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What if Lincoln had been illiterate?

October 29, 2015 by Don Heymann 1 Comment

Being able to read has always been a skill that transforms lives, communities and the world. Abraham Lincoln didn’t have more than a year’s worth of formal education, but it was enough to set him on the path to literacy, the first step in his miraculous journey. His father almost certainly couldn’t read, so imagine if Abe followed in his father’s well-worn footsteps?

Filed Under: Cultural Communication Tagged With: clear communication, literacy, plain language, profiles in leadership, reading

The Obfuscating (Incomprehensible) Language of Finance

October 12, 2015 by Don Heymann 1 Comment

Many people – maybe most people – feel put off and insecure discussing the subjects of finance and economics. It’s almost like talking about serious health concerns with a doctor who only uses medical lingo. Many of us don’t have the training to understand, so we smile, weakly, and nod our heads. But whether it’s our health or finances, it’s not good enough to be ignorant – if we want to control our destinies, individually or as a society.

Filed Under: Use of Language Tagged With: clear communication, copywriting, engaging audiences, plain language, precise language

What to Leave Out: Tips From a Professional Writing Services Veteran

June 30, 2015 by Don Heymann 1 Comment

It’s challenging enough to decide what to put into your written work, but good writing, or at least better writing, may be the result of what you leave out, according to one of the most experienced professional writing services providers – me.

Filed Under: Use of Language Tagged With: clear communication, copywriting, engaging audiences, keeping it real

New Brain Data Can Improve Professional Writing Service Results

May 14, 2015 by Don Heymann 2 Comments

Whether you provide a professional writing service or you write because your boss tells you to, new and revealing data about how your brain works can guide you. One example: using positive language is beneficial to the brain and helps you avoid confusion and penetrate your target audience.

Filed Under: Use of Language Tagged With: business writing, engaging audiences, making ideas sticky, trust and transparency

I REALLY Want You to Read This VERY Important Post THAT Will Improve Your Writing

April 24, 2015 by Don Heymann 2 Comments

Mark Twain is supposed to have said, “Substitute ‘damn’ every time you’re inclined to write ‘very’; your editor will delete it and the writing will be just as it should be.”

Filed Under: Use of Language Tagged With: clear communication, high standards, keeping it real, precise language

8 Words to Avoid When You Need to Talk About Yourself

March 2, 2015 by Don Heymann 6 Comments

We all know that in business, certain words get overused and become clichés. And in our highly connected world, it happens pretty darn fast. In some of these cases, and in other instances, some word choices are just not right, because they give the wrong impression. Here are some examples that are all-too-often used when we need to describe our capabilities in resumes or bios:

Filed Under: Use of Language Tagged With: creating mental pictures, engaging audiences, keeping it real, resumes and bios

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Don Heymann - Communications WriterDon Heymann launched his business in 1985, drawing on his broad communications experience as a writer, consultant, corporate official and agency executive.

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