Learn how to write! (and save money too)

Most of you know already how important I think proper writing is for creatives and their businesses. So many of you had little (or no) training in writing while in college/art school, and now when you have to write a proposal or a press release or even just send an estimate, you struggle. Okay, you more than struggle, you freeze up and hit full panic or send written items that do more damage than good. It doesn’t have to be that way.

I’ve just recently learned of online courses to help. These courses can help you overcome your grammar fears and make your syntax sing. They are offered by the WritersOnlineWorkshops which is a part of F&W Publications–the fine folks who bring you the Photographer’s Market and Writer’s Market books, as well as HOW magazine and other fine publications. In other words, these people are not some fly-by-night group. No, they are writing pros and they can definitely help you improve your business.

Best of all, they are offering a discount for any of you who learn about these courses via this email (or the BAP Blog): 10% off! All you have to do is enter the special coupon code BAP6 when you enroll.

And no, I get nothing for this–no kickbacks or financial deals. I just thought it would help you and your businesses, and the fine folks at the WritersOnlineWorkshops.com agreed and offered the discount.

Here are some suggested options and more information:

Brush up on the basics—or dive a little deeper into business or creative writing—with WritersOnlineWorkshops.com, brought to you by the parent company of HOW Magazine and the HOW Design Conference. You’ll work one-on-one with a professional writing instructor to improve your writing skills, no matter what your skill level or interests.

Improve your grammar skills with the six-week comprehensive course Elements of Effective Writing I: Grammar and Mechanics http://www.writersonlineworkshops.com/viewworkshop.asp?workshopid=1027 .

If you need to improve your business writing skills, including memos, reports, and proposals, check out Essentials of Business Writing http://www.writersonlineworkshops.com/viewworkshop.asp?workshopid=1042 .

And if you want to get a little more creative or get into more details, try some of the other creative (and non) writing courses they offer. A full listing of courses is available at
http://www.writersonlineworkshops.com/workshopdescriptions.asp .

In case you’re afraid of commitment, here’s this additional information directly from the WritersOnlineWorkshop people:
This month (November) only we’re offering a special no-risk registration that lets you cancel your workshop even after your class has begun—without paying the customary administrative fees and penalties. Simply put, if something unforeseen happens or you aren’t happy with the class, you won’t have to pay if you don’t stay in the course.

There’s nothing to lose! Click here to learn more about this exclusive promotion and to pick your perfect workshop today: http://www.writersonlineworkshops.com/

I agree. Sign up today. The discount offer is time-limited and will expire January 31, 2007.