Instructions for a colleague

Instructions for a colleague

Learn how to write instructions for a colleague.

Do the preparation task first. Then read the text and tips and do the exercises.

Preparation

Reading text

Tips

1. You can start a note with just the name of the person you are writing to or Hi ... . You don’t need to use Dear … .

2. Make sure dates are very clear. Include the day, date and time.

3. Explain the reason for the instructions.

4. Write clear and polite instructions. Use phrases like Can / Could / Would you please … ?

5. At the end offer the chance to ask questions and check the instructions.

6. Finish the note with Best, or Thanks, and then your name underneath.

Task 1

Task 2

Task 3

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Submitted by zino on Sun, 04/08/2024 - 17:42

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When I need to give someone instructions, such as my students, I prefer to write them a note.

Submitted by Widad_sri on Sat, 13/07/2024 - 09:51

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If i should give my friend some instruction, i will speak to them directly. But, i'll also text them after that to ensure they won't forget what should their do.

 

Dear M,

As you may already know, we will had team meeting tomorrow and i expect all of our teammate would came. I would like you to help me prepare several things.

  • Could you send appointment email to our teammate and ensure whether they will attend or not?
  • Could you write a message to a room keeper, thus we can lend the room for our meeting tomorrow? I know it's too sudden, so i hope you can text them immedietly.

If there is something you still confuse, please let me know.

Thank you

 

Regards,

WSS

Submitted by kiki1122_1122 on Thu, 04/07/2024 - 09:52

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I prefer to make them a note as they will never miss out every details what I want to say. 

Submitted by Anna1303 on Wed, 12/06/2024 - 10:08

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when I have to give someone instruction I prefer to write a note . because i do not want them miss any important information and it's easier for them to understand clearly what I want 

Submitted by ubaid332 on Tue, 14/05/2024 - 07:18

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When I have to give instructions to someone I prefer to make a note because verbal instructions miss the important information. For this reason, the note is useful.

Submitted by jmajo on Mon, 08/04/2024 - 15:17

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It depends on the task, if the task would be complex and require several steps to be done correctly, I would prefer to give written instruccions, but for simple tasks that should not require much effort or time I prefer to give them talking to the person whom would be doing it. 

Thanks for the lesson.

Great site!

Submitted by Hinthu on Wed, 14/02/2024 - 07:57

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I prefer to write them a note because it ensures they can complete all tasks without overlooking anything. Moreover, it helps me explain tasks clearly and concisely. If they need additional information or guidance, speaking with them directly will be effective.

Submitted by anhteeny96 on Tue, 13/02/2024 - 10:07

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When I have to give someone instructions, I prefer to write them a note. Because by using notes, I can write more details about what they had to do. People can clearly understand and avoid the mistake as much as possible

Submitted by abiddonya on Mon, 11/12/2023 - 14:26

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For me, I prefer to give instructions by email or written in a paper to not forget any task, but politely

Submitted by Potter007 on Mon, 13/11/2023 - 18:09

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If I give some instructions, I prefer to write. I have some arguments for this.
If you write, person can return to your email, SMS and can check some points. You have some proofs your tasks, because sometimes words are only words.