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A Professional Writing Style: What Exactly Does That Mean?

Does this email sound professional? This is my personal statement for my graduate school application. Can you check to make…

My New Year’s resolution was to quit smoking. I did really well for two whole days. Then on January 3rd,…

In today’s international business climate, communicating with clarity and simplicity is a must. If your message is easy to understand,…

We all know how tricky writing in English can be—especially when it’s not your first language. So, when you need…

Are you dreaming of new opportunities abroad? Whether it’s securing a place at your top-choice university, advancing your career, or…

“We really screwed up—and I had to make things right.” Lev is the CEO of a mid-sized tech firm. Most…

One question that has popped up a few times on our Ask An Editor feature is whether to use “can”…

You have selected a topic for an academic paper, or perhaps you need to write a report for work that…

You have almost finished drafting your academic paper or business report. You feel pretty good about your introduction, and you…

You have been staring at a blank screen for half an hour. Your head is pounding and your eyes are…