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The Professional or Business Writer’s Mission Presented by Ivy Rice
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The Background o Nephi o My history and transition as an English Major o Computer Information Technology Minor o Dylan Thomas
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The Preparation Define professional.
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The Arsenal Professional Writer “Good” Writing Skills Credibility Core Skills
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The Arsenal (cont.) Business Writer o Focus o Purpose o Audience o Organization o Development
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The Experience
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Types of Experience o Education o Job-related o Non-profit Organizations o Internships
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So What? President Henry B. Eyring Advantages
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Conclusion Define Professional Business Writing Prepare Experience
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What should I remember? Do I feel competent, skillful, assured? Do I have “good” writing skills? Do I proofread to show my credibility?
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What Business Writer Remember? What are the essential parts to business writing? What is the same in professional and business writing?
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