The resource advises communicators to use the term ‘racist’ or ‘racism’ when the situation calls for it, prompting many Twitter users to applaud the updated guidance.
For casual scribes, stringing words together can be a bit of a lark. Professional communicators, though, must adhere to higher standards. Embrace these practices for ongoing improvement.
Take a brisk walk outside, try listening to video game music, and save the editing for later. Above all, don’t stop putting words onto the page.
Communicators must stay sharp on their grammar and AP style to avoid irking journalist partners. Can you spot all the mistakes?
Waiting for writing inspiration to strike you make even the least superstitious wordsmiths reach for their lucky coin. Do you have any odd habits in your writing routine?
Many communicators are confident spellers, but some words defy logic. Here are a handful that warrant a second look when writing or editing.
Many online articles are bloated with needless words and qualifiers. Here’s what to strip out as you review and refine your first and subsequent drafts.
Not every independent industry veteran shares the feeling, but more than enough eschew the title to give you pause before mistakenly offering an insult to a colleague.
Communicators are often writing or editing bios, profiles and new hire announcements. Here are some ways to add new flavors to these bland tasks.
As visual content takes a bigger share of the internet traffic pie, communicators should adjust accordingly.
Try printing out your pieces, revisiting revisions with fresh eyes and using your computer’s dictation feature.
Getting your byline in a prestigious publication could be a career coup for you or your client. Here’s how to land coveted coverage in The Gray Lady.
If you’re stuck in uninspired muck, break free by shaking up your routine, editing a messy rough draft or typing out a famous passage.
Your ‘big idea’ is a home run, but how can you turn that into a touchdown or a hole-in-one for a new batch of spectators? Follow these tips for tweaking and repurposing your core message.
Thinking of bringing on some outside content help? Here’s what your organization should demand from a new wordsmith.
