to ineffective health communication. What are different kinds of communication ?What are different kinds of communication ?

    Explain with examples.Explain with examples. As a health centre manager how would youAs a health centre manager how would you

    improve the communication skills of yourimprove the communication skills of yourcolleagues?colleagues?

    What are the essentials of effectiveWhat are the essentials of effectivecommunication?communication?

    How the barriers affects communication?How the barriers affects communication?

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    Jo-Harry windowJo-Harry window

    Known to selfKnown to self Unknown to selfUnknown to self

    Known to othersKnown to others PUBLICPUBLIC

    Free to self andFree to self andothersothers

    BLINDBLIND

    Known to othersKnown to othershidden to selfhidden to self

    Unknown toUnknown to

    othersothersPRIVATEPRIVATE

    Known to self butKnown to self but

    hidden fromhidden from

    othersothers

    POTENTIALPOTENTIAL

    Unknown to beUnknown to be

    exploredexplored

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    Memo guidelineMemo guideline

    ToTo FromFrom DateDate Subject (1/8Subject (1/8thth of matter)of matter) Opening, context (1/4Opening, context (1/4thth of matter)of matter) Main body discussion (1/2 of matter)Main body discussion (1/2 of matter) Closing segment and Attachments (1/8Closing segment and Attachments (1/8thth ofof

    matter)matter)

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    MemoMemo

    To: All StaffTo: All Staff

    From: Hilary, Head of G.AFrom: Hilary, Head of G.A ssignaignattuurere

    Date: May 29, 2009Date: May 29, 2009

    Subject: New Memo Format Effective from June 1Subject: New Memo Format Effective from June 1

    In order to make interoffice communications easier, please adhere to the following guidelinesIn order to make interoffice communications easier, please adhere to the following guidelinesfor writing effective memos:for writing effective memos:

    1.1. Clearly state the purpose of the memo in the subject line and in the first paragraph.Clearly state the purpose of the memo in the subject line and in the first paragraph.2.2. Keep language professional, simple and polite.Keep language professional, simple and polite.

    3.3. Use short sentences.Use short sentences.

    4.4. Use bullets if a lot of information is conveyed.Use bullets if a lot of information is conveyed.

    5.5. Proofread before sending.Proofread before sending.

    6.6. Address the memo to the person (s) who will take action on the subject, and CC those who needAddress the memo to the person (s) who will take action on the subject, and CC those who needto know about the action.to know about the action.

    Attach additional information: dont place it in the body of the memo if possible.Attach additional information: dont place it in the body of the memo if possible.Please put this format into practice immediately. We appreciate your assistance in developingPlease put this format into practice immediately. We appreciate your assistance in developing

    clear communications.clear communications.

    If you have any questions, please dont hesitate to call me.If you have any questions, please dont hesitate to call me.

    Thank you.Thank you.

    TO: Kelly Anderson, Marketing ExecutiveTO: Kelly Anderson, Marketing Executive

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    FROM: Jonathon Fitzgerald, Market Research AssistantFROM: Jonathon Fitzgerald, Market Research Assistant

    DATE: June 14, 2008DATE: June 14, 2008

    SUBJECT: Fall Clothes Line PromotionSUBJECT: Fall Clothes Line Promotion

    Through market research and analysis, it has been discovered that the proposed advertising media for the new fall lines needThrough market research and analysis, it has been discovered that the proposed advertising media for the new fall lines needto be reprioritized and changed. Findings from focus groups and surveys have made it apparent that we need to updateto be reprioritized and changed. Findings from focus groups and surveys have made it apparent that we need to updateour advertising efforts to align them with the styles and trends of young adults today. No longer are young adultsour advertising efforts to align them with the styles and trends of young adults today. No longer are young adults

    interested in sitcoms as they watch reality televisions shows. Also, it is has become increasingly important to use theinterested in sitcoms as they watch reality televisions shows. Also, it is has become increasingly important to use theinternet as a tool to communicate with our target audience to show our dominance in the clothing industry.internet as a tool to communicate with our target audience to show our dominance in the clothing industry.

    Internet AdvertisingInternet Advertising

    XYZ Company needs to focus advertising on internet sites that appeal to young people. According to surveys, 72% of ourXYZ Company needs to focus advertising on internet sites that appeal to young people. According to surveys, 72% of ourtarget market uses the internet for five hours or more per week. The following list shows in order of popularity the mosttarget market uses the internet for five hours or more per week. The following list shows in order of popularity the mostfrequented sites:frequented sites:

    1.1. Google, Facebook, Myspace, EBay, iTunesGoogle, Facebook, Myspace, EBay, iTunes

    Shifting our efforts from our other media sources such as radio and magazine to these popular internet sites will moreShifting our efforts from our other media sources such as radio and magazine to these popular internet sites will more

    effectively promote our product sales. Young adults are spending more and more time on the internet downloadingeffectively promote our product sales. Young adults are spending more and more time on the internet downloadingmusic, communicating and researching for homework and less and less time reading paper magazines and listening tomusic, communicating and researching for homework and less and less time reading paper magazines and listening tothe radio. As the trend for cultural icons to go digital, so must our marketing plans.the radio. As the trend for cultural icons to go digital, so must our marketing plans.

    Television AdvertisingTelevision Advertising

    It used to be common to advertise for our products on shows likeIt used to be common to advertise for our products on shows like FriendsFriends andand SeinfeldSeinfeldfor our target audience, but even thefor our target audience, but even theface of television is changing. Young adults are tuning into reality television shows for their entertainment. Results fromface of television is changing. Young adults are tuning into reality television shows for their entertainment. Results fromthe focus group show that our target audience is most interested in shows likethe focus group show that our target audience is most interested in shows like American IdolAmerican Idol,,The ApprenticeThe Apprentice,, the time tothe time totell truthtell truth andandAmerica's Next Top ModelAmerica's Next Top Model. The only non-reality television show to be ranked in the top ten most. The only non-reality television show to be ranked in the top ten mostcommonly watched shows by males and females 18-25 iscommonly watched shows by males and females 18-25 is Desperate HousewivesDesperate Housewives. At Blue Incorporated, we need to. At Blue Incorporated, we need to

    focus our advertising budget on reality television shows and reduce the amount of advertising spent on other programs.focus our advertising budget on reality television shows and reduce the amount of advertising spent on other programs.By refocusing our advertising efforts of our new line of clothing we will be able to maximize the exposure of our product toBy refocusing our advertising efforts of our new line of clothing we will be able to maximize the exposure of our product to

    our target market and therefore increase our sales. Tapping into the trends of young adults will help us gain market shareour target market and therefore increase our sales. Tapping into the trends of young adults will help us gain market shareand sales through effective advertising.and sales through effective advertising.

    I hope that this will help you in planning the future strategy. If you have any doubts I will be happy to assist you.I hope that this will help you in planning the future strategy. If you have any doubts I will be happy to assist you.

    ThanksThanks

    Attachments: Focus Group Results, January- May 2008; Survey Findings, January - April 2008Attachments: Focus Group Results, January- May 2008; Survey Findings, January - April 2008

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    Letter Guide line -Letter Guide line -

    1.1. Your Address: (Not needed if the letter isYour Address: (Not needed if the letter isprinted on paper with the company letterheadprinted on paper with the company letterheadalready on it.): The return address of the sender ofalready on it.): The return address of the sender ofthe letter so the recipient can easily find out wherethe letter so the recipient can easily find out whereto send a reply to. Skip a line between yourto send a reply to. Skip a line between youraddress and the date.address and the date.

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    2.2. Date: Put the date on which the letter wasDate: Put the date on which the letter was

    written in the format Month Day Year i.e.written in the format Month Day Year i.e.

    August 30, 2009. Skip a line between theAugust 30, 2009. Skip a line between the

    date and the inside address (some peopledate and the inside address (some people

    skip 3 or 4 lines after date)skip 3 or 4 lines after date)

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    3.3. Inside Address: The address of the personInside Address: The address of the person

    you are writing to along with the name of theyou are writing to along with the name of the

    recipient, their title and company name, ifrecipient, their title and company name, if

    you are not sure who the letter should beyou are not sure who the letter should be

    addressed to either leave it blank, but try toaddressed to either leave it blank, but try to

    put in a title, i.e. "Director of Humanput in a title, i.e. "Director of Human

    Resources". Skip a line between the date andResources". Skip a line between the date andthe salutation.the salutation.

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    4.4. Salutation: Dear Ms./Mrs./Mr. LastSalutation: Dear Ms./Mrs./Mr. Last

    Name:, Dear Director of Department Name:Name:, Dear Director of Department Name:

    or To Whom It May Concern: if recipient'sor To Whom It May Concern: if recipient's

    name is unknown. Note that there is a colonname is unknown. Note that there is a colon

    after the salutation. Skip a line between theafter the salutation. Skip a line between the

    salutation and the subject line or body.salutation and the subject line or body.

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    5.5. Subject Line (optional): Makes it easierSubject Line (optional): Makes it easier

    for the recipient to find out what the letter isfor the recipient to find out what the letter is

    about. Skip a line between the subject lineabout. Skip a line between the subject line

    and the body.and the body.

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    6.6. Body: The body is where you write theBody: The body is where you write the

    content of the letter; the paragraphs shouldcontent of the letter; the paragraphs should

    be single spaced with a skipped line betweenbe single spaced with a skipped line between

    each paragraph. Skip a line between end ofeach paragraph. Skip a line between end of

    body and closing.body and closing.

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    7.7. Closing: Let's the reader know that you areClosing: Let's the reader know that you arefinished with your letter; usually ends withfinished with your letter; usually ends withSincerely, Sincerely yours, Thank you, andSincerely, Sincerely yours, Thank you, and

    so on. Note that there is a comma after theso on. Note that there is a comma after theend of the closing and only the first word inend of the closing and only the first word inthe closing is capitalized. Skip 3-4 linesthe closing is capitalized. Skip 3-4 linesbetween the closing and the printed name, sobetween the closing and the printed name, sothat there is room for the signature.that there is room for the signature.

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    8.8. Signature: Your signature will go in thisSignature: Your signature will go in this

    section, usually signed in black or blue inksection, usually signed in black or blue ink

    with a pen.with a pen.

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    10.10. Enclosure: If letter contains otherEnclosure: If letter contains other

    document other than the letter itself yourdocument other than the letter itself your

    letter will include the word "Enclosure." Ifletter will include the word "Enclosure." If

    there is more than one you would type,there is more than one you would type,

    "Enclosures (#)" with the # being the number"Enclosures (#)" with the # being the number

    of other documents enclosed that doesn'tof other documents enclosed that doesn't

    include the letter itself.include the letter itself.

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    11.11. CC Mark a copy to inform otherCC Mark a copy to inform other

    significant others.significant others.

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    12.12. Reference Initials: If someone other thanReference Initials: If someone other than

    yourself typed the letter you will includeyourself typed the letter you will include

    your initials in capital letters followed by theyour initials in capital letters followed by the

    typist's initials in lower case in the followingtypist's initials in lower case in the following

    format; AG/gs.format; AG/gs.

    LetterLetter

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    Return Address Line 1Return Address Line 1 11

    Reference Date (Month Day, Year)Reference Date (Month Day, Year) 22

    Mr./Mrs./Ms./Dr. Full name of recipient.Mr./Mrs./Ms./Dr. Full name of recipient.

    33

    Title/Position of Recipient.Title/Position of Recipient.Company NameCompany NameAddress Line 1Address Line 1Address Line 2Address Line 2

    Dear Ms./Mrs./Mr./Dr. Last Name:Dear Ms./Mrs./Mr./Dr. Last Name: 44

    Subject: Title of SubjectSubject: Title of Subject 55

    Body ParagraphBody Paragraph

    1 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

    Body ParagraphBody Paragraph2 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

    Body ParagraphBody Paragraph3 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 66

    Closing (Sincerely...),Closing (Sincerely...), 77

    SignatureSignature 88

    Your Name (Printed)Your Name (Printed) 99Your TitleYour Title

    Enclosures (2)Enclosures (2) 1010CCCC

    Typist Initials.Typist Initials. 1111

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    Game - Let us learn to be sensitiveGame - Let us learn to be sensitive

    Write the names of two things you received inWrite the names of two things you received in

    gift from somebody.gift from somebody.

    Write the names of two things you have earnedWrite the names of two things you have earned

    yourself.yourself.

    Write the names of two dear ones whom youWrite the names of two dear ones whom you

    like the most.like the most.