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Fiction: Lingerings by Ama Akuamoah Kesewa peeped through the trap door again at the man lying on her bed, eyes closed in a cocktail of pain and exhaustion.

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WORKS FROM GIRD WRITING CAMP 2016: “PLEASE DO TELL THEM” BY MWAMBA JAGEDO

WORKS FROM GIRD WRITING CAMP 2016: “PLEASE DO TELL THEM” BY MWAMBA JAGEDO

We are back from a brief hiatus with more works from Gird Writing Camp 2017. This week, we present a poem from Mwamba Jagedo who was at the poetry workshop facilitated by Prof. Kofi Anyidoho and Nana Nyarko Boateng. And now: Please Do Tell Them By Mwamba Jagedo Tell those who wished my downfall that I have awoken from yesterday’s slumber that their devilish thoughts couldn’t consume my hunch…

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Five Unacceptable Moves In Business Writing? This week, we provide answers to some frequently asked questions at our business writing workshops. Question 1: Is it right to use “I” and “we” in the same message?

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Works From Gird Writing Camp 2016: “Secret Ceremonials” By Maame Adwoa Amoa Marfo

Works From Gird Writing Camp 2016: “Secret Ceremonials” By Maame Adwoa Amoa Marfo

  This week’s featured piece from Gird Writing Camp 2016 is a short story by Maame Adwoa Amoa Marfo. Maame attended the Fiction Workshop with Prof. Ama Ata Aidoo and Dr. Martin Egblewogbe. And now, to Maame’s Secret Ceremonials.   Secret Ceremonials By Maame Adwoa Amoa Marfo Seffy, we did cartwheels in your honour. We sat for a long, silent moment after the solemn service was over with our…

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10 Redundant Words to Avoid In Business Writing

10 Redundant Words to Avoid In Business Writing

In business writing being concise is incredibly important. So, once you are done with your first draft, take another look and eliminate needless repetitions and redundancies. Check whether the expressions you’ve used add any value to your message. If you feel that you can take something out and your message will retain its meaning then do so. Most often redundant expressions only make writing…

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Works From Gird Writing Camp 2016: “A Fool’s Paradise Grows” By Rita Siaw

Works From Gird Writing Camp 2016: “A Fool’s Paradise Grows” By Rita Siaw

We hope you’ve been enjoying the pieces from participants of Gird Writing Camp 2016. Today, we have a poem from Rita Siaw. Rita Siaw was in the Poetry Workshop lead by Prof. Kofi Anyidoho and Nana Nyarko Boateng. And now, to her poem: A fool’s paradise grows She swings around her emotions like wild fire catching every cold stick that needs a skin’s warmth her dance pleases every eye, even when…

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12 Simpler and Effective Words to Use in Business Writing

12 Simpler and Effective Words to Use in Business Writing

Creating a professional business image has nothing to do with big words. Many people get caught up in high-level vocabulary in an attempt to impress the reader in their business communication. Unfortunately, this shows that you don’t care much about your reader’s time and effort. At all times, if there is a simpler word, use that instead. Here is a list of simpler alternatives to some commonly…

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Four Types of Business Communication You Must Know

Four Types of Business Communication You Must Know

Last week, we established that the tone of all forms of business writing, from emails to business plans, must remain professional. While keeping a professional tone at all times, it is important to identify the goal of each business communication. What exactly are you trying to achieve? Once you answer this question, you should be able to communicate your ideas clearly and effectively. All forms…

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WORKS FROM GIRD WRITING CAMP 2016: "BABOON BLUES" BY NANA AKOSUA HANSON

WORKS FROM GIRD WRITING CAMP 2016: “BABOON BLUES” BY NANA AKOSUA HANSON

We bring you more featured work from participants of Gird Writing Camp 2016. Today, we have a short story from Nana Akosua Hanson. This work of fiction was written at the Fiction Workshop with Prof. Ama Ata Aidoo and Dr. Martin Egblewogbe. BABOON BLUES We bathed in the sun, near the glistening pool. It was a sunny, dusty afternoon in Mole National Park spent with the baboons, hogs and the…

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SHOULD MY BUSINESS EMAILS BE FRIENDLY OR FORMAL?

SHOULD MY BUSINESS EMAILS BE FRIENDLY OR FORMAL?

When composing a business email, setting the right tone can be tricky. Let’s say your client or boss receives hundreds of emails in a day. With so many emails, he or she must choose which ones to read in a matter of seconds. If your email address isn’t familiar or your subject line is generic it may be deleted or ignored. However, an informal subject line or email may be viewed as unprofessional…

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WORKS FROM GIRD WRITING CAMP 2016: CREATIVE NON-FICTION FROM PORTIA OPARE

WORKS FROM GIRD WRITING CAMP 2016: CREATIVE NON-FICTION FROM PORTIA OPARE

  Today we’re featuring work from the Gird Writing Camp 2016. This Creative Non-fiction piece was written by Portia Opare, who attended the Creative Non-fiction workshop with Prof. Esi Sutherland-Addy and Mr. Kobby Graham.     JOURNALISTIC PIECE On Thursday some women of the University of Ghana reported getting harassed by residents of the Commonwealth Hall. The Commonwealth Hall held its…

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5 Things Every Business Proposal Should Have

5 Things Every Business Proposal Should Have

A business proposal is one of the most important documents you need to learn how to write. An effective business proposal does not get ignored.  After spending hours to put together a business proposal, why do some people get no results after submitting to potential clients while others seem to get a positive response? Successful business proposals include these five things:   A hook First of…

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WORKS FROM GIRD WRITING CAMP 2016: "ODDINARY INDIFFERENCE" BY DANIEL KOJO APPIAH

WORKS FROM GIRD WRITING CAMP 2016: “ODDINARY INDIFFERENCE” BY DANIEL KOJO APPIAH

We bring you more featured works from participants of Gird Writing Camp 2016. Today we have a poem from Daniel Kojo Appiah, also known as O’Zionn. This poem was written at the Poetry Workshop with Prof. Kofi Anyidoho and Nana Nyarko Boateng.   Oddinary Indifference There are those who do not realize That being extraordinary Isn’t for everyone   For there are those Who choose Not to have anything…

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Do These 3 Things Anytime You Have To Send a Business Email

Do These 3 Things Anytime You Have To Send a Business Email

You’ve typed out an email to a client and you’re about to send the message on its merry way. Not so fast though, make sure you’ve done these three things before you click send. Email mistakes are difficult to correct and can be costly or damaging to your reputation.   Proofread every line – Emails with typos are not taken seriously so have you done a spell check? Are you using proper sentence…

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Interview with Harry Dzomeku– Ghanaian Author and Entrepreneur

Interview with Harry Dzomeku– Ghanaian Author and Entrepreneur

Harry is a Ghanaian entrepreneur who has authored six books namely, Integrated Science for Schools and Colleges, Tilapia Farming Made Easy, The Entrepreneur: Timeless Principles for Business Success, Navigating Minefields: Laws of Possibilities, Navigating Minefields: To Be or Not to Be and Navigating Minefields: Great Expectations. He shares with the Girdblog a little bit about his journey as an…

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Works from Gird Writing Camp 2016: "Listen-" by Sedem Garr

Works from Gird Writing Camp 2016: “Listen-” by Sedem Garr

We bring you featured works from participants of Gird Writing Camp 2016 on the Girdblog starting today with a short story from Sedem Garr. Sedem was at the Fiction Workshop with Prof. Ama Ata Aidoo and Dr. Martin Egblewogbe.     “Listen-“ By Sedem Garr     27th August 2011   2:03 am Hey. 2:03 am Are you awake? 2:06 am I’ve been thinking… Oh bestie. Sorry I was asleep. 8:17 am  8:17am No worries.…

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5 Archaic Phrases To Avoid In business Writing

5 Archaic Phrases To Avoid In business Writing

Take a look at the following phrases. ·         Please find enclosed … ·         Please be advised that… ·         Trusting this will meet with your approval… ·         This will acknowledge receipt of your letter of… ·         Pursuant to your letter of… Do these phrases remind you of old Victorian novels? If so, you’re not alone. Writing like this was once widely accepted and is still…

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