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Effective Writing Skills Workshop
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Description
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The ability to express complex concepts in plain English is an essential quality for success in public accounting. The careers of too many good accountants have been limited by a lack of skill with written communications. Choice of words . . . sentence structure . . . organization of ideas . . . all contribute to clear writing. This program, written and presented by a successful practitioner and talented trainer, illustrates many principles of clear and effective writing.
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Objectives
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Avoid common errors in word selection Use the correct word to communicate an idea . . . an emotion . . . an opinion Avoid the use of passive voice Use the Write the way you speak rule to improve your writing Structure written communication to hold the readers interest Use pronouns properly Write business letters that get results Write technical reports that are easy to read and understand
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Highlights
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Organizing written communications for maximum readability and information value Common shortcomings in written communications Proper use of verbs . . . the action words of writing How to test your writing for common errors How to recognize and eliminate bad writing habits How to eliminate professional pomposity from your writing Affect vs. Effect, Principal vs. Principle, and other common word confusion
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Designed For
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CPAs in public practice or industry who need to communicate complex ideas and detailed information in writing.
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Recommended
CPE Credits
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8
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Prerequisites
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None
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Event Id / Acronym
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10EWSW
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Course Level
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Basic
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Field(s) of Study
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Personal Development
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Producer
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Nichols Patrick CPE, Inc
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Instructor
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Nichols, E. Lynn
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© 2010 Business Learning Institute, an affiliate of MACPA
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