Purging Empty Words

The fifth and final step to being more concise is purging empty words. Basically all this is, is removing all the empty words that have no meaning in the sentence. Doing this will make your sentences more concise and to the point. Here is an example of a sentence that can be changed to be concise by getting rid of the empty words.

• Because of the degree of active participation by our sales reps, profits soared.
• Because of active participation by our sales reps, profits soared.

By removing the words; the degree of, we can make this sentence better. Also avoid stating the obvious and pay close attention to clauses because they can usually be shortened without losing clarity. 


Reference: 

M.Guffey, K.Rhodes, P.Rogin. Business communication process and product. pg.180