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May 2, 2011
Surviving Report Writing

Is writing a report a daunting task? Would you rather have a root canal? Do you dread writing a report for your boss? Do you need to teach others to write reports? Writing effective reports does not have to be intimidating. If you follow a few basic guidelines and view the task as manageable parts, your report can be completed without too much frustration.

By Dr. Rhonda Rhodes and Dr. Joyce Kupsh

Is writing a report a daunting task? Does the task seem terrifying and arduous? Would you rather have a root canal? Do you dread writing a report for your boss? Do you need to teach others to write reports?

Writing effective reports does not have to be intimidating. If you follow a few basic guidelines and view the task as manageable parts, your report can be completed without too much frustration. The manageable parts are: Organizing, Starting, Writing, Polishing, Producing, and Finishing.