

Job Ad Jargon: Where Do You Stand?
Jargon jars, especially in writing to clients, who either don't get the terms or repel at the sight of some of your techie or...


Let Your Mind Wander
How often have you been told to focus, from childhood to today? Sure, it can take a focus of steel to complete some business tasks,...


Other Languages: Better Expressions
Happy New Year. I thought I would start out the year with just a fun topic. So enjoy! And, as you know at Business Writing That Counts!...


Don't Write Like a CEO
CEOs are cautious and typically diplomatic by nature. But this caution can lead to unclear, jargon-filled writing that can, at times, say...


Dare to Break Some Grammar Rules
As a phrase, "rules of grammar" misleads would-be writers. We've seen visceral reactions to the term when teaching business writing in...


Make the Most of Subheads
In reports and most lengthy documents, subheads keep the material organized for readers—and even the writer. Business Writing That...


Tap Subheads for Topnotch Writing
Underused, but plenty effective, subheads can prove a top tool to tap in business writing. When you partner with Business Writing That...


Proofread to Prevent Repetition
When you Take Your Writing to the Next Level, you learn not to stop as soon as you finish composing an email message, report, or other...


Sign On/Sign Off
Like a good movie, the beginning and end of an email message tend to draw the most attention and stick in the memory. At Business Writing...


5 More Empty Words
Tight business writing leaves out unnecessary words. Our Business Writing That Counts! webinars can help you learn to choose words that...