Includes index.

1. Punctuation -- 2. Grammar -- 3. Capitalization -- 4. Numbers -- 5. Word Division -- 6. Spelling -- 7. 201 Commonly Misspelled Words -- 8. Commonly Confused Words -- 9. Abbreviation -- 10. Letters, Memos, and Postal Cards -- 11. Reports, Minutes, and Itineraries -- 12. Postal and Other Mail Services -- 13. Telecommunications -- 14. Records Management -- 15. Proof Reading and Editing -- 16. Word Processing -- 17. Forms of Address -- 18. Charts and Tables.

Working in a modern office today offers excitement, stim. ulation, and diverse challenges. You must be prepared to meet these challenges by staying abreast of the most current methods and practices. Just as technology and business are meeting the demands of a changing society, so must you. The secretary of today is a vital, vibrant, and essential part of a team--a team that can be a positive force contributing to the effectiveness of any organization.
The career opportunities available to today's secretary are wide and varied. Regardless of your career goals, meet each task with enthusiasm, putting forth your best effort. Set your goals, learn all you can, and each day will bring you one step closer to attaining personal and professional fulfillment.