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Payment System on a Poultry Farm
(1) Piece-rate method:
(2) Time-rate method:
How to Communicate on a Poultry Farm
Something we often hear in business is, “Get it in writing.” This advice is meant to prevent
misunderstandings based on what one person thought the other person said. In order to
communicate effectively especially in written communication like letters, memos and reports, there
is need to apply certain specific writing principles. These principles are commonly referred to as the
Cs of communication. Examples of these principles are completeness, conciseness, consideration,
clarity, courtesy and concreteness.
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Completeness: A complete message should contain all the details/facts the reader needs in
order for him or her to react the way the farmer desires. Consider carefully how much
information is enough for each reader. Do not overload or under load the message. If the
poultry farmer is writing a reply to an inquiry, he or she should answer all the questions asked,
both stated and implied. Provide additional information, even if it was not requested, if you
judge it will be useful to the reader. Answer/cover all the 5 (five) Ws especially with messages
whose purpose is to convey information i.e. Who? What? When? Why? How? Completeness
helps avoid the expense of sending additional messages to clarify what was said earlier.
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Conciseness: The other basic principle is to make it certain that your writing is clear and
concise. Say what you want to say in the fewest words possible. Do not use more words than are
necessary to convey your meaning. However, do not sacrifice completeness for courtesy.
Conciseness makes important ideas stand out and saves times, paper and ink. Avoid worn
out/overused expressions. They are usually longer than necessary. They sound insincere and are
boring and meaningless.
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Consideration: Prepare every message with the receiver in mind. Try to put yourself in his/her
place. Try to visualize your readers with their problems, desires, circumstances, emotions and
probable reactions to your message. Handle matters from their point of view. This thoughtful
consideration is called the “you” attitude or “empathy.” It is the human touch and the
understanding of human nature. You should however not overlook the needs of your
organization.
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