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Entries Tagged as 'Writing Tools'

Tips for the team presentation: Leadership

December 29th, 2010 by · No Comments · Writing Tools

Will you be presenting a panel discussion soon? Participating in a team presentation for work? This article focuses on the importance of picking an effective team leader.

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Two cool presentation tools

December 27th, 2010 by · No Comments · Software and Design Tools, Technical Writing, Writing Tools

The periodic table of visualization methods I often joke that I was born without a right hemisphere in my brain, but my lack of visualization abilities really has limited me in my writing and presentations. That’s why I was so glad to discover The periodic table of visualization methods. Run your mouse over any of [...]

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The Yahoo! Style Guide

December 27th, 2010 by · No Comments · Technical Writing, Writing Tools

I just learned of the Yahoo! Style Guide online (you can buy it for $14.95 on Amazon). The online version has some interesting quick links; I was fascinated by their word list (is it 24/7 or 24-7?)  Their list would be a good model for your own customized word list; I always like having preferred [...]

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Why you want to get serious about LinkedIn®

December 27th, 2010 by · No Comments · Writing Tools

Recently, I posted an update that I had completed my AMWA Essential Skills Certificate on my LinkedIn account. The next day, I went to a BWA meeting, and three people congratulated me on my accomplishment. That’s one reason why I love LinkedIn: It’s a free and powerful public relations tool.

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Storyboard Writing for Multimedia

November 23rd, 2010 by · Comments Off · Writing Tools

“…whether your multimedia project is a team-effort or solo operation, storyboards are essential for executing a successful multimedia presentation and making your presentation hang together…”

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