Question

why do employers value strong writing skills?
it allows for better teamwork
it makes meetings shorter
it avoids using computers
it helps you communicate ideas effectively

what is one result of poor writing in the workplace?
misunderstandings and confusion
building stronger relationships
getting a promotion
receiving awards

Explanation:

对于第一个问题，写作技能的核心作用是有效沟通想法。团队合作（teamwork）更多依赖协作能力等；写作与会议长短（meetings shorter）无直接必然联系；现代工作中写作也无法避免使用计算机（computers）。
对于第二个问题，工作场所写作不佳会导致误解和困惑（Misunderstandings and confusion）。而建立更强关系（Building stronger relationships）、获得晋升（Getting a promotion）、获得奖励（Receiving awards）通常不是写作不佳的结果，反而是良好沟通（包括写作）等可能带来的。

Answer:

1. It helps you communicate ideas effectively.
2. Misunderstandings and confusion.