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CUSTOMIZED TRAINING - PROGRAM DESCRIPTION
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Write to the Point
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Write to the Point helps participants write short documents and e-mail in an audience-sensitive, purposeful way. The course stresses speed and accuracy. Participants submit samples of their typical business writing a few weeks before the class.
A confidential two-page assessment of writing skills provides personal feedback for each participant.
To learn more about this program, CONTACT US.
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As a result of completing Write to the Point, participants will be able to:
Use grammar, punctuation, and word choice correctly
Communicate in writing purposefully and professionally
Write strong beginnings and endings
Improve tone and style in your document
Reduce use of passive voice
Proofread your documents
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1 day
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Three levels of business writing: overall concept, organization, and language "mechanics"
Discussion of personal assessments
Getting Started
Establishing purpose
Analyzing the audience
Organization and Editing Strategies
Effective document structure
Openings and closings
Paragraphs
Formatting
Transitions
Syntax, grammar, tone, voice, word choice, and punctuation
Proofreading
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Writing Exercises
Over-the-shoulder coaching
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Participant manual
Personalized Writing Assessment
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