Grammar Girl Quick and Dirty Tips for Better Writing

Think faster and talk smarter. Tips from Matt Abrahams that will make you a better writer and speaker

09.26.2023 - By QuickAndDirtyTips.comPlay

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947. Do you wish you could think on your feet faster? Well, Stanford business professor and communication expert Matt Abrahams has insights on having great off-the-cuff conversations that are also surprisingly helpful for writers. Matt shares the secrets of chunking when you're writing, tailoring your message for different audiences, and using structures to guide your thinking. Also, as a comfortable speaker but nervous writer, Matt shares his tips on how to get that difficult first draft down on the page. I found his new book, "Think Faster, Talk Smarter," to be incredibly helpful, so I knew I had to get him to share his expertise with you!

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