Writing Business Memos

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Since you typically send memos to those working within your company, you can use a more informal tone than you would if you were writing a business letter.

For example, you might refer to your colleagues by their first names or use humor. However, always keep in mind that you still need to be professional. Ask yourself how the company's president would react to your memo. If you would be embarrassed to have the president read your memo, consider changing or eliminating information.