Problem: Imagine a scenario in which you work in Human Resources for a company. Your boss asks you to write an expense report. You have never written such a report before. Based on your knowledge about genres, what are some strategies you might use to help you write an expense report? (Select all that apply)
- Ask your boss or a colleague for examples of successful expense reports
- Dive right in and be creative in writing the report
- Consult outside resources such as a professional writing guide or an online source to learn more potential audiences and purposes for expense reports
- Think about who will use the document (the audience) and why (the purpose).