Challenges
Lack of in-depth background knowledge on how to compose a persuasive memo. This made it difficult to develop the format of the memo for the very first time.
I experienced difficulties to choose the most appropriate tone in relation to the audience I was addressing. Severally, I found myself having used a casual tone in a case where I should have used more official terms in communication.
I experienced difficulties developing sharp focus when providing information. In other words, I was unable to effectively address issues straight to the point.
Strategy to Address the Challenges
I conducted a background study on the essentials of a memo. This ensured I start from a point of substantial understanding on the importance and use of the memo in different scenarios.
In regard to tone, I also conducted a research to determine the various tones that can be used in different scenarios. Importantly, I paid special attention to the kind of language that should be used when addressing an issue in an official setting.
I worked on my ability to proofread a memo once it is written. In addition, I tried to be my best critique while doing so. I was, therefore, able to determine where wordiness appeared.
Strategies that led to the completion of the final memo
Understanding the characteristics of an effective memo
Developing insight on the development of persuasive language
Researching on how to choose the subject statement in order to make it easy for the audience to understand its focus.
Improvement as a Communicator
I have now managed to identify the needs of any audience I would need to talk to. This is based on my current understanding that a good communicator ought to identify the information that the audience require.
With identification of the needs, I am currently able to address issues with sharp focus without including unnecessary wordiness or confusing statements
Formatting a memo in a more appealing, persuasive, and informative manner has also become possible
What has brought the improvement?
Dedication to learn was one of the most important aspects that have led to the improvement
Being m best critique has helped me to conduct effective self-appraisals forming the basis of improvement.
The willingness to correct mistakes rather than cover them up was also a fundamentally vital undertaking.
In addition, practising on how to write the persuasive memo allowed me to put my theoretical knowledge into practice.
Biggest accomplishment in this course
The biggest accomplishment in this course is related to the capability I have gained to identify the needs of the audience, select a relevant tone, and communicate with sharp focus on the subject.
Career skills that I improved in this course
I gained effective interpersonal skills in the process of making inquiries during the course since I had to approach my colleagues as well as the tutor. In the process, i gained insight on how to deal with people based on the level of relationship held.
When working in groups, I was able to work with my colleagues in collaboration hence gaining the ability to be a team-player.
Impact of participating in course assignment
My ability to research and conduct independent inquiry has increased significantly
I am now a better critical thinker than I was before taking the course
