In the Analyzing Phase of Creating This Message, You Think

question 16

Multiple Choice

In the analyzing phase of creating this message, you think about the purpose, desired outcome, and business result of your message. Which of the following best articulates the purpose of this message?

• A)to suggest the possibility of implementing a flex-time schedule in your office
• B)to describe to your boss how your life would change with a flex-time schedule
• C)to tell your boss how much your friend likes having a flex-time schedule
• D)to improve employee productivity and job satisfaction by better enabling employees to balance their work and personal lives
• E)to have your boss agree to implement a more flexible working schedule for employees

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