Thus far in my internship I have done quite
a bit of writing, mostly blog and newsletter type pieces. I have found that
while we are thought to write in a specific format and style at uni it does not
always transfer to being appropriate in the workforce.
One of the most difficult things I seem to
find is write in a semi formal to casual style, which Networking WA prefer,
especially for their blogs. Learning to not take comments about editing my work
to heart was a little hard sometime but I can definitely say that I have learnt
a lot.
Some of the most useful tips in writing I
got from Rebecca Cole, my boss, is to:
- - Create an interesting writing
style but reading other peoples blogs and newsletters.
- - Always have a catchy heading
and grabbing first sentence, as it keeps the reader interested and then the
will want to know what the rest of the article is about, and read more.
- - Edit, edit, edit! Always
re-read what you have written to make sure your grammar and spelling is correct,
as well as making sure you are using the right word for the right meaning.
- - And most impotently practice,
practice, practice, especially writing catchy headings and that first grabbing
sentence.
I have been lucky enough to have two of my
blogs picked, to be put up on the Networking WA blog and Facebook page. One was
on Social Media which I found really fun to right about and the other was a
feature to do with an coming event Networking WA are hosting called Chinese Investment.
Writing can be difficult for some (Me
definitely), especially when trying to change styles but practicing is key as
it is important to be able to adapt your writing style in the workplace.
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