During the writing of The Revised and Expanded 2nd Edition of Grammar Done Right!, I was asked to speak at the American Business Women’s Association on the topic of “Good Grammar = Good Business.” Great topic!

I was then forced to determine and make clear to my audience: Why is grammar so important to good business? Great question!

Well, for one, a misplaced comma or unclear sentence has been known to cost companies millions of dollars. Need another reason? A survey of hiring managers showed that applications with spelling or grammar errors were rarely considered for the job. And, you already know that first impressions are lasting impressions; good grammar shows a willingness to care about your written image. It’s not just about following a bunch of rules, it’s about being understood, showing respect, and getting respect.

That’s why I’m participating in National Grammar Day on March 4th, and you should too.

Founded by Martha Brockenbrough, founder of The Society for the Promotion of Good Grammar (SPOGG); the site loves those of us that aren’t afraid to wield our mighty red pen, and acknowledges those of us who crave and practice good grammar.

Join me in supporting National Grammar Day by visiting:

http://www.nationalgrammarday.com
http://www.spogg.org