The do’s & don’ts of business writing

1. The Do’s & Don’ts of
Business Writing
Presented by Macline Seles Xalxo

2. • The term ‘business writing’ refers to memorandums, reports, proposals,
emails, and other forms of writing used in organizations to communicate
with internal or external audiences. Business writing is a type of
professional communication. Also known as business communication
and professional writing.
What is business writing?

3. • In a business, Communication and collaboration is needed to gain
success. The most efficient way to achieve this is to get the writing
juices flowing! Even doctors, architects and salespeople who work
behind a counter have to write. We all have to update our managers,
our branch offices, and so on. Writing is essential. This is why it has
never been more important than now to be “well-spoken” on the page.
Why is it important?

4. • Be direct
• Humor
• Be polite and appreciative
• Use fresh language
• Be concise
• Edit
The Do’s for Business Writing

5. • Don’t be personal
• Don’t use colloquialisms
• Don’t use the passive voice
• Don’t use CAPS
Don’ts for Business Writing

6. • These are some “Dos” and some Don’ts that carry over across all these
different types of documents. That’s the good news. Writing well in
business has a bit of one-size-fits-all quality about it. Once you learn
the basics, you can apply them to every document you are required to
complete.
Conclusion