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Personal Branding for Technical Communicators: A Blueprint for Success

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Unless you are at your very first job, in the first minutes of your first day, you already have a personal brand. You might not be fully aware of it, and that’s precisely why we need to have this conversation. A personal brand goes beyond your skills, talents, and qualifications. It encompasses your relatability, reliability, and the trust others have in you. It even touches on aspects of your personality and reputation. Managing your personal brand is a crucial task, one that deserves rigorous attention. #technicalcommunication #personalbrand #strategy

Blueprints to Blog Posts: A Technical Communicator’s Journey to Content Creation

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Ever eyed those content creator job postings with a mix of longing and doubt because you’re ‘just’ a technical writer? I know I have. It’s time to shake off that misconception. In this post, we’re diving into the surprisingly transferable world of technical skills and unveiling the creative prowess that powers great technical writing. Yes, you’ve got this, and I’m here to show you why. #Skillstransfer #technicalcommunication #Contentcreator

Weaving Stories into Technical Content: Developing the Art

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Our mission is crystal clear: to demystify the often confusing and complex world of technical content, making it both accessible and engaging. In my previous post, we explored the powerful role that storytelling can play in achieving this mission. #Storytelling #technicalcommunication #engageusers

Crafting Connection: The Vital Role of Storytelling in Technical Communication

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Alright, let’s be honest here. Sometimes, the old “Just the facts, ma’am” approach just won’t cut it when you’re trying to convey intricate and crucial ideas. We all know how tough it can be to plow through those dry and dreary standard operating procedures without slipping into a snooze fest. And the same goes for classroom instruction or e-learning training – it can all feel a bit like a never-ending yawn.

Meet Your New Best Friend: Elevate Your Technical Communication Journey with AI

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Let’s Clear the Air: Fear of the Unknown If the mere mention of artificial intelligence evokes fear and conjures up images of a robot apocalypse, maybe we could think about it another way. Imagine instead a scenario akin to Will Smith’s friendly robot in iRobot, aiding humanity with its unique abilities. In the realm of …

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The Art of Visibility: Crafting Presence in a Crowded Professional Landscape

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Being a solitary technical communicator immersed in a vast ocean of engineers, data specialists, and project managers can indeed be a unique challenge. It’s a labyrinth of creativity, logic, and technical jargon, where remaining conspicuous is not just a professional necessity but a beacon of hope for the overall technical communication program and its end-users. …

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Contracts Expire: Careers Don’t

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You’ve just spent nine years of your life creating a Technical Communication Program comprised of Microsoft Word documents and PDF files. You’ve been instrumental in setting up a secure repository in SharePoint for their storage and easy access. You have successfully systemized the annual review process and kept the teams in compliance with their myriad …

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Toto, We’re Not in Kansas Anymore: Navigating the Shift from Linear Manuals to Modular, Topic-Based Content

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Technical communicators, you’ve just weathered the storm of a layoff and exhausted from searching job listings, you fall into a deep sleep. When you wake up, you find yourself in a brand new, unexpected world. Welcome to the mesmerizing realm of uncharted territories and untapped potentials! Just like Dorothy in “The Wizard of Oz,” we’re …

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Are You Still Reluctant to Fully Fund a Technical Communications Program? Consider This …

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Technical communication is a vital cog in the machinery of technologically driven industries, notably in aviation, where every detail must be conveyed with utmost precision and clarity. The story of Delightful Flight Airlines illustrates the ramifications of neglecting technical communication and underscores the imperative need for proper investment. The Pivotal Role of Technical Communication In …

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Survive or Thrive: What’s Your Technical Communication Strategy?

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Is your technical communication strategy keeping pace with the growing demands of your consumers? We are facing a continuing dilemma. Our audiences want to get their information the way they are used to in their personal lives. However, with all the competition for funding and resources, our programs can suffer. If you are a sole technical communicator in …

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