Ten simple ways to improve most documents:

1. Use a self-explanatory title, subtitle and file name
2. Write the estimated reading time on the cover
3. Include the author’s role and contact details
4. Group the contents into a logical, flowing structure (best worked out in advance)
5. Open by explaining the document’s purpose and background
6. Use simple, direct language
7. Remove all acronyms (readers are not always company or industry insiders)
8. Make it as concise as possible
9. Proofread it
10. End with a clear conclusion, call to action or next step

Award a point for each. Score the next document you read. Weep at the result…

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