Description: In this course you will cover 5 areas:
1) Techniques for Improving Correspondence which covers improving spelling, punctuation, usage and style; learning the Ten Techniques for Effective Communication; Avoiding the pitfalls of Business Writing and Creating persuasive and more effective memos and letters,
2) Fat-Free Writing which covers communicating clearly, correctly and concisely; formatting
documents for maximum impact; using shirtsleeve English to get your point across; tailoring your communication to different learning styles and simplifying your messages to ensure they will get read,
3) Technical Writing in the Corporate World which includes understanding how technical writing
differs from other writing styles; conveying technical information logically and coherently; discovering techniques for writing to a wide audience; and editing technical documents for organization, style, and correctness,
4) Writing Business Proposals and Reports which covers five critical tips for preparing your writing
objectives; the four-step process for writing a successful report; editing and enhancing your writing and developing and organizing your proposal with Six Key Elements, and
5) Writing Effective E-Mails which includes writing clear, concise e-mail messages; using good etiquette to avoid workplace disasters; controlling your in-box clutter and manage information overload; and implementing an e-mail policy for your organization.
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