Good Copy, Bad Copy
Doris and Bertie’s blog dedicated to helping you find and keep your business writing mojo!
Writing coaching: what it is and what it isn't
A little bit of one-to-one writing coaching can transform a person’s way with words - not to mention their confidence at work.
Apostrophe rule: 100s or 100's?
Let me restate my rule number one for apostrophes: never, ever add ’s to the end of a word just to make it plural.
The best out-of-office reply ever!
In today’s video - I want to talk about the best out of office reply I’ve ever read.
How to sell yourself and not sound arrogant
How to sell yourself and not sound arrogant: my three tips for overcoming the ick factor and beating writer’s block.
Do you need a formal qualification to succeed as a writer or editor?
My students often ask me if they need a degree to build a career out of working with words. Here’s what I tell them.
How to write a report: seven questions to ask before you start drafting
This writing coaching work has led me to the conclusion that a poorly constructed report is rarely the sole fault of one particular writer.
"In order to" – meaning, use and abuse
Here’s a really quick tip to make your writing more succinct: ditch the phrase 'in order to'.
Writing speed: How long does it take to write something?
Is it normal to write so slowly? How can I write more quickly?
Easily structure your writing with this 5-minute technique
So. You’ve got to write a long, detailed report, containing lots of complex ideas. Where do you start?
Your attempts to be courteous can actually offend
Expressing yourself clearly in a foreign language is hard enough, but how about expressing yourself clearly while also not offending anyone