TestimonialsNearly all of our students send e-mails after they finish our courses telling us how much they enjoyed them and how much they learned. To illustrate the reactions students have to our courses, we present below the comments we received from four graduates on one day recently. These are typical comments:
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Dear Dr. Hogan and Ms. Griffin, I have learned a great deal and been able to benefit from using it at work. My supervisor is very pleased with my e-mails. Thanks for all your help and support. Keep up the good work. Virginia |
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Dear Dr. Hogan, WONDERFUL! I have really learned a lot taking the course. It was a real challenge for me because I do this same thing all day at work and it's hard to make yourself do it when you come home. Last week my boss was asked for comments to an interview type situation that was going to be published in a newsletter. I delegated the work out to a person who is responsible for handling this particular program. My boss was not happy with his responses to the interview questions and just gave a couple of clues to what he was really wanting to stress in the response. I got a second person's responses (who also works with the program daily) and had a media person (speech writer type person) edit them. I didn't particularily like them, so II took the Media person's version and did my own edit. I submitted the three versions to him: the media person's, mine, and the technician's - and guess which one he picked to be published - MINE! Thank you so much for your guidance. Connie |
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Hello Dr. Hogan, Thanks for all your comments and corrections during the course of this program. Indeed, I noticed a great improvement in my business writing skills and I believe it will help me a great deal in future endeavors. I'm very happy to have graduated considering the work pressure I had in my office. I thank you and your team for the excellent program. I'll definitely recommend it to others.
Adonye |
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Dear Debra, At first I didn't think I would learn much, but I stand corrected. Thanks. Darron |
Below are more of the many e-mails we have received about our courses from other graduates:
to a prospective Business Writing Center student
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Dear Jill: I have just completed Dr Hogan's course and yes it was worthwhile and, in my opinion, value for money. Before taking the course, I had a look at a couple on offer in this country and went so far as to buy one of them, but the presentation, support, and so on were definitely not value for money. The trap is not to try to correct the American spelling. You will find that Dr Hogan is very understanding and patient and is interested in our use of language. As for support, it was good. The marked assignments give commentary on everything you correct plus whatever you miss. Where you make mistakes, you are told not only what should be there, but also why you were wrong. Questions about the assignments and reading were quickly answered by email and I got the impression that no matter how silly the question might be, there was a friendly, supportive attitude and an interest in clearing up any problems. I intend to use the skills I have learned. I work in a law firm at present but intend to start doing some freelance work now and build up to the stage where I can take it up full time. I am also thinking about taking the editing course that Dr Hogan runs. I have had a look at the syllabus and it looks better than those on offer in the UK. If you do decide to do the course I hope you enjoy it as much as I did. Please feel free to contact me again. Best wishes and the very best of luck Stephen Clissold
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Dear Dr. Hogan, Thank you! I enjoyed the class and it was a challenge. One of my employees took your proofreading class and said that course was also very good. We are so impressed that all future employees working in my department as proofreaders will take the course. In fact, you should be receiving payment for my latest hire, ____________. Thanks again,
Vicky de los Reyes |
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Dr Hogan,
I have benefited greatly from your coaching. I felt the courses allowed me to have this type of flexibility without compromising my learning. This along with your ability to spot my weaknesses and direct me to the best areas to optimize my development encouraged me to gain as much benefit as possible from your guidance. I will certainly be back for more tuition. After each session of your course I completed, my confidence grew. I now find my self not worrying so much about my writing ability. In fact, I find my self consciously correcting other managers' grammar. Managers whom I once thought were fantastic writers. In addition, working with you has given me the confidence to begin to tackle my goal of many years - to complete an MBA. I am in the process of doing an honors degree management course at the moment (1 year), this is the start. Again, I am seeing benefits in my report writing. The tutor has commented favorably on the format, structure and succinctness of my reports - all down to your helping me. Any way, without doubt, I will be re-enrolling at some point to work through the reports that I will be writing this year - as soon as I come up for air. Jim
James Bunyan |
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Dear Business Writing Center, Wow, what an informative set of lessons. Definitely a lot to remember, so I have post-it notes to mark the pages, so I can go back to them. I also marked the same rules in the Chicago Manual of Style. I didn't remember there being so many rules for Subject/Verb agreement, or I was never taught all the rules. However, I did well on the assignments. Have a great day!
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Hi Ryen,
I think that my copy was much more moving. I could imagine what it meant, picture the words. It wasn't bland or dry. When I went to write this copy, I thought--why not use a metaphor? Why not integrate what you do for creative writing into business writing? And it worked. I am proud of this copy and feel that it means more, not just says more. Thanks for pushing me. Sharon |
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Dr. Hogan,
My group references things they learned in your class frequently. We all truly benefited from the instruction! Thank you.
Patti Woods |
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Hello, I want to thank you for your comments regarding my performance on Diagnostic 2; they were very encouraging. As I'm sure you've heard many times, proofreading is far more challenging than I ever imagined! Nevertheless, this course has been a very rewarding endeavor and has certainly made me realize how much I DON'T know! Needless to say, I have a much greater appreciation for the detailed work involved in reviewing written material and how important it is to "get it right"! Kathy |
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Hello again, Wow, this is exactly the instruction I've been looking for. I had to look up the definition of "stilted." I thought that style was necessary for the business environment. I am an easygoing, natural-speaking kind of person. When I need to write, I go into formal overdrive. I will redo the letter and send it soon. Thank you. Christine |
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Hi Dr. Hogan,
I just wanted to share the good news that I just got a great freelance job helping a professional resume writer prepare resumes! I am very excited and eager to take my writing skills to the next level. Thank you for all of your help during our writing lessons. Not only have they improved my writing, but they have also improved my confidence in my writing skills. Thank you. Sharon |
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I have listed the address below for you to send the certificate. I appreciate all of your help, and have learned a lot from your course. I feel more confident in my writing and I attribute that to your patience and the way the class is designed. Thanks for all of your help and encouragement.
Thanks, Douglas Grimwood |
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Thank you! Thank you again.. Great course.. I plan on taking others soon. Jeannette |
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I want to thank you for working with me. Both our senior editor and my supervisor have commented that my writing has improved. Thank you very much for your patience and instruction.
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Thank you so much for providing this class. Looking back to the beginning
exercises, I can see that I have learned much from the course. I understand
your concerns about the usage problems I have, and appreciate your bringing
them to my attention. I will prompt my manager about taking the Basic
Writing Skills Tutorial course. I have also recommended that a few of my
colleagues take this course. Glen |
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Thanks so much for your helpful comments! I enjoyed the class!
Sincerely, |
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Thank you again for all your help and patience. I will definitely recommend
the Business Writing Center to my colleagues.
Regards, |
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Greetings! I am attaching the completed test for the final class. Thank you for all your patience, support, and instruction throughout the period. I have learned so much, and I'm so grateful I signed up to take the course. My appreciation! Dianne |
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Thank you for your excellent teaching. I have learned how to write
concisely and clearly. Nhutrang |
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Thank you for your comments on my last assignment, and for your help
throughout the course. I really enjoyed the class and have learned a lot. Stacy |
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The test was easier than I thought. I have to say, it really had me worried. Dr. Hogan, I just wanted to thank you. I enjoyed taking your class.
Thanks again, |
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I am very pleased to have graduated from the course. I found it to be very
helpful. I am much more conscious of my business communications! Thank you again. Melissa |
| Your reviews have been extremely helpful in highlighting the areas where I need improvement. I was having trouble getting people to respond but with the format you taught me I'm getting much better responses from our people. In fact, they're starting to imitate the format themselves when they send me memos. That makes me feel pretty good! |
| I am enjoying your class very much. Thank you for an exceptionally well-organized and thoughtful course. |
| My feeling of appreciation for your life-saving responses and correction is beyond my language ability to express. I found new hope for why I should continue with my present profession. |
| Knowing a little better where my weaknesses are is helping me to learn how to correct myself, with your help. |
| I read through your comments, and agree with all of them. Most were eye-openers. Thanks. |
| I used your 'framework' to write the letter. It has been quite helpful. |
| Looking at a press release we had someone write a couple of months ago, with 20/20 hindsight, I'm incredulous that a) I paid for the release to be written, b) I accepted it nearly as it was, and c) now I've cut 25% of the words and strengthened the content. Magic. I'm excited to see how much further we can go with it. |
| I would also like to highly recommend your course to anyone considering a writing career or enhancing their writing skills. Please feel free to use this note as a recommendation from a very satisfied (and very well prepared) graduate of your course. Thank you again! |
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Dr. Hogan, And I need to thank you. I heard from Aaron (CEO) and Drew (COO) today. They like the first draft of my annual report very much. Aaron made a point of saying your course has really helped my business writing a lot. It's a great relief to know my writing's getting better--in a business sense. I'm looking forward to starting the second course once this report settles down.
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Ms. Griffin,
I had done a course locally and found it very confusing, so am enjoying your one and getting a heck of a lot of benefit from it. Kind Regards |
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Dr Hogan,
Thanks for the certificate. I really enjoyed the course. This was the best $295 I ever spent.
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Dear Dr. Hogan and Ms. Griffin,
I have started using what I've learned and it has been very helpful at work. I've been enjoying the Business Writing Course very much. Thank you. Virginia |
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Hi, My team worked with your organization several years ago. I was pleased with the results. Now I would like you to evaluate the writing of three people. Following your evaluation please email me your course recommendations. Terri |
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Hello again, I wanted to thank you for your help. The course was excellent and it helped me a lot. I can see and feel the changes in my writing. Now, I pay attention to a lot of things that I used to take for granted. Thank you again for this great course and I would recommended it to all my friends and family. Abbas |
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Hello Dr. Hogan, I owe you a big thank you. The company that had me doing contract work made me their copywriter. I am so excited. I have been learning so much. But not only that, I am writing Web site content for my boss's new company. He gave me free creative power on the content, it's amazing, I love it. Margeurite |
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Dear Dr. Hogan, I found the material very helpful. I would definitely recommend the course to anyone who wanted to brush up on their writing skills. I believe that this is the way to go. Online, at your own pace, with assistance at your fingertips.
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Hello Julie, The business writing course was my first online course. I enjoyed it. I found everything I needed online. I was able to get my questions answered quickly and that was nice. The lessons went over everything I was interested in learning. I would take another writing class or even recommend to co-workers.
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Hello Craig, I felt the courses were very helpful to me. The owners here noticed a positive change in my emails, memos and letters since the courses. Thank you, |
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[Underlining was the student's] I learned a lot in this course. I refer to your lessons on a daily basis at work. Scott |
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Hi Julie, Thank you very much for all your helpful advice. I am almost ready to submit the 6th diagnostic test, and I'd like to ask your advice about further study. I have enjoyed taking this course, and I'd like to continue studying in this field.
Sincerely, |
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Hi Dr. Hogan,
My boss told me that it was the best money he has spent. This class had helped me to: I can write much better that I used to.
Regards, |
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Dr. Hogan, The course was very good and informative, and I have recommended two of my colleagues to take the course. I think it would be great if you sent each student a PDF file containing all of the training information provided via the web to serve as a quick reference guide for the students to continue good writing practices.
Best, |
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Thank you for your comments. I feel I learned a lot from the course.
It has provided me, most importantly, with the proper mindset and
tools to improve my work and will help me to edit the work of others.
I would recommend this course to anyone wishing to improve their
writing and editing skills and have actually done so already.
Best wishes, Jon Lewis, Grant Writer |
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Thank you and it was fun working with everyone in your organization! Lisa Barletta |
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Hello I greatly appreciate your assistance in completing this course. I found it to be very helpful. Alan J. Py |
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Hello Dr. Hogan, Thank you for the feedback on the assignements. My writing style has changed. My boss is much happier with the new writing samples I have been delivering to him. I have recommended your website to several people, as I have found this process very helpful.
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Thank you! I enjoyed the course and found it very helpful. I took a proofreading test for a job interview recently, and they told me I got the highest score of any of the applicants. I'm sure this course contributed to that result. Charlotte Easterling |
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Dr. Hogan, This course was excellent. I believe it was a very broad and thorough coverage of software documentation. The certificate will certainly mean something to me because of all of the work I put in to obtain it. In any case, thanks again for the course and your feedback. Marty Steine |
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Dear Dr. Hogan and Julie: Thank you so much for sending me the certificate on the course. I learned so much for writing and I think I improved a lot. In fact, I am finding some mistakes in writing of my boss who is a native English speaker. I may get back to the another course in the future. Thank you again, for your kind guidance.
Masa |
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Hi Dr. Hogan and Julie Elander, Thank you for you assistance with helping me improve my writing skills, it's a wonderful program. I will recommend this course to my co-workers.
Thank you, |
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Dear Julie, Thank you so much for everything. This was an excellent course with lots of feedback and support. I enjoy being critiqued; it is the only way to truly look at ourselves and improve. Rupal |
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Thank you so much! I found the entire course extremely helpful. Most importantly, my particular issues were addressed by the last three lessons and the final exam. Your instruction on business writing was clear, understandable, and made it easy for me to apply the changes to my writing style. These minutes were SO much easier for me to organize and write. Not only will they be more accessable to those who read them, but I will have an easier time writing them. THANK YOU!
Nicole |
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[Comment from a supervisor about the employee who wrote the previous e-mail.] I currently have four employees enrolled in your minute-writing program. You should know that Nicole was very pleased with the program. The whole thing took her about 12 hours and she feels that she has greatly improved her written work. Here is what she had to say to her managers: "Just wanted to let you know I finished the course. Hurrah! This has already made a huge difference in my writing – less verbiage, most importantly. And now I feel I am better equipped to sit down with Roy and discuss exactly what he wants to see in our meeting minutes going forward. Thank you both so much for setting this up."
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I’ve enjoyed the class and completing the lessons, and everything I’ve learned has helped me on the job. Thank you for your excellent program and a flexible schedule that’s allowed me to work on my time.
Trenton Tubbs |