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followed by a solution proposal, and wrapped it up with an action plan, a memo can write itself!

ollowed by a solution proposal, and wrapped it up with an action plan, a memo can write itself!

1. Have I used any extra words or sentences that are not necessary?       2. Is my average paragraph approximately 50 words?       3. Did I use any headings or subheads in the text?       4. Could any information be presented in a bulleted format?       5. Would the use of bold print or other highlights enhance key points?       6. Should any information be linked to other documents?       7. Is my work mechanically excellent?

The bottom line is basically if you want to get out of the "paper based stone age" and make your electronic material more user friendly and enhance your message effectiveness, your focus in developing electronic content should include the Three Fundamental Rules for effective written communications.

A basic principle in developing any written communication is when content is developed in a user friendly format and adjusted to meet the needs of the consumer, readability increases and message effectiveness is enhanced.