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The Successful Writing Process
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The Successful Writing Process helps participants develop the skills they need to write better and faster. The workshop is customized for each clients specific requirements, based on our analysis of writing samples and questionnaires submitted by participants. Every participant produces a work-related practice document, from the planning stage through final editing. A confidential three-page assessment of writing skills provides personal feedback for each participant.
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As a result of participating in The Successful Writing Process, participants will be able to:
Manage time effectively, dissolve writer's block, and eliminate procrastination
Write more professionally
Reduce stress
Establish and maintain a purpose throughout their written documents
Persuade readers more effectively
Organize documents logically
Reduce jargon and "translate" technical into non-technical English
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2 days
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Introduction to The Successful Writing Process
Discussion of personal assessments
Overcoming procrastination and writer's block
Three classes of business writing
Getting Started
Purpose and audience analysis
The "Structured" technique for generating ideas
Brainstorming
Effective rough drafts
Organization and Editing Strategies
Openings and closings
Paragraphs
Logic
Formatting
Transitions
Controlling syntax, grammar, tone, voice, word choice, and punctuation
Proofreading
Additional Topics
Writing for multiple audiences and for the boss' signature
Managing the writing of others
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Group Discussions
Writing Exercises
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Participant manual
Personalized Writing Assessment
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