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Overview Are you producing a lot of copy without getting the message across? This workshop will introduce you to the principles of user-friendly writing. You will learn how to write business correspondence using professional tools and techniques. As a result, your text will become more readable and effective. Participant Profile Managers, administrators, and professionals who want to improve their business writing. Objectives Follow a simple writing process that makes writing easier Write any type of text with increased confidence Analyze reader needs before starting to write Use a professional and clear writing style Avoid common grammatical problems Get better results from your text Highlights The importance of grammar and punctuation: Common mistakes and how to avoid them. How to write reader-friendly text: The requirements of reader-friendly text and the importance of writing as you speak. Being specific, proactive and positive. Using writer-centered writing: Key steps to success in business writing. Planning and structuring your business communication. How to proofread and edit documents. How to develop a persuasive style: Rules of good writing. Tips and techniques to achieve effective communication. The ABC of effective business writing. How to analyze language, style and tone. Effective business correspondence: Drafting professional correspondence and replies. How to structure your work. Benefits By the end of the workshop, you will be able to: Effectively formulate different types of business documents Successfully respond to business correspondence Write convincing letters Use modern language Method and Design 16 hours over a two-day period Enrollment is limited to eight persons Highly interactive style: Case studies and key exercises ensure your involvement Fees Please contact me for a quotation