How should you best give (or get) advice on writing?

Giving advice? Ask first. Find out if the writer wants your advice. Then keep your advice brief, specific, balanced, and prioritized by importance. Mix in genuine compliments and admit your shortcomings; both help reduce defensiveness. Getting advice? Listen carefully, ask questions. Would your intended readers agree with the advice?

Why is proofreading so hard?

People proofread ineffectively because of: Lack of time. We’re expected to proofread in moments when we need minutes. Lack of patience. We’re …

Is humor in emails OK?

Is putting funny comments and jokes in emails OK? Writing from home? Yes  Writing at work? No Same advice applies to :) …

Are you a recent college graduate?

To successfully transition from writing college papers to writing on the job (emails, memos, and reports), make sure that you: Think as …

Why did they ignore my email?

When people ignore what you wrote to them, take these steps. Examine what you wrote for flaws, such as not making your …