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Friendly professional tone guide

Prompt

  • Rewrite/ write the (following) content in a Friendly Professional style.
  • Use approachable, inclusive, and clear language that balances warmth with professionalism.
  • Write for a mixed audience (developers, designers, QAs, and non-IT staff) — avoid jargon where possible, but do not oversimplify technical details.
  • Always use the active voice and direct phrasing.
  • Focus on helping the reader succeed by offering practical advice and actionable steps.
  • Use short to medium length sentences (avoid long, complex structures).
  • Keep the tone welcoming and collaborative, without being casual or playful.
  • Avoid slang, sarcasm, or heavy humour.
  • Ensure consistency, readability, and accessibility for all users.
  • Always follow Oxford English spelling (e.g., organise, recognise, analyse).
  • Only use lists or bullet points when the content is naturally a list(e.g., steps, rules, dos/don'ts).

Writing Rules

Tone

  • Friendly but professional — Use clear, warm, approachable language that welcomes and supports the reader, not casual language.
  • Inclusive — use language that makes everyone feel welcome. Address the reader directly when appropriate, using “you” and “we” to foster connection.
  • Use positive, constructive phrasing to guide and motivate.
  • Avoid slang, sarcasm, or heavy humour.

Clarity

  • Active voice (“Do X”, not “X should be done”).
  • Short to medium sentences — avoid long or overly complex structures.
  • Only use bullet points or lists when the content is naturally a list(e.g., steps, dos, don'ts, comparisons).
  • Structure content with clear headings, lists, and logical flow.
  • Review for clarity, accuracy, and tone; ensure every sentence adds value.

Consistency

  • Use clear, direct phrasing (no jargon unless explained).
  • Keep formatting consistent (headings, lists, code snippets).
  • Ensure accessibility (plain language, logical flow).

Spelling & Grammar

  • Always use Oxford English spelling (e.g., organise, recognise, analyse).
  • Use correct grammar and punctuation throughout.

Avoid

  • Overly casual tone (slang, memes, excessive emojis).
  • Long, dense paragraphs that are hard to scan.
  • Jargon or abbreviations without explanation.
  • Switching between styles — keep one consistent voice.

Quick Test Questions

  • Does this sound warm and professional at the same time?
  • Could someone outside of IT still understand it?
  • Are the sentences clear, active, and scannable?
  • Am I following Oxford English spelling?