Before taking the writing series offered by Hurley Write, Inc., I always struggled with giving directions or action items in writing. Now I understand better how to help my readers complete tasks.
-- CRA, Purdue Pharma, LP

Rather than using "as follows," use a colon. The colon tells readers that what follows the colon is "as follows." Example: "Three types of mirrors were tested: concave, convex, and silvered."

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Hurley Write, Inc., specializes in developing writing training modules for biotechnology, Pharma, and life sciences' firms. We also provide training for government agencies, computer firms, and other organizations involved in writing.

Our focus is simple: rather than focusing on outdated writing myths or grammar, we customize our writing classes to provide your staff with tools they need to communicate scientific, technical, or medical information precisely and concisely.

Because we understand the kinds of documents written in contract and clinical research, Pharma, drug, life sciences, and biotechnology firms, we know the multiple and often complex writing tasks your staff faces, and we ensure that our writing classes address those needs.

Our writing series begins with "cornerstone" modules, general courses that introduce concepts of audience, purpose, critical thinking, and organization. We build upon these with more specialized modules that focus on the specialized documents your staff writes.

Of course, because we understand that good writing takes time and doesn't come easily to many people, we also provide individual coaching and lots of written feedback that asks writers to focus on the choices they have when writing, thereby encouraging critical thinking and good decision-making. Finally, our classes are taught by professionals with experience in the field, ensuring you of the best quality modules that meet your needs.

Pamela E. Hurley, PhD, president of Hurley Write, Inc., earned her doctorate in Technical Communication from the University of South Carolina. Since 1995, Pam has worked as a writing consultant in industry, designing and teaching customized writing courses for various businesses and government agencies. She has also edited and written user manuals and done medical writing. In addition to her consulting business, she teaches scientific writing at Duke University and is and "online writing lab" for students at The George Washington University; she is also a PERI faculty member. Pam has received numerous teaching awards and has published various journals.

Pam Hurley, PhD, founder and president of Hurley Write, Inc., has taught scientific and technical writing in both academic and industrial settings since 1988. She also does writing and editing work for a number and variety of private companies. A published author, Pam’s articles have appeared in The Monitor, Biotechnology Focus, and The Federal Manager. In addition to running her business, she teaches scientific writing at Duke University, technical writing at The University of North Carolina at Wilmington, and is an online “writing lab” for students at The George Washington University. Pam has recently developed writing-intensive six week classes in technical and scientific writing that are delivered online.

For more information, visit her website at www.hurleywrite.com, email her at pam@hurleywrite.com or call toll free: 877-24-WRITE (877-249-7483).