“Hooking Your Audience”

“Hooking Your Audience” Please respond to the following:

Part 1: In preparation for , which is due in Week 9, share your opening. Remember: This discussion focuses on Assignment 2 – the Written Communication (NOT the verbal communication).

o What story or data point are you using to hook and connect with the audience?

Part 2: In Chapter 4 of Speak with Confidence, which tip from the section “Openings that Entice” did you use to create this “hook”?

Speak with Confidence Dianna Booher

o Describe how this “hook” draws your reader in and makes them want to read what comes next in your email or business letter.