The pen is mightier than the sword they say. And while the writing implement of choice in the 21st century is the keyboard, we like to think this still rings true.
Our blog is designed to empower you with advice on how best to harness language to drive your business forward. We share observations from our day-to-day work writing and editing, as well as helpful “How-to’s” and other specific guidance. And if we have something to shout about here at On Point, then this blog is our metaphorical rooftop from which we shall do it.
If you ever have a writing question you’d like answered, or a topic you would like covered, please let us know and we will add it to our content calendar.
When to use mixed metaphors
In school we were all taught what a metaphor is. And whether we still remember exactly what they are, all of us will use metaphors…
What is a non-sequitur?
How to spot a non-sequitur Non-sequitur translates from Latin to mean “it does not follow.” So a non-sequitur is when a statement is invalidated or does not make…
Swear words!
A study reported on this week revealed some interesting insights into swearing. First up, and unless your name is Ned Flanders, you probably already know…