Author Question: Discuss why it is important to use the you perspective in your request messages. What will be an ... (Read 72 times)

sarasara

  • Hero Member
  • *****
  • Posts: 521
Discuss why it is important to use the you perspective in your request messages.
 
  What will be an ideal response?

Question 2

A thank you note that is hand written has the advantage of helping the writer stand out from those who sent electronic thank you notes.
 
  Indicate whether the statement is true or false.



harveenkau8139

  • Sr. Member
  • ****
  • Posts: 304
Answer to Question 1

Answer: Your audience will be more receptive to your request if you compose the message from their perspective, not your own. In fact, this is true for all communication. Too often, writers and speakers focus on what they want or what is important to them, often organizing the communication to reflect their own thought process and needs. This I perspective is likely to confuse or bore the audience. By contrast, using a you perspective helps you think primarily about what your audience needs to know, the questions they may have about your request, and how they will benefit from your message. Taking a you perspective motivates your audience to respond positively to your request.

Answer to Question 2

Answer: True
Explanation: Your audience may perceive a handwritten note to be an even more meaningful expression of gratitude because a handwritten note can actually help you stand out in this era of overflowing electronic inboxes.



Related Topics

Need homework help now?

Ask unlimited questions for free

Ask a Question
 

Did you know?

Liver spots have nothing whatsoever to do with the liver. They are a type of freckles commonly seen in older adults who have been out in the sun without sufficient sunscreen.

Did you know?

Chronic necrotizing aspergillosis has a slowly progressive process that, unlike invasive aspergillosis, does not spread to other organ systems or the blood vessels. It most often affects middle-aged and elderly individuals, spreading to surrounding tissue in the lungs. The disease often does not respond to conventionally successful treatments, and requires individualized therapies in order to keep it from becoming life-threatening.

Did you know?

On average, the stomach produces 2 L of hydrochloric acid per day.

Did you know?

Human neurons are so small that they require a microscope in order to be seen. However, some neurons can be up to 3 feet long, such as those that extend from the spinal cord to the toes.

Did you know?

The human body's pharmacokinetics are quite varied. Our hair holds onto drugs longer than our urine, blood, or saliva. For example, alcohol can be detected in the hair for up to 90 days after it was consumed. The same is true for marijuana, cocaine, ecstasy, heroin, methamphetamine, and nicotine.

For a complete list of videos, visit our video library