Paperback: 224 pages
Publisher: McGraw-Hill Education; 1 edition (January 2, 2012)
Language: English
ISBN-10: 0071782869
ISBN-13: 978-0071782869
ASIN: 0071782850
Product Dimensions: 7.6 x 0.5 x 9.2 inches
Shipping Weight: 13.6 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
Average Customer Review: 4.4 out of 5 stars See all reviews (16 customer reviews)
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Despite what the digerati say, the written word remains one of the most powerful forms of communication. Unfortunately the number of good business writers is few and the amount of business writing is great. Carter Daniel has created a helpful, instructional and accessible tool for people who have to make the transition from writing academic reports to creating business communications. Reader-friendly reports presents the basic rules of good business writing in the style of Strunck and White's elements of style.The book is organized around elements of the writing as opposed to elements of the idea or communication, that can be found in Barbara Minto's Pyramid Principle. Daniel's organization and approach makes the book accessible for those entering the workforce. Professionals looking to brush up their writing will have to to work a little harder as they 'go back to school.' It is well worth the effort.Learning how to write a powerful, persuasive and readable business report is tough work that often requires breaking bad habits or habits that worked in school but not in the business world. This book helps you do this on your own by pointing out weak points and providing positive examples. This book is not just for MBAs or Consultants, rather its applicable to everyone.Highly recommended for anyone entering the workforce. This book should be part of the welcome kit for new college hires. The book is recommended for professionals who are taking on a new job or promotion, particularly one into the management ranks or senior management ranks where written communication is sometimes the only form of communication.Strengths:The book is clearly organized around the major elements and issues associated with business writing.
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