The reality is that people often judge us by how we communicate. In many instances, such as when a job application is submitted, it is our only contact with someone. For instance, a prospective employer is always responsive to a well-written resume or job application, because it creates a good impression about the clarity of your thinking. When you write, you are always saying something about yourself. The way you think, the words you choose, attention to detail, the style of writing used all combine to form a picture of you as a person.
Understanding is also highly correlated with good writing.
The basics of writing good English For even the best writers, writing is a demanding exercise and is much more difficult than oral communication. But there are some basic elements common to all writing and they ll be discussed in detail elsewhere in the booklet, so only a brief description is given here. Plan what you want to say before writing. This means that you should understand what is being asked of you, and write down an outline that accurately reflects this. Nearly always, you will use an introduction and conclusion.