Plain Language in Government Writing: A Step-by-Step Guide - Couverture rigide

Myers, Judith G.

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ISBN 10 : 1567262244 ISBN 13 : 9781567262247

Editeur : Berrett-Koehler Publishers, 2008

Synopsis

A Plain-English Guide to Government Writing Whether you’re in the public or private sector, good writing skills are critical to your success in the workplace. Plain Language in Government Writing: A Step-by-Step Guide shows you how to apply federal plain-language guidelines to every type of writing — from emails, memos, and letters to agency communications, technical procedures, and budget justification statements. Through numerous exercises as well as examples from a variety of federal and state agencies, this practical guide walks you step-by-step through every phase of the writing process, providing tips for improved clarity, conciseness, and completeness. This valuable reference will help you:Write for diverse audiences in reader-friendly, plain language Overcome writer’s block Gain confidence in your ability to write — and get results Make your writing visually appealing Prepare for briefings and presentations Recognize successful writing and identify what makes it effective A Plain-English Guide to Government Writing will enable you to express yourself more clearly and concisely, produce documents more efficiently, and work more effectively with others throughout the writing process.

A propos du livre

À propos de l?auteur

Judith Gillespie Myers, Ph.D., is an instructor and writer who has taught writing skills to numerous government employees. She is the author of Essentials of School Management, How to Select and Use Learning Tools, and Banishing Bureaucratese. She received her doctorate from American University in Washington, D.C.

Détails de l'édition

• Éditeur: Berrett-Koehler Publishers
• Date d'édition: 2008
• Langue: anglais
• ISBN 10: 1567262244
• ISBN 13: 9781567262247
• Reliure: Relié
• Nombre de pages: 430
• Coordonnées du fabricant: non disponible
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