Do you struggle with putting your ideas into writing? Sharpen your skills in this practical, interactive course.

Key Outcomes:

• Clarify your goal

• Know your readers--who are they and what do they need?

• Structure messages for maximum impact

• Develop and support your ideas

• Avoid the most common mistakes

Do you spend too much time writing and responding to email? Could you write more clearly and concisely? Learn how to plan, organize, write, and edit to get the results you want!

Key Outcomes:

• Get to the point quickly

• Organize strategically

• Avoid the most common errors

• Revise, edit, and proofread

• Exercise "Netiquette"

Do you find writing reports and proposals time-consuming or frustrating? Learn how to organize information to make your documents easier to write AND read. 

Key Outcomes:

• Develop a concise document using a 4-step process

• Position key points for maximum effect

• Create impact with graphics and formatting

• Develop clear conclusions and recommendations

Do you remember the grammar rules you learned in school? Don't let grammatical errors get in the way of your success! 

Key Outcomes:

• Identify the most common grammatical mistakes

• Avoid confusing adjectives and adverbs

• Identify sentence fragments, run-ons, and comma splices

• Punctuate properly

• Use tools and techniques to check your grammar, spelling, and punctuation

In this performance appraisal for non-supervisory employees session, you will learn how to write clear accomplishments.

Key Outcomes:

• Appraise your own performance

• Set SMART goals

• Seek feedback from your supervisor

• Create individual development plans

In this performance appraisal for supervisors session, you will learn how to write clear and concise feedback.

Key Outcomes:

• Prepare for a performance discussion

• Provide meaningful feedback and coaching

• Create practical, challenging development plans