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The difference between

Executive Summary & Introduction

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Hi, I’m Ivanwww.Klariti.com

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Introduction v

executive summary

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The Executive Summary ‘sells’ the main document

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3 goals

Be interestingBe logical

Build trust & credibil i ty

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When do I need it?

Business planAcademic, studies

Grant proposals

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Write the executive summary AFTER the main document

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writ ing t ips

Don’t copy introductionSummarize key points

Make sales pitches

Generate enthusiasmMirror main document

Be interesting

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Use the executive summary to establish authority

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bridge the executive summary to the introduction

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More writ ing t ips

Avoid jargon, cl ichésNo emotional language

Consider your readers

1 idea per paragraphStand over everything

Use sub-headings

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Where does it go?

Before IntroductionAfter table of contents

Bridge both chapters

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Don’t forget – Your executive summary is for decision-makers

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the executive summary

goes from big to small

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the Introductiongoes from

small to big

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Write the executive summary so it can be read independently of the main document.

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How long?

Can I make a decision?1-2 pages but..

Or 5-10% of document

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Business writing tactics

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1. Short sentences2. Link ideas3. Build interest4. Be inclusive5. Watch the tone

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Paragraph structure

One idea per paragraphShort paragraphs

Make it scannable

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No one reads the business proposal

if the executive summary sucks

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Takeaways

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1. Write several drafts2. Be interesting3. Make connections4. Revise in waves5. Work to the finish line

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