Writing can be an uncomfortable task on both internal and external levels. Here are a few tips for moving through common issues: Your Physical Surroundings Starting with the most obvious, if you are not physically comfortable, you may have a hard time getting into your writing task. Be sure you have everything you need before…
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Good Editing Etiquette
You don’t have to have an English degree to be an editor. Just as you might ask a friend or coworker to give you feedback on a piece of writing, they might ask you to do the same. When they do, remember to use good editing etiquette. Follow these guidelines for the best results: Ask…
Ruthless Editing
Just as the white space in design makes visual elements stand out, and the space between notes makes music more powerful, what you leave out of your writing can make it more robust. Ruthless editing of your writing requires making hard choices about what stays and what goes once you have developed an initial draft….