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Name three ways to emphasize important ideas in sentences. When should business writers use active-voice sentences? Passive voice sentences?
Why is cluster diagramming considered an intuitive process whereas outlining is considered an analytical process?
In what ways do you imagine that writing on the job differs from the writing you do in your academic studies? Consider process as well as product.
Discuss the ethics of the indirect pattern of organization. Is it manipulative to delay the presentation of the main idea in a message?
Brain storming can be a productive method for generating problem solving ideas. You can improve your brainstorming skills through practice.
When a German firm received a message from an American firm saying that it was “time to talk turkey,” it was puzzled but decided to reply in Turkish.
Describe potential challenges that may be encountered while working in the field of corrections.
You are trying to collect an overdue payment of $163,000 on a shipment of milk powder to the Dominican Republic.
How are the careers within the field of corrections projected to change over the next decade? What trends are included in these changes?
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Diversity Role-Playing: Hey, We’re All Clones! Reebok International, the athletic footwear and apparel company.
Locating Diversity Training Consultants Management thought it was doing the right thing in diversifying its staff. But now signs of friction are appearing
Could You Become a Victim to Cross-Border Fraud? Exciting advancements in trade and technology have given consumers unprecedented access to new products.
In what ways is business writing different from academic writing? Describe the components in each stage of the 3-x-3 writing process.
What are the advantages and disadvantages of team-written documents? List five factors to consider when selecting a communication channel.
What is meant by “audience benefits”? When is the “you” view appropriate, and when is it inappropriate? What is bias-free language?
For the last time, I’m warning all staff members that they must use virus protection software—or else!.
How can the 3-x-3 writing process help the writer of a business report as well as the writer of an oral presentation?
How is this possible if you don’t really know the people who will receive a sales letter or who will hear your business presentation?
Discuss the following statement: “The English language is a landmine—it is filled with terms that are easily misinterpreted.
You overheard the following statements as a group of college students discussed copyright issues. Which of these statements do you think are true.
Why are domestic companies such as Wal-Mart expanding into overseas markets, and what developments have made such globalization possible?
What is culture and how is culture learned? Describe five major dimensions of culture. Briefly, contrast high- and low-context cultures.
When interacting with people who do not use your language, why is it important to learn the words for please, yes.
Describe six tips for improving communication among diverse workplace audiences. English is becoming the world’s business language.