This workshop is for anyone who wants to write more effectively and more efficiently. High Performance Writing presents practical approaches to:

1. identifying and revising stylistic issues;
2. assessing and/or "designing-in" a convincing message.

These approaches to style and structure are applicable to any form of writing - for example brochures, memos, letters, proposals and reports. After this workshop, participants routinely find that they can cut the length of a piece of writing by 30% to 70% while making it more logical, readable and persuasive!

There are two formats in which this workshop can be held. One format is aimed at staff who are not involved in research. The other format is aimed at research publications, such as papers, proposals, reports and theses. Both formats of the workshop will cover:

1. defining the result you want;
2. considering your audience - what do they know and what do they want;
3. designing a structured message;
4. improving your writing style.

Some comments from participants:

• "It was informal and very pleasant and extremely useful and informative. I think I have gained a lot and with practice I will improve my writing skills. The exercises were particularly useful."
• "It is structured very well and the content is very useful. I do not think it needs to be improved!"
• "It let me know actually how to write the report."
• "It is useful to have a procedure for preparation of reports."
• "Friendly atmosphere & lively."
• "It gave me a good process for writing reports & preparing presentations."
• "How to break down information so it is relevant and concise."
• "Structuring an article and what is required to make a convincing argument!"