Rewrite your future as a technical writer
Rewrite your future as a technical writer
While it’s difficult to pinpoint the “next best” certificate after “Become a Technical Writer,” there are a few widely recognized and respected technical writing certificate programs that you can consider. Here are some popular options: Traditional Options for Technical Writing…
PS: A hands-on, real world technical writing course. Jump on the wait list: becometechnicalwriter.com After working 20 years in the New York City region, I’ve identified 7 personality traits of a good technical writer. They: Many people are shocked to…
Bad Technical Writers How do I know about “Bad Technical Writers,” you ask? This is meant to be fun and enjoyable. Enjoy, Bobby It is absurd to divide people into good and bad. People are either charming or tedious. FONT…
Are you a new technical writer looking to enhance your skills and impress your readers? You’re at the right place! In this blog post, we’ve discussed 13 expert tips for new technical writers to help them sound smarter and more…
How many types of documents are there in technical writing? Most articles online don’t list them. They mention guides, manuals, and procedures without connection to an audience. Other articles address specific subjects (e.g., “software documentation”). Another way to look at…
SME, pronounced “SMEE”, is an acronym for “Subject Matter Expert.” If you work as a tech writer, you’ll hear this term (sometimes pronounced: “S-M-E”) a lot.
About a decade ago, companies found the antidote to hiring the wrong person: Temp to Perm positions. These are contract positions that convert to full-time positions if everyone is on board (the companies have agreements in place with staffing companies…
Introduction This is my take on a nearly 10-year-old post, “Top 10 Most Frequently Asked Questions,” (About Technical Writing) by Tom Johnson. Most of what Tom says in his original post is valid today. His blog, I’d Rather Be Writing,…
Ready to become a contract technical writer? Our expert guide will teach you how to become a contract technical writer and succeed in the freelance world! Not all technical writers understand contracting. Some have always worked as employees. They’ve never…
Technical writing is a specialized form of writing that demands a specific set of skills and knowledge. To help you get started, we’ve compiled 11 essential rules for new technical writers. Find the tone patronizing or condescending? It shouldn’t be,…