The Importance of Table of Contents and Headings In Business Writing - podcast

Writing a clear table of contents for a nonfiction book is critical. Shelia Heen, co-author of “Thanks for the Feedback,” discusses heading and table of contents best practices. She stresses that headings are one of the most important parts of business or self-help books. Headings should be clear and descriptive. Equally essential is the table of contents, which should clearly inform the reader of what lies within the book. A well-written table of contents tells the story of the book.