Do not write: ‘Needless to say . . . ‘ Write instead: Nothing Here’s why: If it is needless to…
Do not write: I am in receipt of your letter of 10.10.2019 . . . Write instead: Nothing. Unnecessary. Here’s…
Do not write: In the amount of . . . Write instead: for Here’s why: One word replaces four, e.g.,…
Do not write: Old adage Instead write: Adage Here’s why: The meaning of the word ‘adage’ is old saying. If…
Do not write: Consensus of opinion Write instead: Consensus Here’s why: The meaning of ‘consensus’ is agreement of opinion so…
Do not write: Should you have any questions . . . Write instead: If you have questions . . .…
Is this as opposed to ‘feel expensive?’ Do not write: “Feel free to contact . . .” Write instead: “Contact…
This has driven me most nearly crazy during my career (but then I am very literal). Do not write: “Enclosed…
People, including executives, have been writing this forever – when it seems obvious, they ought not. Do not write: Please…