KISS and Jack Valenti's (former LBJ speech writer, then head ) of words come first to mind: "Keep it short, sharp and punchy." Seems to apply to every type of communication.
I would also consider newswriting style, which advises using the 4 Ws + H to organize the writing: Who, What, Where, When, and How. Sorry, got brain fog today, wish I could be helpful in more detail. Tim ----- Message from "Bill Swallow" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> on Thu, 8 > I'm researching effective communication practices to employ across my > organization. I have a few books I can pull off my bookshelf already > delivery tactics. As you can imagine, my focus is very wide, from > presentations and meetings down to email and IM. I'm not looking for > golden hammers or proverbs, but information I can dissect and reflect > back upon my findings as I dive into what the true issues that need > addressing are. ______________________________________________ Author Help files and create printed documentation with Doc-To-Help. New release adds Team Authoring Support, enhanced Web-based help technology and PDF output. Learn more at www.doctohelp.com/tcp. Interactive 3D Documentation Parts catalogs, animated instructions, and more. www.i3deverywhere.com _______________________________________________ Technical Communication Professionals Post a message to the list: email [EMAIL PROTECTED] Subscribe, unsubscribe, archives, account options, list info: http://techcommpros.com/mailman/listinfo/tcp_techcommpros.com Subscribe (email): send a blank message to [EMAIL PROTECTED] Unsubscribe (email): send a blank message to [EMAIL PROTECTED] Need help? Contact [EMAIL PROTECTED] Get the TCP whole experience! http://www.techcommpros.com
