Business and Administrative Communication 10th Edition by Kitty Locker,Donna Kienzler

Exercise 20

Interview someone about the composing process(es) he or she uses for on-the-job writing. Questions you could ask include the following:
What kind of planning do you do before you write Do you make lists formal or informal outlines
When you need more information, where do you get it
How do you compose your drafts Do you dictate Draft with pen and paper Compose on screen
How do you find uninterrupted time to compose
When you want advice about style, grammar, and spelling, what source(s) do you consult
Does your superior ever read your drafts and make suggestions
Do you ever work with other writers to produce a single document Describe the process you use.
Describe the process of creating a document where you felt the final document reflected your best work. Describe the process of creating a document you found difficult or frustrating. What sorts of things make writing easier or harder for you
As your instructor directs,
a. Share your results orally with a small group of students.
b. Present your results in an oral presentation to the class.
c. Present your results in an e-mail to your instructor.
d. Share your results with a small group of students and write a joint e-mail reporting the similarities and differences you found.