For the past few months, I've been studying communication, mostly by just listening to podcasts and only observing skilled communicators. One key takeaway, which is really important, is the idea of concision, and it has somewhat influenced how I now construct my English sentences.
Scratch that and let me start over. I should cut out unnecessary words:
For the past few months, I've been studying communication,
mostlybyjustlistening to podcasts andonlyobserving skilled communicators. One key takeaway, which is really important,is the idea of concision, and it hassomewhatinfluenced how I now construct my English sentences.
The first edit is:
For the past few months, I've been studying communication, by listening to podcasts and observing skilled communicators. One key takeaway is the importance of concision, which has influenced how I now construct my English sentences.
They are already much better, but some details can be dropped. Finally, the second edit is:
The first version is detailed, guiding the reader/listener through your journey. It engages by providing context. However, most communication occurs in short interactions, like in a meeting or a quick conversation. In these cases, it’s better to keep it brief and add details only when necessary. The second, more concise version works best in those moments.I've studied communication for months and learned the importance of concision, which now shapes how I write.