Towards a readable report
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Accountants should learn how to properly write a report. In planning a report, source materials should be evaluated. Past reports by colleagues, the accountants themselves and even competitors are possible sources. Caution, however, must be exercised regarding these materials as they may be outmoded and their adaptation may lead to a confusing result. Drafts must then be made, taking into consideration the targeted audience of the reports and that a proper structure is observed. Objectivity must also be exercised such that only known facts are presented. However, opinions and personal beliefs are acceptable when they are placed at the last part of the report. Also, the style of the writer should be developed. Finally, the first version of the report should be proof-read by another person with checks made on calculations, figures, numbering and lettering. Modifications are then made after being edited.
Publication Name: Accountancy
Subject: Business
ISSN: 0001-4664
Year: 1993
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The good meeting guide
Article Abstract:
Accountants lack a fundamental understanding of how to successfully manipulate and win business meetings. Preparation is essential to a successful performance at a business meeting. Meeting participants must target the audience by asking four questions: who are the other participants; what do they want; what needs to be put across to them; and how will the message be put across. It is essential that a presentation be structured, but word for word preparation is unnecessary. A presentation should sum up the message at the beginning, make its points in logical order, and finish with a summary. Attention to the audience and directness are essential to a successful performance. Finally, participants should recognize that the minutes of the meeting are crucial, and should record the minutes for themselves and challenge those that are wrong.
Publication Name: Accountancy
Subject: Business
ISSN: 0001-4664
Year: 1989
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