contact: Will it be a phone call? An email? A letter?
be sure to check your spelling and grammar carefully — good writing makes a good impression!
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A friendly but businesslike tone is appropriate; being too informal with someone you don’t know isn’t appropriate. When you’re addressing an adult, always use Mr., Mrs., Ms., or Dr. — whatever the applicable form of address is. Don’t use an adult’s first name!
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QUESTION
First: Identify possible allies. Next: Choose your best method of first
> If you’re writing a letter or an email,
START
An AGENT is someone who takes ACTION. When you’re on a quest, you’re an agent. But it’s often important to have ALLIES who can provide guidance and resources as you make your way.
Communication tips
ABOUT
Who can help you with your project? How will you go about making contact? How will you ask for help? How will you follow up?
HOME
Agents and Allies
telephone, always ask if the person has a few minutes to speak to you, or if there’s a more convenient time for you to call.
In general, here’s what you’ll cover in that first contact:
Describe your goal State what you think you’ll need to complete your project successfully
inspire them It could well in! help you aga
ENGAGE
Ask for help
WILL YOUR ALLIES UR GOOD O APPRECIATE Y N. IO T A COMMUNIC to
UNPACK
Introduce yourself and your team
Ask permission to follow-up Express hope for a reply and appreciation for any help that may be offered
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FINISH
Dear Mr. Castelli, our goal We’'re now halfway to 0 seniors of reaching out to 20 . We just with cards and letters , and wanted to let you know providing also to thank you for the supplies we need ……...
TELL
There are different types of follow-up tasks. You can report progress, and, of course, you can say thank you.
SOLVE
Choose your best method of follow-up: Will it be a letter? A card? An email? A phone call?
Hello, may I please speak with Dr. Jones? This is Sam Smith calling. I represent the Service Learning Adventure Team …...