Write, Shorten
Key Concepts and Strategies
The book «Write, Shorten» by Maxim Ilyakhov and Lyudmila Sarycheva focuses on improving writing communication skills. The main concepts and strategies of the book include:
1.Informational style: Emphasis on clarity and precision, avoiding unnecessary words and complex constructions.
2.Simplifying text: Using simple and understandable words, avoiding bureaucratic language and complex terms.
3.Structuring text: Logical organization of information, using headings and subheadings to ease perception.
4.Active voice: Preferring active constructions over passive ones to enhance the text's dynamism.
5.Engaging the reader: Focusing on the needs and interests of the audience, creating text that is useful and interesting to the reader.
6.Editing: Repeatedly reviewing and improving the text, removing everything superfluous and unnecessary. These strategies help create texts that are easy to read and understand, effectively conveying information.
