How does your message impact your receiver? Or, in other words, what’s in it for them?
My message allows my receiver to plan ahead and work around my absence. As a solution they can find someone else to sub in or just simply be prepared earlier on without a last minute surprise. My email shows that I care about the internship and communication so everything runs smoothly.
What does your receiver need to know?
My receiver needs to know that I am sick and will not be able to make the meeting tomorrow. I will express how sorry I am, but also list out the "leg work" I completed. I will also request a follow up from the meeting to show that I am still wanting to work and learn even if being sick postpones that.
What are 3–5 adjectives that you would want your receiver to use to describe you?
Accountable, Adaptable, Outgoing, Curious, and Empathetic.
What kind of relationship do you have or want to have with your receiver?
In the email I would apologize and excuse myself, but I also want to emphasize how much I value this internship and was looking forward to Monday’s work to ensure that my boss values my dedication to work.
What outcome do you want to achieve?
I would email my boss as early as possible so they have time to adjust the schedule around my absence. My goal is to show I’m responsible by offering to make up the time, ensuring my last minute sickness shouldn't effect my future actions.