Written Communication Basics

Written Communication - Basics A Presentation by Rajiv Bajaj

Basic Need for Adaptation ,[object Object],[object Object]

[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object]

[object Object],[object Object],Visualising the Reader

Technique of Adapting ,[object Object],[object Object],[object Object]

Adapting to Multiple Readers ,[object Object],[object Object]

Governing Role of Adaptation ,[object Object],[object Object]

Suggestions for Selecting Words ,[object Object],[object Object]

[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object]

Use Familiar Words ,[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object]

[object Object],[object Object],[object Object]

Use Slang & Clichés with Caution ! ,[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object]

Use Short Words ,[object Object],[object Object],[object Object]

Use Technical Words with Caution ,[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object]

Select Words with Right Strength ,[object Object],[object Object],[object Object]

Use Concrete Language ,[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object]

Use the Active Voice ,[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object]

Avoid Camouflaged Words ,[object Object],[object Object],[object Object]

Select Words for Precise Meaning ,[object Object],[object Object],[object Object]

Use Correct Idiom ,[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object]

Non-discriminatory Writing ,[object Object],[object Object],[object Object]

Use Gender Neutral Words ,[object Object],[object Object],[object Object]

Avoid Words that Stereotype by Age ,[object Object],[object Object],[object Object]

Avoid Words that Typecast Those with Disabilities ,[object Object],[object Object],[object Object]

Emphasis on Short Sentences ,[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object]

Acknowledgements: This presentation is based on excerpts from the book "Basic Business Communication" by R V Lesikar & M E Flatley.

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