As a longtime copy editor and certified word nerd, nothing drives me crazier than seeing words misused. Whether it’s people ...

A new acronym was complete; "4H MEDIC ANNA" was born. If you've been in the emergency response business for a while you will hear of the tried and true acronyms. You know, the mnemonic devices that ...

Sometimes we have a lot to say, but little time to say it. That’s where acronyms come in and help speed things up. What exactly is an acronym? It’s a word comprised of the first initials of the other ...

Mnemonics and acronyms are well known as triggers for creativity, innovation and increased focus on working smarter not harder. One of the best known acronyms is Keep It Simple Stupid (KISS).

Simply sign up to the Work & Careers myFT Digest -- delivered directly to your inbox. This week I went to Germany where I discovered they have a word for being excessively fond of abbreviations. The ...