Fundamentals of Business Communications

In today's fast-paced world, communication is more important than ever. As technology continues to change the world in which we work, we must adapt our methods of communication to meet new challenges. Fundamentals of Business Communication will help you meet those challenges.Taking an integrated approach to learning, the basics of reading, writing, listening, and speaking are carefully interwoven into the content so that each skill is applied in context as it is presented. Each communication skill also has a dedicated chapter that focuses on the finer points of the individual topic.Fundamentals of Business Communication helps students meet college and career readiness (CCR) anchor standards for language, as outlined by the Common Core State Standards. These standards are aligned with expectations from colleges and the workforce and apply higher-order skills.As each chapter opens with a famous quote, readers get a sense of connection to the content that follows. Followed by a reading tip, objectives, and business terms, the stage is set for reading with a purpose. To add enrichment, special features and activities highlight content and techniques to connect information to real-world-situations. A companion Web site provides hands-on opportunities to apply skills learned and to improve workplace communication skills. Model documents provide direction for formatting business communication throughout the chapters. Illustrations of documents using Microsoft Office 2010 gives students a snapshot of the latest application software.Clear presentation, relevant content, and comprehensive illustrations make Fundamentals of Business Communication a fresh approach to improving vital skills.