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Writing for business.
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What's a good title to a presentations' table of contents?
Consider removing the ToC page. I never use them any more, and nobody misses them.
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Book recommendations for writing better technical papers
Style: Lessons in Clarity and Grace by Williams and Colomb. This book more than any other helped me write with power and confidence. Also clarity and a modicum of grace.
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How should I phrase "requests" to a higher-ranked individual in another department?
Please provide a new PC and email account for John Smith
This phrasing is fine. You have the right to request these items, and this is a direct, respectful way to make the request.
Would it b …
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A friendlier way to write charges or fees to clients?
There are two elements of a quote for which clarity is far more important than friendliness:
The description of your services.
The statement of your fees.
If you like, make everything else in your …
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How to write polite deadline email?
Your wording is perfectly polite. It's neither demanding nor wimpy.
If you think it would help, add a few words about why you need the feedback by 2pm. Something like, "so I can revise the document b …
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What are the potential platforms for floating chapters of a business book?
One great way to promote your ideas is to turn one or two chapters into a 60- or 90-minute talk and present it at professional associations or conferences. Local chapters of professional associations …
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Struggling to writing in English
Is it easier for you to write in another language?
If it is,
consider separating your writing into two steps:
Write first in your favored language to get the ideas written.
Then,
once you've said w …
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Tone and directness in inviting prospective team member
I would respond negatively to this. The message says nothing about what attracted you to the recipient, or what would attract the recipient to you.
I have received such messages. They indicate no kn …
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