May
18

Being Professional: Tips on Writing Better Business English

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It constantly amazes me that so-called professional writers use such poor English in their written communication. Now none of us are perfect however a few simple rules can at least help us look and hopefully become, a little more proficient in the way we communicate. Tip one: When you use “and” in a sentence don’t… Continue reading »

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Jun
17

Effective Business Writing: Letters, Reports, Memos and Emails the B and C of the ABC Method, Brevity and Clarity

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to continue Effective Business Writing… b) Brevity As with speaking one of the quickest ways to lose your audience ti to circle around the topic or by indulging in the proverbial ‘beating-about-the-bush’. There is an old sales letter adage that if you don’t capture your audiences attention in the first ten words you have lost… Continue reading »

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Jun
17

Effective Business Writing: Letters, Reports, Memos and Emails – Overview and Accuracy

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Effective business writing skills in my experience are still one of the most difficult competencies for young employees to master. Here are a few rules that may help. Rule 1. Write like a journalist, or as some call it the A:B:C way Obviously good journalists are experts at getting their message across so the skills… Continue reading »

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