FGCU Florida Institute of Government Presents "Business Writing...Plain and Simple" Workshop
3/29/2010

WHO FGCU Florida Institute of Government, for managers, supervisors and employees from both the private and public sectors

WHAT "Business Writing...Plain and Simple" full-day workshop from the Florida Institute of Government's Professional Writing Series. Participants will learn to create written documents that are professional, organized, powerful and persuasive to attract the attention of busy readers and get them to take action. Lorna Kibbey is instructor for the course.

WHEN 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Wednesday, April 7

WHERE FGCU – Atrium Executive Center, 8695 College Parkway, Suite 1181, Fort Myers

WHY Topics covered:
•     Organization - learn three steps to help make documents clear and concise
•     Plain language - learn the value and the secrets of Plain Language (and the Website that serves as a resource for all)
•     Using words - examine several types of words and how they are used and abused
•     Grammar and punctuation - learn how to avoid the most common errors
•     Document types - match your writing purpose to the type of document you need
•     Software tips - learn how to use features of word processing software to improve writing skills

COST $125
CONTACT Joanne Hartke at (239) 425-3273 or jhartke@fgcu.edu

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