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
Tricky Tech Terms
“iPhones are here” or “IPhones are here”? “She logs in to the site” or “She logs into the site?” And “He searched the web” or “He searched the Web”? Test your knowledge.
Doughnut vs. Donut
Although American English and British English are generally interchangeable, there are enough differences to cause awkward errors.
Watch Your English!
Although American English and British English are generally interchangeable, there are enough differences to cause awkward errors.
Proof Positive: How to Edit Your Own Copy
What to do when you don’t have someone available to proof your writing.
7 Common Errors All PR Pros Should Know
Test your knowledge of the most common PR writing mistakes with these seven sentences.
Three Areas to Focus on to Be a Better PR Writer
Spelling, word usage and abbreviating. Here are some tips to help avoid some common mistakes in these areas.
You’d Better Watch Out . . . for These Holiday Clichés!
No “humbugs,” “elves,” “‘tising,” “‘twasing” or other lifeless clichés this year please.
Stepping away from Your Digital Environment
Some tips for helping writers remove themselves from their digital confines so they can think better.
What’s Old with New Business: 5 Tips for Proposals
When it comes to proposals, typos can sabotage your credibility and kill your sale. Here are five of the most common errors to be on guard against.