It wasn’t until I got into the A/E/C marketing world that I learned how poor my writing really was. Comparatively speaking, it was outstanding from the get go. But once I realized how critical writing is to this job, I raised the standards I set for myself.
As a result, I spent a great deal of time and energy becoming the best writer I could be. Recently, I stumbled across this infographic identifying 15 common grammar goofs.
If you have any firm “principles,” you might want to send this their way. 🙂
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What about inquiry and enquiry?
Those are good additions.
Nice work Matt, I like the graphics.
And don’t forget ensure and insure.
I counted at least three misspelled slides at SMPS NERC. This was after keynote Peter Shankman told everyone not to make spelling mistakes.
I see the misuse of ensure, insure, and assure quite a bit.
Thank you Jen,
When I read this, I spit out my ensure!
Except or Accept, that’s one that has got me in trouble more than once