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

Exercise 32

Evaluate the following subject lines. Is one subject line in each group clearly best Or does the "best" line depend on company culture, whether the message is a paper memo or an e-mail message, or on some other factor
1. Subject: Request
Subject: Why I Need a New Computer
Subject: Increasing My Productivity
2. Subject: Who Wants Extra Hours
Subject: Holiday Work Schedule
Subject: Working Extra Hours During the Holiday Season
3. Subject: Student Mentors
Subject: Can You Be an E-Mail Mentor
Subject: Volunteers Needed
4. Subject: More Wine and Cheese
Subject: Today s Reception for Japanese Visitors
Subject: Reminder
5. Subject: Reducing Absenteeism
Subject: Opening a Day Care Center for Sick Children of Employees
Subject: Why We Need Expanded Day Care Facilities