Category: Writing tips
How specifically can we make our writing clearer and more convincing? Here are some tips.
How to use jargon effectively, responsibly, and inclusively
Most of us have heard that jargon is terrible. Is it really so terrible? And is there any way to use jargon well? For those of you who just want ...
Quick tip: Rephrase negatives into positives
Here's an easy tip to help you write more clearly: if you can, rephrase negatives into positives. This is especially useful when you're writing instructions and test or survey questions ...
How to write clearly but diplomatically: Tips for UN and international aid professionals
You can write diplomatically and still use plain language principles. Here are some practical ways. I've recapped all the arguments why UN and international aid professionals might want to use ...
Non-designers can design for better readability: 3 simple principles
Making your text more readable will help you reach more people. And there are simple principles that even non-designers can use. Readability isn't about making things look pretty. It's about ...
RESOURCE: One-pager quick tips on writing clearly
A one-pager of quick tips for writing clearly! Sometimes, it's hard to remember all the little things that help make your writing clearer. Here's a one-pager to help you remember ...
How to write clear English for your diverse audiences
We're advised to tailor our writing to our audiences. But what if our intended audience is very diverse? What can we do to write as clearly as possible? ...
Different documents need different structures
To write effectively, you need to pick the right structure that matches the purpose of your document ...
Know what you want to say—a key to clearer writing
If you want to write clearly, you must know what you want to say. This may seem obvious but it's surprising how many writers forget this point ...
Be consistent—a key to clearer writing
Some things about writing better are hard, but others are quite simple—like being consistent ...
