Overview Organization Order of importance is the preferred pattern of organization. In the first paragraph try to say something important. Try to subordinate background information.
Chronological sequence is useful where ordering of events by occurrence in time is important.
Style Strive for a plain, unaffected style of writing. Keep sentence length down, averaging 17-20 words per sentence. Use short, common words. Concentrate on verbs, using them in the active voice and present tense. Format Design each communication to make important points stand out and to make the organization pattern apparent to the reader.