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Writing Skills
« Previous Entries5 Signs of a Sloppy Writer
Tuesday, February 7th, 2012Adopting a chatty tone—in other words, ‘writing like you talk’—doesn't let you off the hook when it comes to grammar and language rules. Here are a few you have to keep. Via www.ragan.com
Mastering the Art of Thank-You Letters
Thursday, January 19th, 2012To ensure your thank you letter stands out from the competition after an interview, it’s important to rethink how you approach writing it. Via www.careerealism.com
18 Writing Tools for Grammar, Style, Content
Thursday, January 12th, 2012A great list of grammar and writing tools for bloggers and the rest of us. Via www.practicalecommerce.com
The Pen Is Mightier Than the Phone: A Case for Writing Things Out
Friday, December 9th, 2011"There’s all kinds of advice across the web about when to use which app for each small thing that needs doing. But the advocates for using paper to complete certain tasks are not so loud (you can’t hear them typing, among other things)," writes Kevin Purdy for FastCompany.com. "Paper, but more specifically handwriting, will likely always [...]
37 Tweet Size Writing Tips
Thursday, November 17th, 2011Barbara Rozgonyi (photo, left) attended a recent Ragan Corporate Writers and Editors Conference and gleaned "37 sweet writing tips from 7 spectacular speakers." Ms. Rozgonyi publishes WiredPRWorks.com and directs CoryWest Media.
A 10-Point Comma Quiz
Wednesday, October 19th, 2011Not sure where to put that comma? This quiz will help you determine when to use it and when to drop it. Take it yourself, and then pass it along. Take the quiz . . .
5 Ridiculously Easy Ways to Unblock Writer’s Block
Tuesday, September 27th, 2011. . . there are times when that white, empty computer screen makes me wanna scream. When all the happy and green pastures where my ideas used to fly from tree to tree, light and playful, are nothing but an empty desert. When words are turning their back on me, leaving behind a dumb smile [...]
10 Simple Things You Can Do to Improve Your Writing
Wednesday, August 17th, 2011We’ve talked before about some of the big blunders—grammatical mistakes and misused words—that find their way into our written communications…You must login or register before you view this content.
10 Ways to Lose Your Credibility
Tuesday, August 16th, 2011Discover 10 important ways you can lose your credibility when you write…You must login or register before you view this content.
What Corporate America Can't Build: A Sentence
Tuesday, August 16th, 2011R…You must login or register before you view this content.
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