Corporate Training
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Now more than ever, the corporate world relies on written communication. And little can cause more confusion, or eat up more time, than unclear content or misinterpreted messages. At Pebble Creek, we save you time—and money—through targeted training that gives your people the tools they need to communicate effectively, effortlessly, and eloquently.
We offer training anywhere in North America, and all of our courses are delivered by fully qualified, friendly instructors. Choose just one course, mix and match for a more customized approach, or ask us about designing and/or delivering courses tailored to your specific needs.
Our courses include
Business Writing - Given the sheer number of written documents involved in the day-to-day operations of any business, it's clear that writing well is an essential business skill. Increase the effectiveness of your writing by improving the organization and presentation of your ideas and applying proven techniques to inform or persuade.
Editing - Editing is a crucial step in ensuring that words achieve their desired effect. Whether editing your own work or someone else's, learn how to "zoom in" on the essential elements of good writing—clarity, consistency, grammar, and style—and use them to put words to work for you.
Grammar - It may not be the sexiest subject ever, but it could arguably be the most essential. After all, good grammar is the foundation for good writing. Explore basic, and not-so-basic, grammar rules and learn how to apply them (or break them!) consistently and effectively to achieve maximum impact in your writing.
Plain Language - The more precise your message, the more powerful it becomes. Discover simple techniques for producing clear, concise text, and learn how to recognize and remove common obstacles to good writing and clear communication.
Proofreading - Even the smallest of mistakes can affect how your message is perceived by your audience. Learn how to proofread for grammar, mechanics, spelling, and formatting problems in vital documents and eliminate embarrassing errors.
Punctuation and Mechanics - It's amazing how something as small as a comma can significantly alter the meaning of a sentence. Learn the ins and outs of proper punctuation and mechanics and how you can use that knowledge to enhance the clarity and increase the impact of your writing.
Report Writing - Writing business reports can be a challenge. Simplify the process by learning some basic skills and techniques that will ensure your report is straightforward, concise, and relevant to the reader. Topics covered include business writing and editing basics, understanding audience needs, content and organization, and design and formatting.
