Effective Report Writing Essentials
Public Workshop Syllabus 2024
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Workshop Date: Wednesday, October 16, 2024
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Format: In-person
Duration: 1 days @ 6 hours | 10AM - 4PM
Fee: IDR 1,850,000 nett
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Location: JP Live! Space
Address: The Jakarta Post Building 5th Floor, Jl. Palmerah Barat No 142-143, Jakarta
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Workshop Description
This workshop is a targeted one-day intensive program designed to elevate effective report writing skills for professionals and managers. This advanced program builds on business writing principles to teach participants how to create compelling reports and proposals.
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The workshop emphasizes the importance of structure, audience analysis, and the strategic presentation of information to achieve desired outcomes in professional settings. Ideal for those looking to influence decisions and communicate more effectively in their organizations, this workshop offers valuable tools and insights for producing high-quality, impactful written communications.
Workshop Goals / Learning Outcomes
This workshop is designed to provide participants with advanced skills in crafting detailed reports and compelling proposals. This workshop builds on foundational business writing techniques and introduces new tools and strategies for creating effective documents.
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Develop Effective Report Writing Skills
Participants will learn to structure and write reports that are clear, concise, and engaging, using best practices in business communication.
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Incorporate Storytelling in Business Writing
Gain the ability to embed storytelling techniques in reports and proposals to enhance narrative impact and engage the reader effectively.
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Participation Policy
We are committed to providing a productive and engaging learning environment for all participants. We kindly request adherence to the participation policy which highlights punctuality, active participation, healthy discussion and for the participants to come prepared to engage with the workshop materials and participate in activities. This includes completing any pre-workshop assignments and being ready to share ideas and work during the sessions.
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Lesson Plan
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10:00 AM - 10:15 AM / Introduction and Workshop Overview
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Overview of the workshop goals and structure
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10:15 AM - 11:00 AM / Lecture - Fundamentals of Effective Report Writing
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Key elements of successful reports​​
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Importance of audience analysis and meeting reader needs
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Best practices in structure, clarity, and conciseness
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11.00 AM - 12 NOON / Exercise and Discussion - Crafting Report Structure
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Hands-on exercise to outline a report based on a hypothetical situation
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Focus on logical structure, introduction, conclusion
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12 NOON - 1:00 PM / Lunch​
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1:00 PM - 2:00 PM / Lecture - Incorporating Storytelling in Reports
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​Techniques for weaving storytelling into report writing​
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How to use narrative to enhance data and engage readers
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2:00 PM - 3.30 PM / Exercise and Discussion - Applying Storytelling Techniques
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Revise morning outlines to incorporate storytelling elements​
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Peer feedback on narrative integration
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3:30 PM - 4:00 PM / Wrap-Up and Takeaways
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​Recap and takeaway of learnings​​​
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Certificate distribution and workshop evaluation
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Photo ops
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