I like to say that I work with people whose job is “to get the message out.”  And although I sell media replication and multimedia servicves, my job is deeply affected by my writing skills.  I am sure it’s no different for you.

Now, you may not recall your days in English class with fondness, but I suggest you should think of the comma as your friend when it comes to your written communications. 

You can check out this link for a refresher on the details of proper usage of commas: http://tinyurl.com/rwlyb, but to sum it up, remember that the main  purpose of a comma is to inform the reader of your written work where to take a breath.

That’s important when writing e-mails, proposals, resumes . . . and yes, even when Twittering and texting.

Here’s what works for me:  Whenever possible, after writing a first draft, I save it as that, a draft.   I then either take a break or move on to something else.   I often have three or four drafts of e-mails and several proposals in various drafts stages at any one time.   Even when rushing and facing a deadline, I find that getting away from the document for just a few moments can be beneficial. 

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