Writing is both a talent and a tool, one that you cannot afford to ignore

No matter how clever you are, it is your ability to use language to communicate effectively which will showcase:

• Your intellect
• Your quick-wittedness
• Your ideas
• Your commitment
• Your reasoning
• Your willingness to collaborate
• Your sense of confidence

Between the two modes of communication, writing is more powerful than speaking. Whether you are writing a cover note, an email, a memo, a vision statement, a business plan, or anything else, writing can be more authentic, more thoughtful, more honest and more nuanced. Whereas speaking always makes the self the subject of communication, writing allows one to take different positions with regard to the reader in order to clarify, convince, empathise, apologise or build consensus. Shorn of the presence of personality, social or professional rank, and the emotional appeal of natural charm, written communication tends to be more objective and invites the reader to individually assess the intent, impact and value of a message.

Most great leaders have been, and continue to be, writers in some way.

But writing is more than just a key talent for success. It is a valuable tool, one that assists in real learning, boosting our own comprehension of a subject. Writing about something helps us to:

1. Articulate our understanding: so that we may quickly identify areas where we fall short or feel that our knowledge is inadequate
2. Explore a topic in depth: so that we allow ourselves the chance to garner new insights and ideas
3. Reflect on new learning: so that we can attempt to synthesise different strands of knowledge and experience for a richer and more meaningful grasp of a subject

The benefits of learning through writing are many and varied. These include enhanced retention, the ability to communicate and explain complex ideas comprehensively, and the development of a growth mindset that relies on curiosity, creativity, and critical thinking.

But before we can write correctly, clearly or compellingly, we must first attain a certain facility with language.

How can the ALSOWISE^® Masters Programme help you?

The ALSOWISE^® Masters Programme is designed to enhance proficiency in the English language for young working professionals, with a view to making them proficient communicators. Demanding less than 60 minutes per week, it focuses on:

1. Revisiting the foundations of language which is the basis of all communication.
2. Building critical reading skills to  develop a self-learning orientation for continuous improvement.
3. Honing both verbal and written business communication skills for the workplace through real-world examples.

Using technology to recreate a one-to-one classroom environment, in which users are made to listen, read, engage, and practice, on a mobile device of their choice goes a long way in building familiarity with, and expertise in, the English language.

It is never too late to learn and hone this valuable skill. So, if you’re looking to improve your/ your team’s English communication abilities and Interpersonal skills with a view to standing out in a crowded field, and getting ahead:

1. Download the ALSOWISE^® app today.
2. Register immediately – the process is quick and simple.
3. Sample the FREE Demo and discover for yourself that ALSOWISE^® is the English language enhancement app that you were looking for.