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Testimonials from Clients and Readers

On Laura Brown’s Writing Training

  • “At McKinsey digital learning, Laura quickly became our go-to person for writing and editing expertise. Laura designed and delivered a terrific workshop on editing your own writing, helping our content developers create concise, clear, and impactful content. She developed a writing style sheet for McKinsey Academy, coached colleagues in writing, and managed our freelance copyeditors. Laura is an expert and engaging writing trainer and coach, and any team would be lucky to work with her.”

    — Jennifer Kruper, Learning and Development Leader

  • “I have been a huge fan of Laura's since reading her books on improving our writing. I did a cold call outreach to her about conducting an online webinar for local government communications across the US. She warmly accepted! She tailored her presentation exactly to our audience, many of whom are also strong writers. looking for ways to be even better. Not only was the webinar amazing, Laura was the nicest and most sincere person to work with. If you have the picture in your mind of a grammar teacher with a ruler in hand - you're way off base! Laura explains tips on writing in respectful, memorable and helpful ways more reminiscent of a personal tutor. Our members gave her webinar great reviews and loved the tip sheet she left with each attendee.”

    — Michelle Bono, CEO, 3CMA

  • “I had the good fortune to work with Laura in July and August of 2020. What an incredible coach. Laura has the rare ability to truly meet her clients where they are in terms of their skill level. She helped me zero in the writing issues that needed the most work in a skillful and relatable way (no grammar lectures!). I noticed an immediate improvement in my writing. Laura has enabled me to evolve as a professional.”

    — Andrea Donohue, The Ford Foundation

  • “At Schmidt Futures, we retained Laura to provide writing coaching and training for a cohort of young associates, and the results were outstanding. After working with Laura, my colleagues were able to communicate with greater clarity and confidence and tailor their messages to their audience. And the learning stuck! We got rave reviews from the folks she trained. I believe working with Laura will make anyone a better writer.”

    — Jared Crooks, Strategy and Operations Leader

  • "If youʼre looking for a writing coach, you need look no further than Laura Brown."

    — Dennis Green, Director, School of Continuing Education, Columbia University 

  • “I worked with Laura as a business writing coach to help improve my writing skills. Laura was extremely helpful; she quickly identified the areas where I needed assistance, prepared customized materials, and patiently worked on the concepts with me. This resulted in a marked improvement in my output and confidence when writing. I would thoroughly recommend her to anyone considering investing in this area.”

    — Richard Murby, Director of Business Development, Devpost

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On Laura Brown’s Books

  • “​Imagine . . . a world where every communication was clear, specific and thoughtful. In this world, not only would every individual, team and organization be more efficient, it would even be more pleasant to go to work! We can make that world a reality: all it will take is for everyone to follow the powerful advice that Laura has pulled together in this practical and concise guide.”

    — Alan Iny, co-author of Thinking in New Boxes

  • “At the Forbes School of Business, every day, we teach the importance of effective communication as one of the keys to success in business. Laura’s book provides any student, manager, CEO or board member the tools to write successfully.  I am confident business schools around the world will soon be adopting The Only Business Writing Book You’ll Ever Need in their programs.”

    — Robert C. Daugherty, Executive Dean, Forbes School of Business and Technology

  • “The book is practical, easy to follow, and up-to-date with today’s business world. Whether you need help with writing e-mails, getting your writing done faster, persuading your audience, overcoming writer’s block, or other business writing challenge, you’ll find solid guidance in this book, delivered in a friendly and supportive style.”

    — Anita Gupta, Global Head of Communications, Deutsche Post DHL

  • “I have shepherded hundreds of business books into print, but just when I thought I knew it all, along comes Laura Brown to teach an old dog some new tricks. If you're writing anything, from an internal memo to a New York Times bestseller, keep The Only Business Writing Book You'll Ever Need next to your laptop. Your readers will thank you.”

    — Michael Snell, President and CEO, The Michael Snell Literary Agency

  • “Don't be fooled by its length--this short book is loaded with lots of practical advice that you can implement right away when you're writing at work.  Whether you read it cover-to-cover or reach for it only when you need it, The Only Business Writing Book You'll Ever Need will make you a more effective communicator and save you time on all your writing tasks."

    — Murray Low, Professor, Columbia Business School

  • “The title says it all—if you need help with business writing, this is the only book you’ll need. The book presents seven easy steps you can apply to write anything you need to write at work. It also offers guidance on effective emails, strong presentations, writing for mobile apps, effective communication for global and remote teams, and dozens of other helpful topics. If you’re looking for help with writing at work, look no further!”

    — Paul Urbanek, Senior Vice President, The Wolford Group, Morgan Stanley

  • “Communicating through writing has become lost art in business. Everything is now a rushed email or text message. I know because I have become this kind of writer too. Laura Brown gives us 7 steps to help become more instantly more effective including: How to make a clear ask, write for the reader, start strong and specific. She also gives examples for effective email, thank you notes, apologies. performance reviews, and termination letters. This is a resource business owners should not be without!”

    — Barry Moltz, Host of the Small Business Radio Show

  • “The alchemy of transforming big business ideas and technical information into elegant and practical prose requires a fine mix of artistry and craftsmanship. Laura Brown has been working this editorial magic in high-level business writing for years—including my projects--and I am happy to report that her new book lives up to its title.  All other guides to the critical skill of business writing may now be obsolete.”

    — Ming-Jer Chen, Fellow and Former President, Academy of Management

  • “Have you ever wondered why we require a five-paragraph essay in high school or spend such so much time writing long research papers in college but often bypass teaching how to write work memos and effective emails, or how to promote yourself using 21st century tools? If you’re like me and have pondered why more practical and career-relevant coursework is not enough of a focus of higher education (especially for the adult learner!), you will truly enjoy Laura Brown’s The Only Business Writing Book You'll Ever Need. Laura shares practical, relevant, clear, and concise strategies that are applicable and meaningful to students and working professionals.”

    — Andrew Shean, Chief Academic Officer, National University System Online

  • “This one-stop handbook on business writing is the only one you will ever need. It covers everything you need to learn and do in a simple and practical manner. And it is fun to read!”

    — Bernd Schmitt, Professor, Columbia Business School

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