Effective Writing for Bigger Impact

Written communication is a constant in professional life. With Harvard Professor Todd Rogers and comedian/writer Ilana Glazer, learn the principles of effective writing to craft concise, impactful communications and connect with your audience.

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Todd Rogers

Harvard University
Professor of Public Policy

Ilana Glazer

Writer, Comedian, Actor

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synopsis

From emails, pitches, presentations, and briefs - clear and impactful writing is an invaluable professional skill. With Harvard Professor Todd Rogers and comedian/writer Ilana Glazer, this course unpacks the core skills of effective writing.


Learn to identify communication goals, strip out unnecessary information, and make writing relevant and easy to engage with for any reader. Learners will practice writing goal-driven, action-oriented communications to get results to help gain greater confidence in their abilities to make an impact with their writing at work.

Duration 6 Chapters | 54 Learning Activities | 2h 5min

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LEARNER OBJECTIVES

Identify what effective writing is

Distill the goal of any piece of writing

Write with an awareness that the reader is busy

Edit, simplify, structure, and format writing

Tailor messages to an audience

Make it easy for people to engage and respond

Take readers’ priorities into consideration

Course outline

Chapter 1

What to Know Before Your Write

Chapter 2

Editing for Concision and Easy Reading

Chapter 3

Using Effective Structure and Formatting

Chapter 4

Connecting With Your Reader

Chapter 5

Your Personal and Professional Context

Chapter 6

Course Conclusion

Merge your business goals with your employees’ desire for growth and connection.

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