Identifying Professional Writing Best Practices

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WP1—Identifying Professional Writing Best Practices RATIONALE To prepare to write WP1 and introduce several professional writing best practices, let’s work together to identify things in Ric’s memo you plan to address when writing your own. TASK Leave at least one comment identifying something you plan to address, revise, or otherwise change based on Ric’s initial memo below. These could include · Issues with Purpose (P) · What is this memo’s purpose(s), and how could it better accomplish them? · Keep in mind that documents have multiple purposes, but one of them is generally primary, and should control the document’s shape and function. · Consider the scope of this document. What information does the audience need to know right now? What could be conveyed later, or in a different mode? · How should this document best prioritize/arrange information for clarity? · Issues with Audience (A) · What are best practices for writing to an international and/or ELL (English Language Learning) audience? Consult SWW. · Keep in mind Ric’s and your roles at PB. What can each of these roles reasonably discuss with the audience in this context? · Issues with Tone (T) · Is this writing striving for inclusivity among gender, race, level of ability, etc.? · What level of formality would make this memo effective? (Note that I’ve modeled annotating PAT for you below; you should annotate your own PAT on every WP you submit, which will help you think through how to write it.) Peanut Butter, Inc. 222 W Merchandise Mart Plaza #1212 Chicago, IL 60654 getpeanutbutter.com September 10, 2020 Kintaro Kaneda, CEO Comment by Jenny Ingersoll: A: Mr. K.... Kaneda International Investment Company Ichiban-cho Tokyo 160 Japan Dear Kintaro-san: PB is deeply honored and thrilled to welcome you! My name is Ric, and I can safely say that every man and woman in our office is grateful you’re visiting us. Comment by Jenny Ingersoll: T: Welcoming Comment by Jenny Ingersoll: P2: To establish a friendly rapport with Mr. K. Here’s your itinerary so we’re on the same page: You’ll be leaving Tokyo on ANA 12 at 5:05 pm on the day before the meeting, 10/29/2020. When you arrive in Chicago at 2:50 pm (on the same day), you’ll recognize Michelle at Arrivals (look for the African American woman). She’s hearing-impaired, but is still perfectly capable of driving you to the Marriott Hotel. You may have heard there are numerous COVID-19 cases in the US, but we can assure you of the Marriott’s cleanliness and safety. We’ll reimburse you for anything extraneous at the airport, like the skycap—it’s on us. Although you may be tired from your flight, I’m confident you’ll want to join my colleagues for dinner that night at Cindy’s, which offers commanding views of the city (and is a rooftop restaurant for your safety!). I won’t be able to join you that evening since my wife will be out of town and she has me on daddy duty, but I’ll see you the next day at our offices. Comment by Jenny Ingersoll: P: To clearly communicate Mr. Kaneda's flights and itinerary. Our people will meet you there Friday, where we’ll show you around the office and present a brief presentation on our illustrious company history. After, there will be a staff interview so you can share your wisdom with the team! Our C-suite will accompany you for a portion of your visit but you’re also free to check out the city cites on your own provided you adhere to face mask and social distancing laws. To be frank, we’re excited at the prospect of building stronger business relationships with Peanut Butter’s Japan offices. We’re all hardworking businessmen (just like you folks are in Japan!) and your investment would help stabilize the growth of our humble little company and help it go multinational. Anyway, I hope you’ll enjoy your stay until your departure on 11/1/2020 ANA 11 at 10:00 am and touchdown back in Japan at 2:20 pm. If there’s anything you’d like to do, we’re all ears! We’re looking forward to meeting with you soon. With regards, Richard Green Peanut Butter Memo Revision Length: No more than 1 page Format: Memo Scenario You’re a Senior Marketer at Peanut Butter, a Chicago-based startup that helps companies offer student loan relief to their employees. In its quest for funding and publicity, PB is hosting Kintaro Kaneda, a well-known investor and financial influencer in Japan’s startup scene. You’ve taken on the responsibility of facilitating Mr. Kaneda’s visit to Chicago and the PB offices. Your CEO believes that if Mr. Kaneda’s visit runs smoothly, he may invest in PB or promote it abroad. You’re excited about this possibility, but you’re also concerned. A Junior Marketer, Richard, emailed Mr. Kaneda his itinerary, but Mr. Kaneda’s reply is… concerning. He doesn’t seem to understand how to catch his flights or get to PB’s offices. He’s (understandably) concerned about the US’s high number of COVID-19 cases compared to Japan’s. Also, he seems to think Richard is PB’s CEO. Upon reviewing Richard’s initial memo, you’ve decided to send Mr. Kaneda a new one yourself, clarifying the previous memo’s content. Task Based on the Memo Activity in the Week 1 module, write a new memo from the Senior Marketer’s perspective (yours, NOT Richard’s) that uses professional writing best practices and reflects PAT, or · Accomplishes its primary and/or multiple purposes · Demonstrates audience awareness · Uses an effective tone Considerations 1. See SWW chapters 1 and 4, especially regarding memos and international readers 2. Remember PAT! · What’s the overall purpose of this memo? Is the content in Richard’s memo appropriate for accomplishing the memo’s goals? · Who is the audience ? Might the audience be more than one person? Does Richard’s memo cater to this audience? · What tone will best accomplish the memo’s goals? Does Richard’s memo send any messages that might reflect poorly on Peanut Butter?

Paper For Above instruction

The purpose of this memo is to clarify and correct information previously communicated by Richard concerning Kintaro Kaneda’s upcoming visit to Peanut Butter’s Chicago office. As a senior marketer at Peanut Butter, it is imperative to ensure that all communication reflects professionalism, clarity, and cultural sensitivity, especially when engaging with international stakeholders such as Mr. Kaneda. The initial memo prepared by Richard aimed to introduce Mr. Kaneda to our facilities and schedule but contained ambiguities and inaccuracies that could hinder the success of his visit and our organization's reputation.

Primarily, the memo’s purpose is to provide precise logistical details about Mr. Kaneda’s flights, accommodations, and schedule to facilitate a smooth visit. It aims to establish a welcoming tone while conveying critical information, including flight numbers, arrival times, and planned activities. However, Richard’s original communication failed to clearly distinguish between the roles and responsibilities associated with the itinerary, creating confusion about who is responsible for meeting Mr. Kaneda and how he should navigate his travel within the US. Furthermore, the memo did not adequately address cultural and health considerations, specifically the heightened COVID-19 precautions in Chicago compared to Japan. This oversight could lead to misunderstandings about safety measures and appropriate behavior during his stay.

From an audience perspective, it is evident that Mr. Kaneda is not only a potential investor but also a representative of Japan’s startup and investment community. Therefore, the memo must be written in a tone that is respectful, professional, and culturally sensitive, demonstrating an awareness of the international context. Given that English may be a second language for Mr. Kaneda and possibly other recipients, the language should be clear, simple, and unambiguous to avoid misinterpretation.

The tone of the revised memo should prioritize inclusivity, professionalism, and reassurance. It should acknowledge the importance of Mr. Kaneda’s visit and the seriousness of our hospitality, while also addressing his concerns about COVID-19 by emphasizing safety measures. The memo should clarify misunderstandings—such as roles (Richard being a junior marketer, not the CEO)—and provide definitive instructions regarding travel, meeting arrangements, and health precautions. This approach builds trust, demonstrates respect for cultural differences, and underscores our commitment to a successful partnership.

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