Five Misused Word Pairs
Some words suffer misuse, abuse and confusion on a regular basis. The longer it’s been since English composition class, the harder it is...
What Does Writing Have to Do With Leadership? Plenty!
You might think being a good leader has more to do with organization skills and drive than basics like good writing. But few – if any –...
Don’t Dwell on a Draft
At Business Writing That Counts! we believe strongly in using tools like idea mapping to outline writing assignments, or at least...
In Closing: Improve Email Sign-offs
We’ve spent lots of time on our blog and in our workshops and online courses helping business writers compose better, clearer email...
Business Email: It’s More Than Great Content
Let’s face it – email messages make up the bulk of important business communication. Just last month, we gave tips on effective business...
This Month's Grammar Rule: Use the Right Pronoun
In the quest to be gender neutral in business writing, or maybe just because it’s easier, writers often misuse pronouns. The most common...