Master clear, confident writing: fix common grammar, tone, and clarity issues to boost communication.
Clear, professional writing is essential for effective communication, but even experienced professionals can fall into habits that confuse readers or weaken credibility. This session takes a practical look at the most common business writing mistakes - covering everything from grammar and punctuation to structure, clarity, and tone. Participants will gain greater awareness, helpful examples, and practical tools to elevate communication across all platforms. This topic will help attendees be able to spot common grammar, punctuation, and tone issues that weaken clarity, avoid vague language, overused phrases, and formatting missteps, write with the reader in mind - every time, on any platform and build habits that help you edit more effectively and confidently.Agenda
Proofreading, Editing, and Revising- Why Common Mistakes Slip Through (and How to Spot Them)
- Tools and Tricks for Editing Your Own Work
- Streamlining the Writing, Revising, and Proofreading Process
- Subject-Verb and Pronoun Agreement Issues
- Commas, Semicolons, Hyphens, Apostrophes, and Quotation Marks
- Frequent Word Mix-Ups and Autocorrect Fails
- Syntax, Parallelism, and Voice
- Staying on Target With Clear, Concise, Purposeful Writing
- Logical Organization and Consistency
- Aligning Intent and Audience Expectations for Impact
- Tone, Formality Ambiguity, and Overcorrection
- Expression That Makes an Impression
- Question and Answer Opportunity
Speaker(s)
Sherry PrindleProfessional Coach Academy
- Lead Trainer Specializing in Writing, Communication, and Data - PTR Performance Train-ing Resources
- Professional Coach Academy Founder - Certifying life and executive coaches since 2008
- Curriculum Development Specialist for training companies and government agencies
- Founder and host of a Star Summit speaker and trainer incubator
- Certified as a Professional Trainer, Master Coach, and Gamification Master Craftsman
- Interdisciplinary Master of Arts degree in Business, Communications, and Linguistics
