The advice often given to writers is, “Write what you know.” In business writing, “what you know” may be in the form of personal experience, observation, or good, solid research. To perform the most effective research for business writing, your goal should be to learn enough to feel comfortable explaining the topic to someone else…which…
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How to Beat the Business Writing Blahs
You can bring some zing back to your business writing with a little creativity. But, what is creativity? One clue comes from the root word of “creativity,” which is “create,” meaning “to grow or cause to grow.” Consider a situation in which you “grow” a plant. Really what you are doing is supplying the conditions…
Should You Follow Writing Rules?
Writers are often concerned about knowing and following writing rules. It’s true, writing does have many rules, and communication is typically smoother when you adhere to them. However, don’t let the rules stop you from expressing yourself. Here are some more tips for establishing an appropriate regard for the writing rules: Don’t Try to Memorize…
What Type of Writer Do You Need?
Business is complex, and so is business writing. If you are thinking about hiring a writer to help you with written communication, know that there are several types of writers, and one may be better suited to your needs than others. With each type of writer, take the time to research several potential candidates and…
Tips for Writing a Novel (and Why You Should Give It a Try)
It has been said that everyone has one good novel in them and, if you enjoy business writing, you may have considered writing one. It may surprise you to learn that, even if you don’t complete a novel, or like what you’ve written, the attempt can make you better at all the writing you do….
Business Writing: When NOT to DIY
Do It Yourself (DIY) is a great strategy for getting things done without spending a lot of money, but sometimes success with a writing project means knowing you need to delegate it to someone else. Not sure if you should DIY for a business writing project? Don’t DIY if…. You can’t afford to spend hours…