Purcom finals lesson 2

Communication

Is the bridge that connects people, organization and countries

Importance of business correspondence

Is essential in realizing organizational goals

Maintaining proper relationships

Is governed by the fact that it facilitates effective communication which does not cost the business too much

Acting as evidence

Is further solidified as it lets business keep records of facts that serves evidence

Creating goodwill

A company’s growth increases due to business correspondence

Costing very less

Is an inexpensive mode of communication in terms of money as well time

Removing ambiguity in communication

Is a formal correspondence between the involved parties

Helping businesses expand and grow

Can have seamless flow of information regarding any product or resources

Internal correspondence

The flow of information between employees, departments, branches, and units of the same company

Sales correspondence

It’s not concerned with the sale of a product or service but encompasses many other activities

Routine correspondence

This type is written routinely like orders, inquiry, invitations, and etc.

Personalized correspondence

Involves personal and emotional factors.

Circulars

Is used when a business has to convey a common matter to a large audience

Business letters

Are the most formal method of communication following specific formats

Letter of application

A letter that introduces you to an employer through personalized explanation of your qualifications

Letter of intent

Also known interchangeably as a letter of interest, is something to send to your manager

Resume

A formal document that provides an overview of your professional qualification

Contact information

Name, number, location and email

Resume summary or objective

A brief 2-4 sentence summary of work

Professional title

Should mirror exact position one is applying for

Work experience

States achievements and experience in chronological order

Skill section

Is relevant for the position

Education

A educational history or degree you’ve accomplished

Optional section

Sections like volunteer, projects, portfolio, hobbies, etc.

Curriculum Vitae

Provides a summary of your experience and skill; at least 2-3 pages

Letter of inquiry

Ask for someone for a specific information

Letter of resignation

Is an official letter sent by an employee to an employer giving notice s/he will be no longer work in company

Email

Is the latest formal method of business communication

Memorandum

Is a document used for internal communication within organization.