Writing and Style Rules - Revision history

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Keys to Good Writing

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Keys to Good Writing

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Style Details

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Keys to Good Writing

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Keys to Good Writing

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Keys to Good Writing

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Keys to Good Writing

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Keys to Good Writing

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Introduction

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	#“Whether or not” is almost never necessary.		#“Whether or not” is almost never necessary.
	# "This" needs to modify a noun.		# "This" needs to modify a noun.
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 #Consider every adverb and adjective in your piece. Does removing them dramatically change the meaning of the sentence? If no, they are unnecessary and should be removed.
 #It is better to show than to tell. Consider “XYZ Corp is a highly successful small business.” vs. “XYZ generated $1 million in sales in its first year of operation.”
 #Avoid passive voice and helping verbs whenever possible.
 #Only one point per paragraph. Each paragraph’s topic sentence should make a single argument. Subsequent sentences contain supporting data. Do not worry if paragraphs are short.

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 ##Note we are not writing how-to guides, so leave out information on how an individual or small business would act to take advantage of/be in compliance with the law or regulation you’re discussing. This info can be linked on the wiki or with permission added to the small biz guide.
 #Transition or signal words such as additionally, therefore, furthermore, etc. can be used, but should not be overused. Consider if you can make the same connection without using one of these words. If the word is not necessary to make the connection, don't use it. If the word is the only connection between to elements of your argument, make sure the connection is clear to your readers. Ask a peer for feedback.
-#Hyperlinks should be attached to proper nouns whenever possible. Choose the noun that this reference is cited in support of. Proper nouns are preferred. Nouns are not available, action verbs area acceptable.
+#Hyperlinks should be attached to proper nouns whenever possible. Choose the noun that this reference is cited in support of. Proper nouns are preferred. Nouns are not available, action verbs area acceptable. Don't link more than three words unless they are all part of a proper noun, e.g. United States of America.
 #Outline see [[Blog Writing Process]] for details.
 # Include subheadings.

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	#“Whether or not” is almost never necessary.		#“Whether or not” is almost never necessary.
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 #Hyperlinks should be attached to proper nouns whenever possible. Choose the noun that this reference is cited in support of. Proper nouns are preferred. Nouns are not available, action verbs area acceptable.
 #Outline see [[Blog Writing Process]] for details.
-# Include subheadings in your draft.
+# Include subheadings.
 #When you’ve finished drafting a post go through the post word by word and ask is this word necessary? If the answer is no, remove it.
 ##Ask yourself “Can I convey the same information in fewer words?”

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 #Hyperlinks should be attached to proper nouns whenever possible. Choose the noun that this reference is cited in support of. Proper nouns are preferred. Nouns are not available, action verbs area acceptable.
 #'''Outline!'''
 #When you’ve finished drafting a post go through the post word by word and ask is this word necessary? If the answer is no, remove it.
 ##Ask yourself “Can I convey the same information in fewer words?”
-##Make it into a game. How few words can you use to convey a complex idea? It’s fun, kind of like a puzzle.
+##Make it into a game. How few words can you use to convey a complex idea?
 ##Do the same when peer editing.
 ==Style Details==