Module3 Body Language and Non-verbal Communication WritingPeriod 4 Writing--Writing invitations and replies to invitations■Goals●To learn to writing invitations and replies to invitations■ProceduresStep 1: Learning to write invitationsHow To Write an InvitationHere’s all the information to include on your next written invitation.Here’s How:1. Names of party hosts or sponsoring organization.2. Type of event (birthday party, business networking meeting, etc.).3. Place.4. Date.5. Time.6. RSVP date and phone number.7. Any special dress requirements from black-tie to bathing suits.8. Rain date (if any).9. Be specific about who is invited, whether addressee only, with guest, or with spouse and children.Tips:Always send written invitations for formal events such as business gatherings, formal dinners, and special occasions like showers, weddings or events honoring someone.If guests are not from your local area, include a map to location of event.Send anywhere from 8 - 2 weeks in advance depending on formality of occasion. Weddings require the longest lead-time; casual dinners and brunches require the least.Step 2: Learning to reply invitations If you receive an invitation without a response card included, you should reply with a separate card. It is polite to reply as soon as possible, even if you can’t attend, so that the organizer has got time to invite someone else that they didn’t have the space for before.acceptingThank you for your kind invitation. We/I would love to attend…(event)…on… time…at…Your kind invitation was received with 用心 爱心 专心 122 号编辑 1 sincere thanks.We/I would take great pleasure in attending(event)…on… time…at……..........................................................................would love to join in the celebrations of…(sender's name & event)…on… time…at…It is with great pleasure thatwe/I accept your kind invitation to…(event)…on… time…at…regretsIf you cannot attend a wedding, for whatever reason, it is polite to send your regrets. You don't need to state why you will be unable to attend but it is best to send your regrets as soon as possible. It may be nice also to consider sending a separate card to congratulate the couple on their marriage. Sending a gift as well is optional. Mr. and Mrs. (Surname)regret that they are unable to acceptthe very kind invitation ofMr. and Mrs. (Surname)for(Date)Thank you for your kind invitation,Unfortunately, we/I am unable to attend…(event)…on… time…at…Your kind invitation was received with sincere thanks.Unfortunately, I/we are unable to attend …(event)…on… time…at…Thank you for your kind invitationto (event)on… time….Unfortunately, I/we am/are unable to attend,用心 爱心 专心 122 号编辑 2 but wish you every happiness for the day.用心 爱心 专心 122 号编辑 3
