A blog on the idiosyncrasies of today’s fast-moving, social-media-driven language managed by 20-year-plus public relations writer Joseph Priest. l write “e-mail” with a hyphen, detest the word “issue,” and abbreviate “microphone” as “mike.” Got a language question? Bring it on.
Recent Posts
8 Simple Comma Tips
Pointers on how to best use commas with “too,” “Inc.” and, of course, “and.”
Pronunciation Poise: How to Say Tricky Words
How we say things can be as important as how we write things. Here are some words to watch out for.
Watch Out for This Shortcut
Using abbreviations can be tempting, but their use can quickly introduce problems with clarity. Here are some guidelines to help.
Study Up: Writing Resources for PR Pros
How we say things can be as important as how we write things. Here are some words to watch out for.
2019 AP Stylebook Updates to Know
Straight from the annual conference of the Society for Editing, the editors of Associated Press Stylebook announce their latest updates.
Capital Offenses
Capitalization plays an important part in public relations writing. Here are some of the most common pitfalls to be on guard against.
Comprise vs. Compose
One of the most common mistakes in writing is using “comprised of” when “composed of” is usually what’s intended.
10 Tips to Make Your Résumé Shine
Make sure the first impression you make as a job candidate is your best one.
Ouch! Five Mistakes HR Managers Warn Against on Résumés and Cover Letters
Reviewers spend an average of just 10 seconds on each résumé or cover letter. Don’t ruin the brief window of opportunity for yours with a mistake.