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The Word Business

Writing better at work and in life ...
Because words still matter

Decluttering Your Work-From-Home Life

Our digital worlds got much more complicated this year.
But that doesn't mean you can't fight back.
(Via nytimes.com)

Are You Making These Common Grammar Mistakes?

Proper grammar can still earn you points — with bosses, colleagues and clients.
Follow these 75 grammar rules to save yourself some embarrassment.
(Via writersdigest.com)

We Really Need These New Emojis

New emojis are coming in 2021. Although we prefer to avoid using them,
we are a little excited about some of these.
(Via entrepreneur.com)

The Scrambled World of Competitive Scrabble

The famous tiles game faced multiple crises in 2020.
Sports Illustrated explains how a recession, a racial reckoning and #MeToo
changed everything.
(Via si.com)

A Museum of Words and Language? Yes, Please.

A philanthropist/former teacher has opened Planet Word in downtown Washington, D.C.
“People need some joy in their lives, to have a break, to see something new,” she says.
(Via w ashingtonpost.com)

As a longtime contributor to Isthmus in Madison, Wis., I made my debut in its popular "Word of Mouth" newsletter this week.
See my pick.

Words from Two Lakes Media Group Clients

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— Jared Fish, Account Manager
AQUA Magazine (Madison, Wis.)

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