Writing Fitness

Description:

The course was designed to cover critical business and professional development topics in the shortest time possible. With a wealth of hands-on exercises, the course keeps you engaged and help you retain critical skills.

Filled with practical business writing exercises and activities, this course covers basic organizational skills, clear and concise writing, spelling, punctuation tips, and much more. The focus is on ways to edit, tone, and clarify business memos, letters, and reports.

Duration: One Day

Table of Contents:

Part 1: Introduction

Part 2: Some Basics of Style
Exercises for Better Spelling
The Apostrophe
Common Comma Faults
When to Capitalize
More on Mechanics
A Usage Quiz

Part 3: Starting with the Sentence
Active Versus Passive Sentences
Use Familiar Words
Eliminate Unnecessary Words
More on Wasted Words
Avoid Redundancy
Use Adjectives Sparingly
Short Words Are Better
Avoid Cliches
Pay Attention to Detail
Misplaced Words
Weakling Verbs

Part 4: Exercises to Help You Write Better Memos
Examples of Good and Poor Memos
Exercises

Part 5: The Business Letter
Structure and Style
Checklist
Exercises

Part 6: The Business Report
Organizational Tips
Do’s and Don’ts
Exercises

Part 7: Now You Try It!
Writing Sample Memos
Business Letter Exercises
A Final Challenge–The Business Report