Writing Business Memos

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Each memo is written for a specific purpose to a specific audience. The purpose and audience for your memo will help guide what type of memo you will write.

Even though no two memos are identifcal, four common broad categories exist. If you are unsure about how to format your memo, ask your instructor or review memos your co-workers have written.

• Directive
• Response to an Inquiry
• Trip Report
• Field/Lab Reports