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21 Jun 2022
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Negotiations: Useful Language for Finalizing Agreements |
15 Sep 2021
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Quite often in business, a deal can be concluded without having a face-to-face business meeting. Where the terms of a deal are not so complex, or a deal has already been partially reached, much of the final negotiation can be done over the phone. In more complex situations, however, face-to-face negotiations are usually necessary. Below are some useful phrases to help finalize a negotiation:
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Errors with Linking Words and Phrases (Part 2) |
29 Aug 2021
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Linking words and phrases include conjunctions (and, but, because, although etc.), certain adverbs (however, therefore, etc.), adverbs like when and where which can be used as conjunctions, and prepositional phrases (in addition to ...., because of .....). These words show how two or more words are linked, but they are used in different ways. In this grammar review we will look at some of the most common errors which writers make when they are using linking words and phrases. 1. Using Double Conjunctions The following type of error is very common:
Only one conjunction is needed to join two clauses within a sentence. You can choose either one.
Notice the punctuation of the above sentences: when you use the conjunction at the beginning of the sentence, you should separate the two clauses with a comma. (some writers use a comma before the mid-sentence but and so as well, but this is not really necessary unless the first clause is very long). 2. Incomplete Sentences
When you use a conjunction, you need two clauses. A conjunction should not be used with just one clause. You should either omit the conjunction or join the clause with another:
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Better Business Writing Skills 1 |
26 May 2021
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Apart from grammatical accuracy, business writers should consider a number of language points when they write a document. The language should be:
Now let’s take a look at an email where the writer has not given consideration to the above points. Read carefully through the explanatory notes and the re-write of the email below. Original Document
The word 'Esteemed' is out of date. 'Communication' is not precise (is it an emal, a letter etc?) A more common word for 'conducted' is 'done'.
Rewritten Document
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