Sep 09, 2016
Business communication is the foundation upon which an organisation can build itself up, and it can be the reason the organisation falls. Within communication, business writing is one of the most crucial skills that workers can possess. It is essential for any department, whether it be marketing, finance, sales, HR, and more.
Writing skills are proven through reports and proposals written for managers, as well as the day-to-day emails exchanged between co-workers and clients.
In the following posts, New Horizons' Professional Development trainers explore:
- 10 classic business writing errors
- How to deliver bad news well
- Making content logical and easy to read
- Nailing punctuation on the head
Read on for some tips to help unlock your writing potential.
If you would like more information, take a look at our written skills courses:
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