How to Write Effective Business English

Your Guide to Excellent Professional Communication

New Edition This book

• Features activities and international case studies to illustrate good writing practices and to apply practical knowledge • New to this edition: new chapters on writing well across disciplines, how social media and the spoken word affects writing, and new business case studies which include companies such as L'Oréal • Provides a confidence boost to both native and non-native English speakers in writing in and for professional environments, as well as writing globally

Description

Unlearn bad habits, sharpen your emails and improve your written communication throughout your business with How to Write Effective Business English. An easyto-follow guide on how to write with confidence, whether or not English is your first language.

With new chapters on writing well across all disciplines, writing globally, and the impact of social media on workplace communication, this new edition prepares you to clearly liaise with your colleagues and to your target market in order to get your point across.

Not only is this for individuals who want to better their craft and build their confidence, but it's also for multinational companies where communication is vital. Whether you're fluent in English or still learning, all speakers can iron out areas where there are common misconceptions, and bring those skills into their workplace.

Fiona Talbot informs you on how to format your prose to cater for a business world, by using case studies from L'Oréal, Loaf Furniture and Octopus Energy to demonstrate how English is used internationally in business and to teach you how to address different scenarios, whilst putting your best foot forward. Express yourself in business in a clear manner on all platforms, and get your message across with impact.

Author Information

Fiona Talbot is an internationally acclaimed business writing author. She works in the UK and internationally, training and advising on how to deliver premier written corporate communication for both native and non-native English speakers in today's digital, global economy. She has featured in major publications such as The Sunday Times, The Irish Times, The Press Association, Accounting Technician and Personnel Management. She is also the author of Improve Your Global Business English, Make an Impact with Your Written English, and Executive Writing Skills for Managers, all published by Kogan Page. Fiona Talbot is based in Chester, UK. Edition: 4 Date: 03/05/2023 Price: £14.99 Paperback: 9781398609952 Ebook: 9781398609969 Pages: 160 Format (mm): 216x138 Product Category: General Subject: Workplace Skills

Table of Contents

1 Business writing for today 2 Why are you writing? 3 Writing across disciplines and to wider audiences 4 Quality matters 5 How social media and the spoken word affects writing 6 Standard or variant English 7 Writing globally or for international teams 8 Instant messaging and emails 9 Practical conventions and common confusions 10 Conclusion