... format of a letter 92 WRITING SKILLS IN PRACTICE ° There are four stages in writing such documents – preparation, planning, drafting and editing. ° Good writing skills involve the ability ... 86 WRITING SKILLS IN PRACTICE What is the purpose of your report? Think about why you are writing the report. The most common reasons for writing a report are: ° to inform (presenting facts ... title ° an introduction 76 WRITING SKILLS IN PRACTICE Dear… Heading (subject matter or name, DOB, address of client) Introduction Main body Conclusion Closing phrase Yours sincerely/faithfully,...