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I’ve been involved with technical communications for over 15 years in various capacities: technical writing, user education, training, documentation management, product management, and mentoring. For many years, I’ve interviewed hundreds of junior to senior technical...

In the past four months, I have had some key learning experiences in my first job as a technical writer. In this article, I share six things I’ve learned, and offer insights into the beginning of my journey as a technical writer.  1. Writing is the tip of the iceberg....

            Your education could be the reason you get hired or promoted. Therefore, when choosing a Technical Communication program, carefully consider the following : What specific skills or software knowledge is required for your...

Statistics show that only 20% of all jobs are advertised. Therefore, 80% are filled through referrals, networking and word of mouth. Conducting informational interviews can help you uncover unadvertised positions and build your network. What is an informational...

Are you considering a career in Technical Communication? Have you told others about your interest in the field? Have you received a blank stare back? Have you heard: “…really? Is that what you want to do?” Let’s take a look at five myths about technical communication,...

Standing out in a crowd can be challenging. Creating a résumé that stands out can be even more challenging. Here are 10 tips for creating a résumé to help you get noticed in the job market. Put your name and contact information in the top right corner of the...

Are you considering a career in technical writing? There are many galmourous Hollywood portrayals of journalists and novelists, but technical writers are overlooked. This oversight can make it difficult to picture what qualifications and skills are needed for this...