Reliable, authoritative, and designed to ease grammar anxiety! Words are the currency of every business transaction. They persuade, inspire, educate and clarify. Essential Grammar for Business offers guidance to professionals perplexed by proper comma placement, dangling modifiers or the difference between who and whom. With a better understanding of the building blocks, readers will be better equipped to focus on the other ingredients of good business writing such as content, clarity and style. This book is fun, fast-paced, and easy to use.

Essential grammar reference and practice for anyone using English in a business context. Grammar for Business is a must-have for intermediate business students and anyone using English in the workplace. It provides clear explanations and authentic practice of the most essential language used in business English. Designed to help you improve your communication skills in real business situations, it includes a unique focus on spoken as well as written grammar, and practical tips on areas such as organising presentations, negotiating and giving your opinion. Ideal for classroom use and self study.

This is the eBook version of the printed book. This Element is an excerpt from The Truth About the New Rules of Business Writing (9780137153152) by Natalie Canavor and Claire Meirowitz. Available in print and digital formats. Improving your grammar where it matters and even when you don’t have time How often have you said: “I can’t stop now to think about grammar; I’ve got to finish this report because the department head is waiting for it!” You’re right: Now is not the time. But here are a few pointers so you’ll be prepared next time.

Focusing on the art of business writing and speaking--based on how executives actually write and speak--this text's topics include misused punctuation and spelling, misused terms, and the top ten rules for writing and speaking articulately.

Ideal for native speakers and learners alike, this clear guide to the grammar of modern English will help students speak and write English with greater confidence.

Speak and Write Like a Polished Professional “Dianna Booher nails it! The Memory Tips alone are worththe price of the book. This one’s a gem.” —John Baldoni, author of Great Communication Secrets of Great Leadersand How Great Leaders Get Great Results “Dianna Booher pulls off a deft and most impressive feat: In writing about tight,top-flight grammar, she shows those very same skills in abundance.” —Louis R. Carlozo, features staff writer, Chicago Tribune "This book seems to be most useful as a desk reference for individuals, but itwill also be of interest to public libraries with collections that support career development." --Library Journal Does your client owe the principal or principle? Is your company moving forwards or forward? Do you have over ten years' experience, or more than ten years' experience? Proper use of the written and spoken word determines whether or not you move ahead in your career. In Booher's Rules of Business Grammar, business communication guru Dianna Booher identifies the top 101 mistakes made in emails, presentations, and conversations every day. She briefly examines each one and explains what you need to know in order to avoid future mistakes. In addition, Booher includes effective “memory tricks” to reinforce comprehension and retention. In no time, you will learn how to: Recognize and rectify embarrassing grammatical mistakes Improve the clarity of what you say and write Solidify your understanding through the use of “memory tricks” Master the language-so you can focus on your business! Whether you decide to skim it and correct a mistake a minute or read the whole book in a couple of hours, use Booher's Rules of Business Grammar to set yourself apart as an expert communicator.