As writers, we fall into repetitive habits, overusing words and making our writing dull. While I may have to reconsider my story of Fred and Barney entirely for reasons beyond the overuse ofhelp, fixing that problem is a start. And thankfully, it’s an easy one to solve. Contents: Help...
For me this course undid 20+ years of misguided writing habits. Writing your own service description can feel hard. But you don’t have to do it alone. Ask your clients for their input, and use their testimonials throughout your page. Discover your writing genius You might think that ...
Trello has created a virtual collaboration software platform that is designed to help teams be more productive. The landing page of the Trello website is an excellent example of clean and effective writing. Each section includes just the right amount of words to make a point without being ...
In his bookElements of Writing Craft, Robert Olmstead says of the first person narrator, “…we readers are privy to her thoughts, and her thoughts can endear us, repel us, deliver understanding…” Being in such close proximity with the character, the reader tends to develop a certain attac...
It's hard to know when to "show, don't tell" in writing. This writing technique, along with show don't tell examples, makes a big difference.
Create a habit around writing thank you cards and see your business grow. How to Build a Habit of Sending Thank You Cards Here are some tips to keep your thank you card writing on track and make it a habit: 1. Start small. It may sound great to write 5 thank you cards daily, but...
Continuous learning is one of the critical, good workplace habits. We need to stay on the bleeding edge of our careers to stay ahead. Continue to expose yourself to new things regularly, even if you don’t see an immediate benefit. You never know when a new skill will be applicable...
4Unhealthy habits 5Criminal history and other legal issues 6Triggering memories 7Criticisms about their life choices 8Unresolved arguments 9Their faults Ultimately, when writing a eulogy, it’s helpful to refer back to an old adage as a guiding principle: “Don’t speak ill of the dead.” Wh...
We share examples of common auxiliary verbs and explain when and how to use them. We also cover modal auxiliary verbs, a special type of auxiliary verb that changes the grammatical mood of the verb. Give your writing extra polish Grammarly helps you communicate confidently Write with Grammarly...
Include a couple of sentences summing up who you are – like an elevator pitch or atailored version of your bio— but don’t give them your life history. 2. Be Vague Don’t make them work too hard. Tell them why you’re writing, give them a clear summary of your pitch idea or pr...