CRITICAL WRITING IN WORKPLACE

• Critical writing in the workplace

  May not reflect the writer's preferences, principles and opinions at all
• Plan


  1. Think about the purpose of the communication

  2. Design an Outline

  3. Research and Fact-Check to ensure Depth of Information

  4. Pique the Readers' Interest

  5. Reach Your Audience

  6. Always Proofread
• Main ways of communication in business

  • Verbal
  • Non-verbal
  • Written
• Written business communication


  • Emails
  • Letters
  • Technical reports and plain reports
  • Company brochures
  • Press releases
  • Manuals
  • Presentation slides
  • Case studies
  • Sales materials
  • White papers
  • Visual aids
  • Social media updates
  • Other business documents
• Whether you are connecting internally with colleagues and executives or externally to current and potential clients and customers, the way you write can either give your career a boost or hamper your progression within the organization
• Why is business writing important?

  • Writing skills ensure effective business communication
  • Writing skills make the difference between "good" and "bad" employees
  • You demonstrate your intelligence with quality writing
  • Good writers are credible
  • You can be more influential
  • Business writing conveys courtesy
  • Writing skills help to keep good records
  • You boost your professional confidence
  • You promote yourself and your career
  • Business writing builds a solid web presence