writing
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Tab Is Not Indent, and Other Formatting Problems You Cause Yourself
We all want our written work to look nice. Whether you’re preparing a book for possible publication, or just writing up a document for coworkers or friends to read, you’ve probably wrestled with formatting. Weird spacing, mismatched fonts, and other errors can leave us frustrated with Word or Google Docs — but sometimes the problem…
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The Best Ways to Take Notes so You Actually Remember Information
In class and in meetings, note-taking is important. You want to be able to review what was said, commit it to memory, and use it going forward, whether on tests or in your job. It sounds easy, but can be pretty hard. Think of all the times you’ve looked back on your notes only to…
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How to ‘Shake off Your Imposter Syndrome’ and Finally Get Started on That Book of Yours
If you’ve got grand dreams of writing a book one day, here are some tips on where to start from someone who’s currently doing it.
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Does It Really Matter How Fast You Type?
Technological advancement over the last 30 years have meant skills once rare to office workers are now commonplace. Chief among those skills is typing: Decades ago, one could ply their trade as a typist and make a living solely by striking keys on a typewriter. Back then, you might consider including your best words-per-minute time…