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Effective Writing
Most of us have to write every day: e-mails, letters, memos, reports, analyses, project summaries, product descriptions - the list goes on. But how many of us feel confident in our ability to get messages across effectively? Do we always think about what we're going to write and the best way to communicate to our target audience?
Those who don't get their message across in the right way or make obvious errors in their writing are at a disadvantage. This topic will help you ensure that your writing is not only read, but is fully understood as you intended.
The learning experience
Information
The written work you produce should make you stand out in a positive way. Your writing is a reflection of both you and your organisation. Done well, it can open new doors for you, help you achieve your goals, build your networks, and advance your career. Effective writing starts with planning. This is a key step we often overlook during a busy working day. Asking yourself a few simple questions before writing will help ensure your written message is received, understood, accepted, and acted upon in the way you intend.
In this session, you'll learn to get your points across clearly. You'll find out how to use concise language to make your writing more readable and compelling. We'll also show you how choosing the appropriate words, style, and tone for your audience will improve your communication.
- Communicate your points clearly by using concise language
- Meet your readersâ needs and expectations by using the right words, style, and tone.
- Organize your writing by using accepted structures
- Identify what makes writing effective
- A five-step structure to writing
- Six questions to ask when planning your writing
- Three rules to apply for clear and concise writing
- Using active language instead of passive language
- Avoiding jargon, slang, and business speak
- Complete a clear and concise writing exercise
- Using appropriate style and tone
- The pyramid principle of structure
Features
| Choose your experience |
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| - Training Course: Ready-to-run session - Pick & Mix: Combine topics to build a journey - Customise: Create something custom from scratch. |
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| Available for groups & individuals | |
| Durations: 90-minute bite-size or 180-minute workshops |
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| 6-8 hrs on-demand learning | |
| Global delivery available, with local facilitators |
