About This Course

Developing writing skills is still important in the business world as is creating proper documents (such as proposals, reports, and agendas) giving you that extra edge in the workplace. The Collaborative Business Writing workshop will give you the knowledge and skills to collaborate with others and create that important document. You will touch on the types of collaboration, and ways to improve them through certain tools and processes. These basic skills will provide you with that extra benefit in the business world that a lot of people are losing. Module One: Getting Started Module Two: What is Collaborative Business Writing? Clarifying the Objective Practical Writing Approaches Collaborative Writing Strategies Collaborative Writing Patterns Module Three: Types of Collaborative Business Writing Parallel Construction – ‘cut and paste’ Parallel Construction – ‘puzzle’ Sequential Summative Construction Integrating Construction Module Four: Collaborative Team Members Team Leader Selection Chief Editor Designation Characteristics of Team Members Ways to Build a Collaborative Writing Team Module Five: Collaborative Tools and Processes Outlines and Storyboards Collaborative Planning Collaborative Revision Collaborative Team Cohesion Module Six: Setting Style Guidelines Voice and Person Format Consistent Spelling of Commonly Used Words Numbers as Words or Figures Module Seven: Barriers to Successful Collaborative Writing Hoarding Innovation Search Knowledge Transfer Module Eight: Overcoming Collaborative Writing Barriers Practicing T-shaped Management Building a Network of Alliances Implementing Enablers Assessing the Culture and Areas for Improvement Module Nine: Styles of Dealing with Conflict Ensure that Good Relationships are the First Priority Keep People and Problems Separate Pay Attention to the Interests that are Being Presented Listen First, Talk Second Module Ten: Tips for Successful Business Writing Collaboration Determine Purpose Formulate Outline and Organizational Format Selection of Team Leader Assign Writing Tasks and Associated Duties Module Eleven: Examples of Collaborative Business Writing Writing Emails Writing Reports Writing Training Manuals Writing Company Handbooks Module Twelve: Wrapping Up Duration: 1-2 day in-house workshop with an expert trainer, dependent on your needs (in-person or online)

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Quotations are valid for 60 days. Website pricing is subject to change without prior notice. Payment is due within 30 days, or as specified for approved accounts with written agreements with ht+a, alternatively it is due upon receipt of an invoice. All bank charges for forex transactions are to be borne by the client. Delegate placements on public courses or scheduling of in-house courses will only be confirmed once payment, an approved purchase order or a signed quotation/agreement is received. For in-person public courses, the fee includes the event venue, coffee, refreshments, and lunch. It does not include accommodation or other travel expenses. ht+a will share accommodation discount options with you if available and recommends booking 2 weeks before an event to ensure the event is a confirmed go-ahead. ht+a is not liable for travel expense losses due to cancellation by either party, weather, flight delays, or other unforeseen circumstances. For in-person in-house courses, unless otherwise specified, pricing assumes the training will take place at the client's location and ht+a will not provide catering. The Client will ensure that the training room will be equipped with all necessary tools including flip charts, markers, video projectors/screens, appropriate furnishings and ample electrical outlets. Sustainability & Materials: - Delegates require an email address and a stable and active internet connection with suitable equipment (computer, smartphone or tablet) to access course materials and, where applicable, to complete online tests and join live video calls. - Printed course materials will not be provided, including for in-person or in-house events. Customers may print their course materials if desired. - ht+a no longer provides publications (textbooks) as part of the course fee. It is the customer's responsibility to procure any supplementary material either as an add-on from ht+a (payment is required in advance), OR from the VDA (https://shorturl.at/fbHJs) or the AIAG (https://shorturl.at/z73jg) directly (all corresponding shipping and duties will be for the customer's account). Due to copyright, ht+a does not provide digital copies of publications. - Digital certificates will be provided. Certificates for VDA QMC courses will only be issued once full payment is received. Certificates for ht+a courses will be automatically issued upon completion of course requirements. Customers may print their certificate if desired.