What are the attributes of successful business correspondence?

Answer:
The most important attributes of successful business correspondence is to be concise and to the point. Always include:

  • the date of the correspondence
  • the name or party to whom the letter is sent
  • the reason for the letter
  • the information supporting the reason for the letter
  • the action that you expect the recipient take to based on the letter
  • the follow up information necessary for the recipient to act (relevant dates, contact information, etc.)
  • the name of the sender of the letter and title, if applicable
  • the signature of the sender of the letter
  • a list of anything in addition to the letter included with the letter, if applicable
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