Mark Nichol
10 word pairs with slightly different meanings
Follow this guidance to achieve more clarity and precision in your copy.
Writing & Editing
Brian Pittman
4 tips to cut the corporate speak and connect
Trying times demand trustworthy communications. Here’s how to counter uncertainty with authenticity in your writing.
Ray Schultz
How COVID-19 is reshaping the art—and science—of business writing
A new study finds that 73% of marketers plan to invest in AI technology to support content initiatives within the next 18 months.
Mark Nichol
A refresher on pacing, punctuation and parenthesis
Mind these five flawed examples to help tighten and brighten your prose.
Beki Winchel
7 relatable and hilarious ‘Onion’ headlines about social media
The satirical publication holds no punches when making fun of news, experiences and trending topics, including digital PR and marketing efforts.
Brian Pittman
9 ways to climb a shaky career ladder
Career path looking bumpy during the pandemic? Here’s how to take control of yours in uncertain times—and beyond.
Mark Nichol
7 reminders for concise, tidy writing
Mind this guidance to keep those sentences snappy and paragraphs punchy.
Meghan Madhavan
9 cognitive messaging mistakes to avoid
How you might be failing to engage the minds of audiences at this critical time.
Daphne Gray-Grant
How to manage and mitigate writing-related anxiety
Take breaks throughout the day, get plenty exercise, and be kind to yourself.
Mark Nichol
How to avoid punctuation and case missteps in quoted matter
Should your lead-in end in a comma, or a colon, or nothing at all? When should you—or shouldn’t you—capitalize the first word of the quote? Read on; all will be revealed.
Robby Brumberg
Infographic: 8 keys to rediscover your writing magic
Pursue and prioritize whatever keeps your soul happy, persevere through the initial ‘difficult’ stages, and make time to follow your curiosity.
Brian Pittman
11 benefits of mixternal collaboration
E.W. Scripps’ Kari Wethington and Beth Welter share why—and how—internal and external communications teams can collaborate better.
Mark Nichol
How to identify and remedy 5 common errors in vertical lists
Needless repetition underlies several of the missteps. Inconsistency is at the root of others. Using certain techniques will keep your bulleted elements fluid and concise.
Ragan Insider Robby Brumberg
Writing for a weary, worn-down workforce
COVID-19 continues to put communicators in a tough spot. Here’s how to maximize your output and creative energy during this anxious, stressful time of life.
Annique Simpson
3 keys to simple, succinct and clear communication
As word counts grow, your readers’ concentration and comprehension will slow. Try these tips to keep content nice and tidy.
