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How to Email a Therapist for the First Time

The services of a therapist can prove invaluable for those suffering from depression, anxiety, or other mental health and emotional disorders. In recent years, an increased focus on mental wellness has given many the courage to reach out to licensed therapists for help and support. … continue reading

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How To Write A Great Conclusion Paragraph

A well-crafted conclusion is a perfect way to end almost any piece of writing. Conclusions can easily change a reader’s mind or solidify what they already know and believe. In any sense, how can you write killer conclusions that leave your reader wanting more? Why… continue reading

How To Respond To A Rejection Email

Even though it may not be ideal, rejection plays a big part in our daily lives. One common form of rejection we can receive is a rejection email. When you receive a rejection email, it can often be tempting to delete it or even write… continue reading

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Fonts for Business Communications

Your goal with every writing assignment, from an email to a proposal to a detailed report, remains the same—communicate data and your ideas about that data. Every part, from words to appearance, of that written communication contributes to the effectiveness of your work. This even… continue reading

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How to Accept a Job Offer via Email or Letter

Accepting a job offer isn’t always as straightforward as simply saying, “I’ll take it! When do I start?” It’s essential to make sure you and your employer have covered all the bases, and there’s no confusion. It’s best to accept an offer for employment with… continue reading

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Parallelism in Writing

Parallel sentence elements in grammar are like parallel lines in geometry: they go the same direction but never meet. More accurately, in grammar, it’s less about meeting and more about the balance. In grammar, Parallelism is defined as two or more phrases or clauses in the… continue reading

Example of what is a metaphor: Shakespear's "The world's a stage"

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Metaphor: Definition and Examples

A metaphor is a figure of speech. They help to explain an idea or make a comparison. They describe an object or action in a manner that isn’t literally true, but gives the reader a clearer view of the author’s perspective. Here are some things to know… continue reading

Reinventing the phrase: “As Per Our Conversation”

Nobody wants to be known as a boring conversationalist, and one way to avoid that reputation is to steer clear of predictable speech patterns. Do you overuse the phrase “per our conversation?” Here are five less frequently-used variations to try out! As mentioned As agreed… continue reading

How To Write a Business Bio: Tips and Tricks

If you could use three words to explain your personality to someone, which words would you use? Maybe all that popped into your head was “I’m a person” or “Need a job.” If so, you’re in the right place. Writing a bio isn’t easy; it’s… continue reading

Tone and Emotion in Writing

When you use the correct tone, your writing can become so much more than words on a page. Tone is what allows writers to build a new world with deeply complex characters. Author and sensitivity reader Dennis Norris II stated that if he remembers the… continue reading