Writing vs. Speaking

DATE: Monday December 8, 2008

TIME: 12:00 p.m.

PLACE: Home Computer




Writing is a much more difficult task than speaking. When we speak, besides our own voice, we use body language to add to our meaning. In a conversation, we are able to explain ourselves, and by doing so, we insure that the listener is following what we say; we can also provide responses to questions asked if something needs to be clarified.



We don’t have this same advantage when we write simply because we have to be concise and very clear in making our point and for that we only have one chance. When we talk, people don’t always challenge you to give reasons for your statements when making assertions. When talking to people, they don’t always question what you say only because they may not want to put you in a spot.



On the other hand, people that read your writing don’t always agree with you. Therefore, if you want people to understand your writing and communicate with them in an effective manner, you must support your thoughts and ideas with enough details and evidences to prove your point of view.