Checklist for Closing Paragraph:
1. Make your action request clear and complete with the fine list and H (how) if you want your reader to do something.
(a) What and who: Clearly state what action you desire and who should do it.
(b) How and where: Make action easy.
(c) When: Date the action if desirable.
(d) Why: Show reader benefit if possible.
2. End on a positive courteous thought.
(a) Include any positives and negatives before the last paragraph.
(b) Be friendly.
(c) Show appreciation.
(d) Occasionally add a person note.
3. Keep the last paragraph concise and correct.
(a) Avoid trite expressions.
(b) Omit discussions of trivial detail.
(c) Use relatively short and complete sentences.
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