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Weekly Writing Tip - Know Your Audience

Elizabeth Sheets
January 27, 2025

Know your audience: Tailor your writing to reviewers and readers who may not be experts in your field - avoid jargon unless it's essential and define key terms.

If you're writing for a multidisciplinary panel, ensure your goals, methods, and outcomes are understandable to those outside your immediate area of expertise. Use plain language to emphasize the broader impacts and importance of your work.