Let me preface my remarks by admitting that I am, by both
profession and temperament, a grammarian. Perhaps to the
annoyance of some, I have gone so far as to suggest that the
management of a supermarket change the sign over the express
line from “10 items or less,” to “10 items or fewer.” I am
sensitive to the nuances of the language, sometimes to my own
detriment, as hearing a friend say “I feel badly,” sounds like
the proverbial nails on a chalkboard to me. Having admitted
that, I can go forth to explain why excellent writing skills can
contribute to success in school, in business, and in life.
According to guidelines from Marquette University, “Writing is
the primary basis upon which your work, your learning, and your
intellect will be judged—in college, in the workplace, and in
the community.” Marquette credits both Brown University and the
University of Missouri when providing specifics. I agree with
each of the points listed below: - Writing expresses who you are
as a person. - Writing is portable and