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Becoming a good writer
- Read a lot. It expands your vocabulary, solidifies your grammar, enables you to draw inspiration
- Review everything you write.
- Use as few words as possible to communicate your meaning.
- If there’s a simpler word, use it.
- Use anecdotes and examples wherever you can.
- When it matters, have someone edit your work.
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Writing and thinking
Good writing correlates with crisp thinking.
Writing provides excellent insight into the way someone’s mind works. Good writers have well-structured thoughts and an orderly outlook. And everybody wants great thinkers on their team.
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Clear communication builds confidence and creates more productive relationships.
Other skills matter a great deal, of course, but you’ll go further if you can express yourself well in writing. Whether you’re communicating with partners, customers, or coworkers, the way you write infl...
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