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Three Steps to Streamline Your Writing You know the project inside out and are familiar with the details. Everything has been on schedule so far, but sometimes writing the results can slow the entire process. It is possible to keep the writing on track so that it doesn’t drag on. Streamline the writing process by completing these three steps: Identify the audience. The main point of writing is to clearly...
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Most of us are very adept at problem-solving--we solve problems every day, from small problems such as figuring out the best route to take to work to larger issues, such as dealing with difficult people. In fact, most of us are so good at solving problems that we may not even realize when we're actively involved in that problem-solving mode! If we are so good at solving problems, why are there so many of us...
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Effective technical, business, and scientific writing all depend on the writer having excellent critical thinking skills. While the definition of critical thinking skills differs depending on who's doing the defining, a panel of experts defined them as "process of purposeful self-regulatory judgment that drives problem-solving and decision-making" ( Facione and American Philosophical Association,...
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Just as a gas crisis can help us learn better driving habits and ways to save gas, a down economy can be a perfect time to hone writing skills. While many companies cut training budgets in a poor economy, that doesn’t mean that you should neglect your own training. In fact, honing your skills, in addition to enhancing your value to an organization, can demonstrate your commitment to self-improvement...
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