Instructional Video2:43
Bill Carmody

Types of Letter Formats: Creating Professional Business Writing

Higher Ed
In this video, Bill Carmody discusses the different types of letter formats, including full block style, semi block style, modified block style, and modified semi block style. He emphasizes the importance of using these formats to create...
Instructional Video1:52
Bill Carmody

Keeping a Job Search Record

Higher Ed
This video discusses the importance of keeping a job search record to enhance your chances of securing employment. By documenting every interaction, note, and conversation throughout the job search process, you are better prepared for...
Instructional Video1:24
Bill Carmody

Writing Short Reports

Higher Ed
In this video, Bill Carmody discusses the importance of writing short reports that get straight to the point. By keeping reports concise and focused, they are more likely to be read, followed up on, and lead to desired outcomes.
Instructional Video1:30
Bill Carmody

Evaluative Summaries

Higher Ed
This video is about the importance of creating evaluative summaries when evaluating something. The speaker, Bill Carmody, emphasizes the need to summarize the most important information in order to provide a concise essence of what is...
Instructional Video2:36
Bill Carmody

Envelopes and Why They Matter

Higher Ed
In this video, Bill Carmody discusses the importance of envelopes and how they can make a significant impact on the attention and perception of your letters. He emphasizes that a professional and visually appealing envelope can capture...
Instructional Video3:52
Bill Carmody

Parts of a Long Report

Higher Ed
When writing a long report, you want to make it easy for your reader to consume the information you've written. That's why it's so important to provide the following parts of a long report:



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Title Page
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Instructional Video2:06
Bill Carmody

Parts of a Business Letter

Higher Ed
In this video, Bill Carmody discusses the various parts of a business letter. Carmody highlights the significance of meeting expectations in business writing to ensure that recipients take the letter seriously.
Instructional Video1:36
Bill Carmody

Importance of Short Reports

Higher Ed
In this video, Bill Carmody emphasizes the importance of short reports, explaining that they are more likely to be read compared to longer reports. He highlights that short reports are easier to consume and understand, particularly in...
Instructional Video1:58
Bill Carmody

Executive Summaries

Higher Ed
In business writing, executive summaries help your reader get to the essence of whatever else follows. In this video, we cover the importance of why you want to include executive summaries, especially in long documents.
Instructional Video2:09
Bill Carmody

Writing Sales Proposals: Winning Hearts and Minds

Higher Ed
In this video, Bill Carmody discusses the key elements of writing effective sales proposals. He emphasizes the importance of understanding what the audience needs to know in order to say yes to the proposal.
Instructional Video3:16
Bill Carmody

Visuals for International Audiences: Understanding Cultural Considerations

Higher Ed
In this video, Bill Carmody discusses the importance of considering visuals for international audiences. He highlights the significance of colors, imagery, symbolism, layout, and typography in effectively communicating with diverse...
Instructional Video2:41
Bill Carmody

Using Word Processing Software to Design Instructions

Higher Ed
This video explains the importance of using word processing software to design instructions. It highlights the benefits of creating, editing, and saving print documents easily, as well as the convenience of collaboration and making...
Instructional Video1:38
Bill Carmody

Effective Periodic Reports

Higher Ed
This video is about writing effective periodic reports. The video emphasizes the importance of making the reports easy to understand for those who are not directly involved in the project and highlights the need to include executive...
Instructional Video3:05
Bill Carmody

eCommunication as Legal Record

Higher Ed
In this video, Bill Carmody explains the importance of being mindful of our electronic communication as it can be used as a legal record. He emphasizes the need for effective and precise communication, especially in a professional...
Instructional Video2:28
Bill Carmody

Organizing a Standard Business Letter

Higher Ed
This video provides a step-by-step guide on how to organize a standard business letter. It covers the proper placement of the date, address, and greeting, as well as the importance of getting straight to the point in the opening paragraph.
Instructional Video1:56
Bill Carmody

Writing Effective Inquiry Letters

Higher Ed
The video is a tutorial on how to write effective inquiry letters. The video aims to help viewers understand the key elements of writing inquiry letters that are more likely to receive a response and achieve the desired outcome.
Instructional Video1:59
Bill Carmody

Writing Effective Incident Reports

Higher Ed
In this video, Bill Carmody discusses the importance of writing incident reports in business communication. He emphasizes that incident reports are crucial for documenting incidents that may have legal repercussions.
Instructional Video2:17
Bill Carmody

The Importance of Writing at Work: Creating a Paper Trail and Job Security

Higher Ed
In this video, Bill Carmody explains the importance of writing at work. He emphasizes that writing helps memorialize decisions and create a paper trail, allowing others to easily follow along with important discussions and decisions....
Instructional Video2:12
Bill Carmody

Creating Consistency in Writing Instructions

Higher Ed
In this video, Bill Carmody discusses the importance of maintaining a consistent voice when writing a variety of instructions within a business. By establishing a clear brand voice and ensuring consistency, instructions can be written in...
Instructional Video6:19
Bill Carmody

Types of Proposals

Higher Ed
In this video, Bill Carmody discusses the various types of proposals that are relevant when working within an organization. He explains pre-proposals, solicited and unsolicited proposals, simultaneous submissions, revisions and...
Instructional Video1:26
Bill Carmody

The Importance of Letter Appearance

Higher Ed
In this video, Bill Carmody explains the importance of the appearance of a letter and why it matters. By ensuring that the formatting and presentation of a letter are professional, the content within can be evaluated and reviewed in a...
Instructional Video1:59
Bill Carmody

Special Request Letters

Higher Ed
In this video, Bill Carmody discusses the importance of providing context in special request letters. By providing a clear explanation of the circumstances surrounding the request, the rest of the letter can flow more smoothly.
Instructional Video2:01
Bill Carmody

Tips for Effective Print Document Design

Higher Ed
In this video, Bill Carmody discusses the importance of proper print document design. He emphasizes the significance of margins to ensure readability and advises against using excessive graphics that waste ink and increase costs.
Instructional Video2:00
Bill Carmody

Ethical Visuals

Higher Ed
"The use of visual media should neither intentionally distort the integrity of a message nor promote a false impression or interpretation, which, as a whole, impacts to the credibility of the author." To have an ethical visual, you must...