What is the Best Quarter Abbreviation Format? (Q1, First Quarter, IVQ, 1st qtr)
As we kick off the first quarter of 2019, many of us are planning work and strategies across the year. Business typically breaks years down by quarters as we…
How to Write a Winning Business Proposal [Ultimate Guide for 2019]
A strong business proposal is a top opportunity to win new business. It is the ultimate sales document, a condensed version of all the value your solution brings to a…
Meet vs. See – Learn the difference [English Grammar Lesson]
Quick answer: Use MEET for the first time you see someone or when you are seeing them because you have plans or an appointment. Use SEE for all other situations.…
An Increasing Problem: Replying to Old Emails for a New Topic
How many times have you received an email with an old subject line that is unrelated to the actual content of the email? The prevalence of searching for an old…
How to write a business Email (updated for 2019)
Business emails are a pillar of modern communication. On any given day, the average office worker receives over 80 emails. That’s a lot of communication. While we send a lot of…
Writing an Executive Summary that Emotes Confidence
Executive writing should embody both confidence and competence. If you write with a confident tone, it quietly affirms your leadership abilities to your readers. And, if you are smart and…
10 Best Proposal Examples [With Critical Critiques]
Earning more business starts most often with an effective proposal. Preparing a winning proposal means writing for the client and providing a clear, valuable solution to their problem. For every…
Different Business Letter Salutations
In business, relationships build partnerships and loyal customers. When writing a business letter, you establish the relationship from the beginning with the salutation. Whether you are sending business postal letters…
Good Salutations for Business Emails
Business owners improve their public business image when their corporate policies are firmly established for professional communications. It has become commonplace for employees to be very informal when it comes…
How to Address Two Organizations in a Formal Letter
As a business owner, you might find yourself corresponding with two organizations on the same topic. Correspondence may pertain to a partnership, a new product being developed or a legal…
