Harnessing the Power of the Written Word
Everyone
- 6 videos | 24m 38s
- Includes Assessment
- Earns a Badge
- CPE
- PMI PDU
Good written communication in today's business world is an essential proficiency on both the individual and organizational levels. Effective writing can be achieved with the right choice of words, thought clarity, concision, and proper presentation of content. In this course, you'll learn how good writing skills can help achieve your business goals, and what comprises essential elements of effective written communication. You'll also learn strategies to help correct common writing errors and best practices to adopt for the most effective business writing.
WHAT YOU WILL LEARN
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Discover the key concepts covered in this courseIdentify situations where good writing helps you achieve desired goalsIdentify best practices for effective workplace writing
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Recognize the five elements of effective writingRecognize how to avoid common writing mistakesReflect on what you've learned
IN THIS COURSE
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1m 31sTo succeed in the modern business world, it’s essential to have superior written communication skills. If readers are confused by your communications, it reduces the impact of your work and your overall effectiveness. In this video, you'll learn the key concepts that will be covered in this course, including the five crucial elements of writing and best practices for successful workplace writing. FREE ACCESS
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4m 14sThe kind of writing that’s appropriate for a social media channel may be unsuitable in a workplace setting. The two are very different, with different purposes and sets of rules. In this video, you'll learn about situations where good writing can help you achieve your desired goals. FREE ACCESS
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5m 34sIt’s frustrating to read a message that leaves you wondering, “What am I supposed to do with this?” Ineffective or unclear writing can waste people’s time and slow their progress. In this video, you'll explore best practices for effective workplace writing. FREE ACCESS
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6mWhen your business messages are clear, concise, complete, concrete, and credible, you’re more likely to achieve the most successful outcomes. In this video, you'll learn about the five elements of effective writing. FREE ACCESS
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6m 10sGood grammar, spelling, and punctuation are critical elements of good writing. When they’re correct, they confer credibility on the writer and uphold an impression of knowledge and competence. In this video, you'll learn how to avoid common writing mistakes. FREE ACCESS
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1m 10sIn this video, you'll review and reflect on what you've learned in the course Harnessing the Power of the Written Word. FREE ACCESS
EARN A DIGITAL BADGE WHEN YOU COMPLETE THIS COURSE
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