Columnist | Effective Writing

Stephen Wilbers teaches seminars in effective business writing. His column appears online every other Monday.


After 26 years and 1,000 columns, columnist begins a new chapter

Although I will continue teaching and writing, I've decided to make this, my 1,000th column, my last.


The columnist who wouldn't go away is really (finally?) leaving


Recognizing the awesome power of language


Choose your words with decision and write with concision

We're surrounded by sloppy language and careless word choice. And if we don't watch out, we risk developing bad habits.


Wilbers: Quote marks aren't always easy, but don't quote me on this


Take time for what really matters – like connecting


Effective Writing: If you want to connect with people, write with heart

I was moved by Jon Tevlin's June 15 column about Joe Minjares, owner of Pepitos Restaurant in south Minneapolis. Minjares is struggling with the effects of pulmonary fibrosis.


Wilbers: When linguists get competitive, English majors wield scalpels


Beware of the grammar suggestions from AI


Effective Writing: When things get complicated, take it step by step

If you are like many people, you love to have written more than you love to write. The hard part is getting there.