Most people today spend approximately 20-25 per cent of their time writing. But studies show that many messages are unclear, confusing, and long-winded.
As a result, workers are losing hours reading messages, missing key information, wasting time and making errors.
DOES THIS SOUND FAMILIAR?
Do you want to:
- Write clear, concise, courteous messages in Plain English?
- Avoid the seven deadly sins of email writing?
- Help your readers understand your message?
- Make it clear what action is necessary?
- Learn more about bullets and numbers?
- Learn a great formula for structuring messages?
- Use active instead of passive voice?
- Get the right response every time?
In this interactive, engaging, online course, I will walk you through the 8 keys of great writing. It will seem like you’re getting personal coaching from me.
You'll learn how to:
- Write messages that are simple, clear, courteous and understandable.
- Make your writing reader-friendly so your reader knows what to do.
- Structure your emails logically using my simple four-point plan.
- Warm up your writing so you sound like a human.
- Know the difference between active and passive voice.
- Help your reader by using numbers and bullets.
- Know the difference between academic and business writing.
- Get the right response by using fewer words and more impact.
You'll also receive a 32-page handbook, which includes loads of useful exercises as well as:
- Common issues that writers face today and how to overcome them
- Many ‘Before Shirley’ and ‘After Shirley’ examples
- Formulas for different types of message
PLUS a 10 page section with
SHIRLEY'S 10 TOP TIPS FOR IMPROVING YOUR BUSINESS
WRITING SKILLS
HERE'S WHAT PEOPLE SAY ABOUT MY ONLINE COURSE
I really enjoyed working through Shirley’s online course. She made the training very practical and fun, especially learning to ditch the dinosaur language. I am much more confident now in presenting myself in writing after attending this course.
Chen Choo Pin
Singapore
When Shirley explains, it is even clearer than reading her books. She's so warm and has a human touch. Awesome!
Thian Loong Lim
Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
What a refreshing style Shirley has. Her video training was fun and informative. I enjoyed every moment and learned a lot. I have lots of words in the bin now, so no more dinosaur language. Only Plain English for me. Thank you.
Katya Aswad
Dubai
About Shirley Taylor
Shirley is widely-regarded as an expert in business writing and success skills, Shirley is a high-energy, high-content public speaker and trainer who educates, inspires, informs and motivates individuals to develop better relationships both orally and in writing.
Shirley has established herself as a leading authority in modern business writing and communication skills. She is the author of 13 successful books on communication skills, including the international bestseller, Model Business Letters, Emails and Other Business Documents seventh edition. This book has sold over half a million copies worldwide and has been translated into several languages. Here are some of her popular books.
Check out Shirley’s author profile and all her international bestselling books on Amazon.
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