Communication is a vital part of our daily rou- tines. We sit in school and listen to teachers. We read books and magazines. We talk to friends, watch television, and communicate over the Internet.
DON'T LET YOUR WRITING HOLD YOU BACK. When you’re fumbling for words and pressed for time, you might be tempted to dismiss good business writing as a luxury. But it’s a skill you must cultivate to succeed: You’ll lose time, money, and influence if your e-mails, proposals, and other important documents fail to win people over. The HBR Guide to Better Business Writing, by writing expe…