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Words, language and writing by the one of the greatest innovators in the English language. 7 ways to put a zing in your writing
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Words, language and writing by the one of the greatest innovators in the English language. 7 ways to put a zing in your writing

The greatest words and writing secrets by Virginia Woolf (Part 2) Woolf is considered one of the greatest innovators in the English language. 1. POWER WORDS: “When I cannot see words curling like rings of smoke round me I am in darkness—I am nothing.”  Virginia Woolf Susan McKenzie: In the beginning was the word says the Hebrew Bible – words are powerful – make sure your words work for you. 2. RIGHT WRITING: “The most extraordinary thing about writing is that when you’ve struck the right vein, tiredness goes. It must be an effort, thinking wrong.”  Virginia Woolf Susan McKenzie: …Read more

7 writing secrets from the greatest modernist literary figure of the 20th century (Part I)
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7 writing secrets from the greatest modernist literary figure of the 20th century (Part I)

The writing secrets of Virginia Woolf with comments by Susan McKenzie 1.  TREAT ALL WRITING AS AN ESSAY A good essay must have this permanent quality about it; it must draw its curtain round us, but it must be a curtain that shuts us in not out. (Virginia Woolf). SUSAN MCKENZIE: Treat all writing including business writing as a form …Read more

Better business writing – 13 ways
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Better business writing – 13 ways

EFFECTIVE WRITING IS A LEARNABLE SKILL THE FACTS OF THE BUSINESS WORLD Think about it – a significant part of your job consists of communicating with others. This communication will be both speaking and writing. Email, letters, memos, proposals, office materials, promotional copy and a wide range of other documents.  Here are 13 tips to improve your writing impact. 1. …Read more

That’s interesting – tell me more. Never be lost for words again when you use these four phrases
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That’s interesting – tell me more. Never be lost for words again when you use these four phrases

Four phrases that help you communicate more effectively – with these four phrases you will be a savvy communicator You can reply to anything with these four phrases That’s interesting – tell me more. That’s interesting – why would you say that? That’s interesting – why would you do that? That’s interesting – why would you ask that? Interesting communication …Read more

Proverbs for the 21st century: Lessons from the curious questioning cat
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Proverbs for the 21st century: Lessons from the curious questioning cat

MODERN MINDSET Do you have a questioning mind? Most people have heard of the adage that curiosity killed the cat. This means if you question too much it could lead to bad results. WHEN CURIOSITY IS GOOD However, it is good to have a reasonable level of curiosity because one of the meanings of this word is eager to learn and we …Read more

Do you have an eye for beauty? 7 ways to turn up your eye for beauty
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Do you have an eye for beauty? 7 ways to turn up your eye for beauty

EYE FOR BEAUTY BLESSING  B: Beauty is in the eye of the beholder and your eyes will open more when you observe beauty more. L: Loving beauty makes you tingle more with life. E: Enlightenment of the highest kind comes to us when we see beauty in the form of beauty, especially the wonders of nature in the form of flowers, …Read more

10 Cover letter secrets to get you the Job Interview
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10 Cover letter secrets to get you the Job Interview

Secret 1 The first secret is that the real purpose of the cover letter is to get you the interview. Thus you must ask for the interview in your letter. That is the whole point of the cover letter.  It is a tool to get you the interview. As a tool the cover letter is an important as the resume. …Read more

Cover letter care: Write your best cover letter. Here’s how in 8 easy steps
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Cover letter care: Write your best cover letter. Here’s how in 8 easy steps

What is a cover letter?  A cover letter is an introductory letter/communication that informs the reader why you have sent a particular attachment such as your resume. This letter/message provides additional (more) information. 1. FIRST IMPRESSIONS COUNT The letter is your chance to impress a potential client or an employer.  This letter is about highlighting your experience, your personality and …Read more

Your business success depends on it. 10 ways and reasons to maximize your social media presence
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Your business success depends on it. 10 ways and reasons to maximize your social media presence

SOCIAL MEDIA BLESSING B: Broadcast the good aspects of yourself on social media channels and associate with like-minded people who can help you in your business and professional life, not to mention social life. L: Life can be enhanced with the right use of social media. E: Enhance your life with social media – it is worth the effort. Effort …Read more

Impressionable networking – don’t screw it up! 10 ways to put a shine on your professional polish!
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Impressionable networking – don’t screw it up! 10 ways to put a shine on your professional polish!

PROFESSIONAL POLISH AND PANACHE Remember it is about putting on the best professional polish. Just as we put on clothes we should remember to wear our professional polish too.  It gives a great shine and the shine can make all the difference. Look Good Head to toe – keep it spanking sparkling clean and shining.  Better to be overdressed, never …Read more

20 relationship boosters for greater relationship richness in business and pleasure
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20 relationship boosters for greater relationship richness in business and pleasure

POSITIVE POWER 1. When you have a choice as to who you can associate with – choose people who are positive, who can help you positively and who give you an energy boost when they are around. Be with people who you are proud of, people you admire and people who like and respect you. 2. DETERMINING DESTINY Let go …Read more

Nothing you do is a waste of time if you know how to benefit from what you do. 10 benefits
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Nothing you do is a waste of time if you know how to benefit from what you do. 10 benefits

Both in your business life and your personal life nothing is a waste of time if you take the capitalize on everything you do approach. Here are 10 ways to benefit. 1. I HAVE ENOUGH TO BE HAPPY Of course you do. Never be upset with what you don’t have. Strive to be content with what you have and think …Read more

Goodbye: The number one rule of Goodbye Letters
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Goodbye: The number one rule of Goodbye Letters

THAT ALL IMPORTANT LETTER Goodbyes are never easy when you are leaving a workplace you highly valued because it provided you with colleagues who became friends, professional growth in terms of new skills learnt and developed, and income. THE BANQUET COMES TO THE AN END There is a Chinese proverb that says the banquet has to come to an end …Read more

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