When Passive is Perfect
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The passive voice is useful in business writing when you don't want to name those responsible or to soften criticism, however, using the active voice is generally best because it makes the meaning immediately clear by specifying who performed an action. While the passive voice has its place, active writing that names the subject is usually preferable for clarity.
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When Passive is Perfect
- 1. When Passive is Perfect.
- 2. in business writing when you dont want to name names. So, if I said: The process was poorly understood I am not naming anyone. The other version of the passive is where I name the person at the end of the sentence: The process was poorly understood by Jack. That version is a little softer than actively saying: Jack poorly understood the process. But most of the time its best to be active: Jack poorly understood the process because the meaning is immediately clear. Passive is perfect