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Subject:Re: anyone else in the same boat? (Long) From:David Blyth <dblyth -at- qualcomm -dot- com> To:"TECHWR-L" <techwr-l -at- lists -dot- raycomm -dot- com> Date:Fri, 29 Dec 2000 13:48:18 -0800 (PST)
>That was October of 99, and I'm still here, the only technical writer
>(I am too! That's what it says on my nameplate!) at this place, with
>little precedent and even less guidance.
Sounds like you'll be a good technical writer - that's what we do all
the time. ;> A good technical writer:
o excells at learning quickly
o isn't afraid of looking stupid
o likes writing
o is willing to improve their skills (writing and otherwise)
o is used to working in a vacuum.
o is flexible
o probably understands any one topic well
I'm sure there are a few other attributes. But the immediate point is
that educational degree and age are _not_ on this list. Either you can
do the job or you can't.
Besides, most tech writers _like_ learning. The more experience you
get, the more likely the degree will come naturally.
Good luck!
David S. Blyth
Staff Technical Writer (age 43).
QCT Division (Spinco!)
QUALCOMM
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