I suggest the “writing spectrum” could be described more effectively, by using a radar or polar chart.<\/p>\n

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By using two or more axes, we can then start to differentiate between the different skills needed for a number of writing roles. For example, we could create a diagram of skills needed to create (a) persuasive, “selling”, marketing-type documents (b) educational, “telling”, technical-type documents (c) creative writing and (d) general business communication:<\/p>\n

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If we assess people’s writing skills against the same criterion, it’s likely we can get an idea as to which profession would best match their abilities.<\/p>\n