I write reports for a living. I have for nearly 35 years.
My English comp class was a pain. Business courses should write Business Writing. Short, concise, and with all of the information and conclusions on one page.
I’ve had bosses that wanted one paragraph. I’ve had bosses that liked all the details. But, the one page cover sheet is critical.
My students are required to write an essay of no more than one page, 300 words each semester. It requires them to think clearly and concisely. One of my former students informed me that her managers appreciated the fact that she could write a one page proposal or comment on one.
Mark Twain said that he did not have time to write a short letter, so of course he wrote a long one.
I had a boss who’s reports were in Ebonics.
Of course, there are other types of business writing beyond one-page reports.
But concise is always good.