May 1: Using Grammar for Clarity – Elevate your writing skills to create impactful documentation for successful business outcomes.
- Slides: https://publiccontractinginstitute.com/wp-content/uploads/Session-1-Crafting-Communication-Clarity-handout.pdf
- Recording: https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/8153391531267507291
May 8: Understanding your Audience by Using the Language of the Profession – Appreciate the nuances of word choice, grammar, and persuasive techniques. The art and style of addressing a variety of audiences will be presented and reviewed.
- Handbook: https://publiccontractinginstitute.com/wp-content/uploads/Crafting-Contract-Certainty-HANDBOOK-excerpt-dft.pdf
- Slides: https://publiccontractinginstitute.com/wp-content/uploads/Session-2-Crafting-Communication-Clarity-handout.pdf
- Recording: https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/4923592617433134168
May 15: Persuading the Unconvinced – Using the tools of persuasion to negotiate, obtain approvals, and address audit findings. Gain the confidence to navigate complex negotiations with persuasion.
- Slides: https://publiccontractinginstitute.com/wp-content/uploads/Session-3-Crafting-Communication-Clarity-Handout.pdf
- Handout: https://publiccontractinginstitute.com/wp-content/uploads/GAO-Yukon-Fire-Protection.pdf
- Recording: https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/6819425541741748566
May 22: Preserving the Record – Create file documentation that is contemporaneous, correct, and complete. Improve your professional writing skills and stand out in the competitive world of clear and persuasive government contract documentation.
- Slides: https://publiccontractinginstitute.com/wp-content/uploads/Session-4-Crafting-Communication-Clarity-handout.pdf
- Recording: https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/8698339181267649621
May 29: Presenting Data that is Understandable, Reliable, and Repeatable – While also helping in the areas of persuasion, data must often be gathered and presented in a comprehensible way. Write with confidence and understanding of the facts.
- GAO Writing Example: https://publiccontractinginstitute.com/wp-content/uploads/Apprio-Inc.-GAO-misuse-of-std-deviation.pdf
- Slides: https://publiccontractinginstitute.com/wp-content/uploads/Session-5-Crafting-Communication-Clarity-handout.pdf
- Recording: https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/300944468630377822
June 5: Crafting Contracts for Clarity and Compliance – Draft contracts that meet legal standards and also resonate with insight and clarity to ensure compliance and program success.