Ch.3 - "Cultures don't talk to each other....

...people do." -Ron Scollon (1999)

I think many of us take for granted that everybody will adapt to what we write and how we present the material. This chapter did a great job of teaching you how to analyze your thoughts on paper through the eyes of other readers.

Not only are you focusing on delivering your message in a persuasive and effective way, but you have to consider the ramifications of all those you may be addressing. Chapter 3 talks about Stakeholders. Now culture is important but looking into who your stakeholders might be seems to have far more influence on your focus of writing. I assumed that stakeholders were those who made important decisions in large companies bc they have invested quite a bit more than others. (These are shareholders)

Everybody as to be accounted for. After reading this I realized that the farmers and environmental agencies are part of this group, but I never thought to imagine unborn children that may be exposed to any problems in the future that might occur.

Bottom line, make sure you think about everybody that your message may cross. If it is more complex, address it when the time comes but take the same measures to cover yourself on anything that has your name on it.