1. Effective Writing Skills for the Workplace
Candidates who are applying for a job are required to complete different types of written communication forms, such as filling out an application, writing a cover letter, and drafting a resume. When a hiring manager reviews a sample of writing that reveals poor writing skills, such as one containing incorrect grammar or informal style, he will figure that the applicant will not succeed on the job. ... In the United States, 65% of companies require a writing sample and 87% employers hire people based on the writing skills and education in the letter submitted. ... Henning said, "Right after I w...
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