Question

Please settle an argument between myself and MS Word.
Here is the sentence that MSW says is not correct...

Each of our employees have been selected for their history of integrity, honesty, and competence.

I won't say what MSW wants to change. I'd like a few opinions, first. Thanks!

Answer 1

It looks fine to me. But it could be the "have". Try changing it to "has".

Answer 2

That is what MSW wants me to do, but since "employees" is plural, I don't think it sounds right with "has."

It might be the word "each" that is the problem. Maybe I should just start with "Our employees..."
???

Answer 3

What are you trying to write?

Answer 4

You can do that.. "start with 'Our employees...'."

Answer 5

It is a business proposal, for a friend's new business. I am trying to make it sound a bit more professional.
Do you like either of these sentences?
We select employees with a history of integrity, honesty, and competence.
Our employees have a proven history of integrity, honesty, and competence.

Answer 6

Well, since it's a new business, the first sentence sounds better, but the second sentence just sounds better.

Answer 7

When I read it out loud, I say "has" instead of "have."

Using the word "each" implies singularity amongst a mass. Although "employees" is plural, if you use a word like "each" you should definitely treat it as a singular, i.e., has.

Answer 8

on your second prompt--

Choose "We select employees with a history of integrity, honesty, and competence."

You need to avoid using passive voice wherever possible in writing

Answer 9

Thank you both for you help! I will use "We select employees with a history of integrity, honesty, and competence."
@saguanau... I'm sorry. I thought I could give you both best answer. :(

Answer 10

nbd man =) gl

Answer 11

:)