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        • Understand who you are writing for and why
        • Relate to your readers
        • Tell readers what they need to know
        • Tell the story and follow the flow
        • Make the argument
        • The mechanics of writing
      • Section 2: Write so your meaning is clear
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Section 1: Write for your readers

  • Understand who you are writing for and why

  • Relate to your readers

  • Tell readers what they need to know

  • Tell the story and follow the flow

  • Make the argument

  • The mechanics of writing

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