Few other skills are more important in the working world than strong writing skills. The ability to put your thoughts into words and communicate those words to others in writing is valued by employers in every field.
Don't believe me?
Try submitting a resume and cover letter filled with misspellings, typos and bad sentence construction. Do you think any employer will contact you for an interview if you submit something like that?
No.
How you write is often viewed as a sign of your intelligence and attention to detail.
It is worth the time and effort to improve your writing skills.
Doing so is easier than you think.
First, gather the right tools.
Pen
Paper
or
Computer
Printer
and
The right books
Pen and Paper
This one is easy. You don't need anything fancy. Just a run-of-the-mill ballpoint pen and a few sheets of looseleaf paper.
If you prefer to type, rather than hand write, you might use a
Computer and Printer
Why is a printer necessary? Because you will want to print your drafts so that you can read and mark them as you find mistakes. It is much easier to edit on paper than on screen.
No matter which tools you choose for the actual writing, make sure you choose the right
When it comes to business writing, there are a few standard reference books that you can't go wrong reading. If you can, you might want to go ahead and buy a copy of one or two of these.
This slim volume has been around for nearly a century. It is written in a more casual style than most grammar books. But, the advice is sound. If you buy no other book on writing and grammar, buy this one.
