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Routine messages that include directions are much like those that
make claims.
set expectations.
create announcements.
respond to inquiries.

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Suggested rewrite
- "Routine messages that include directions are similar to messages that make claims, set expectations, create announcements, or respond to inquiries."

Short examples (each includes a direction)
- Claim + direction: "Our data shows shipment delays last quarter. Please review your open orders and flag any at-risk items by Friday."
- Set expectations + direction: "We expect weekly status updates. Please submit a one-paragraph update every Monday by 10:00 AM."
- Announcement + direction: "Office hours change: starting May 1 we will close at 4:00 PM. Update your calendars and inform any external partners who visit."
- Response to an inquiry + direction: "Thanks for asking about access. I’ve granted you editor rights—log in and confirm you can edit the Q2 deck."

Quick tips for writing these routine directional messages
- Lead with the action: put the required direction in the first sentence.
- Keep one primary request per message to avoid confusion.
- Give a reason or context briefly so recipients understand importance.
- Include deadline(s), format, and contact for questions.
- Use polite, direct language (imperative phrasing as needed), and confirm expected follow-up.