Effective Wording of Staff Memo

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Effective Wording of Staff Memo
The following memo contains many cliches and outdated expressions.Revise it,substituting fresh,original expressions and sentences without redundancies and wordy construction.
TO: All Sales Reps
FROM: Thomas Kotrola,Manager
DATE: August 15,2011
SUBJECT: Client and vendor survey
Pursuant to our recent staff meeting,this written communication confirms the item of business regarding surveying our clients and vendors that I recently discussed at our recent meeting.The survey matter and procedures that I discussed are listed below as follows:
To stay ahead of the game,management has determined that it is of utmost importance to solicit input from our clientele and vendors,ASAP.Please be advised that the detailed procedures for doing so and all the step-by-step instructions are available online,as mentioned in the staff meeting.Utilize the online survey for your list of clients and vendors.The absolute last deadline for soliciting this information is September 15.The bottom line is that you must make it a top priority to be sure these completed surveys are submitted to management by September 16 from your clients and vendors.If you are out-of-pocket on the due date,make sure that all your bases are covered so that you can verify and submit surveys prior to the established due date.
The ball is now in your court.I'm expecting everyone to come through and show your stuff.Do not hesitate to check with me if you have a question.My door is always open.

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Definitions:

Feedback From Employees

Opinions, insights, or responses provided by employees, often used to improve working conditions, processes, or policies.

Bad Barrels

A metaphor suggesting that an unethical organizational culture can corrupt individuals within it, not just bad individuals corrupting the organization.

Unethical Decisions

Choices made that violate moral or ethical standards, often prioritizing personal gain over principles of integrity.

Successful Ethics Training

A program or initiative that effectively educates individuals or employees about ethical behavior and decision-making, fostering a culture of integrity.