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The Head's Perspective

 Scholarship - Diversity - Citizenship                                                

A weekly blog from the Head of School, Rob Lake, on emerging trends, academic research, important educational topics and daily musings. 

                                                                                                        

 

The Importance of Writing

I have always loved the craft of writing. It is a uniquely personal and subjective endeavor. The question of what makes a good writer has been the source of good conversation and healthy arguments since time immemorial. 

As an English major of Williams, I earned my first job in NYC working as an account executive at Ogilvy & Mather Advertising. I recently came across an internal memo from David Ogilvy to all of his staff titled: "How to Write." After writing a series of mostly mediocre Super Bowl advertizements rehashing tired comedic themes, I thought this memo was particularly apropos. 10 Tips on Writing from David Ogilvy

Category:  Writing
Posted by Ms. Samantha A Smith on Thursday March, 15, 2012 at 04:29PM

2 Comments:

You're right about the writing! And excellent primer from D.O. Thank you for sharing! Your blog looks great and I look forward to reading more. 

from Mrs. Laura Novak on 03/15/12 at 06:04PM

Thanks, Rob. Ogilvy's books on adverising are the best. BTW, I ran across a good quote today from Harlan Coben, who has sold 50 million copies of his books in 41 languages, but still admits to insecurity about his writing: "Only bad writers think they're good." Amen, brother.

from Mr. Russ Mitchell on 03/16/12 at 10:48AM

 

Robert A. Lake
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