Writing & Editing
A quick refresher on using minor punctuation marks in AP style
From parentheses and exclamation marks to slashes and brackets, here’s how to use these lesser marks.
8 tips on writing and editing from Jerry Seinfeld
The comedian’s coffee-table book about his streaming series is a surprising source of useful advice.
Infographic: 14 writing secrets from Stephen King you can use in comms
The master of horror has advice you can use. Really.
A guide to using apostrophes and possessives in AP style
With an understanding of the rules, you can make the apostrophe your own.
How to write better, faster
No time to write, you say? Here are five ways to put the pedal to the metal.
The best ‘six-word stories’ you wrote at this year’s Future of Communications Conference
Audience members were prompted to share an autobiographical six-word story during an interactive writing session.
This simple story hack can make your comms more compelling
Douglass Hatcher explains how advice from Matt Stone and Trey Parker, creators of “South Park,” can be applied to your writing.
Say more by saying less
…and be clear before clever.
Here’s how to become an adaptable writer
We chatted with Laura Brusca, senior vice president of corporate communications at Forbes, who shared her tips for becoming a flexible writer.
5 ways to improve communication efforts with Gen Z in higher education
To gain Gen Z’s attention, trust and maximize communication effectiveness, communicators working in higher education should consider the following strategies.
How to create an in-house style guide
And why you need to take this task off your someday list and onto your today list.
How to write a great employee profile
It starts with becoming a hunter-gatherer of news within your organization.
Google’s new search update encourages you to write for people
SEO content mills, heed this warning.
How to write a bio that stands out
Here’s why having a good bio is critical in today’s business environment.