A few years ago, I was invited to give a few technical writing lectures at The University of Tokyo. Now, I am happy to share these notes and tips with you in case they help you achieve your writing goals. Many thanks to the writing centers that allowed me to share their sage advice with you in this forum.
Sunday, January 6, 2019
Show them the money
One of the hardest things from my Japanese clients to understand is that American people want to hear a hopeful story. It's okay to talk about Japan lagging behind in this area or that area when trying to convince your company to sponsor your MBA or when applying for a Fulbright scholarship or a similar grant. However, when writing for or speaking with admissions officers, tell them a story about the opportunity that you hope to capture.
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