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1. Write as you speak.
2. Read it aloud.
3. Ditch the Jargon.
4. Ignore the English Teacher.
5. Put your main points first.
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Writing simply, and in an alive tone, using everyday words is more forthcoming and refreshing, than using unnatural sounding words.
Write like a human.
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Jargon can be minimized, and complicated words are sometimes unclear to the reader.
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It's good to be creative and free in your writing, instead of just following old rules.
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