Power Tools For Business Writing (Paperback)

POWER TOOLS FOR BUSINESS WRITING is a results-oriented program that boosts writing skills by 35 percent in just 12 to 15 hours. Focus is on the practical, beginning with quick starting tools, that include overcoming writer`s block, using the clustering technique to generate ideas, maintaining momentum, and hammering out an efficient first draft. The essential basics of grammar and punctuation are covered briefly. In addition, active and passive voice, dummy subjects, and weak verbs are presented. Then techniques are presented for refining the first draft with parallel structure, correct placement of modifiers, and clear pronoun references. Next persuasive writing, effective sentence and paragraph structure, and methods of organizing and delivering information to fit the audience are covered. Guidelines for writing and formatting result-oriented e-mail, memos, and letters are provided along with advice on proofreading. Included are self-testing exercises and review sheets. An instructor`s resource CD includes a detailed instructor`s manual, lesson plans, guided-learning-style PowerPoint slides, and a full set of quiz and testing materials. Copyright (C) Muze Inc. 2005. For personal use only. All rights reserved.