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Of the options Keith offers, my reason would be "Don't feel qualified". Since all poll questions seem to result in essay answers, I'll explain further.
- I use Word exclusively at work so I can't comment on other tools.
- I don't write user manuals for software or hardware, so I can't comment on these issues.
- I document policies and procedures for company internal use only so I don't have issues with translations.
- I have the knowledge to be my own SME so conflicts and lack of response is not a concern (I am practicing "procrastination" and am getting better and better <g>)
- I have the ability to telecommute when needed based on my own decision.
- I rarely see my manager. I communicate with him when needed via EMail. He receives a copy of my output so he is aware of my progress so I don't have those issues.
- Writing is just a part of my job. I spend more time training employees on a one-on-one basis or small class settings.
I have learned a lot about writing from my own experience, reading recommended books, contacts with fellow local STC members, and from reading posts on this list-serve. If I can offer something of benefit in reply to a post, I willingly do so but these are few and far between. Until then, I will continue to lurk.
Kathy Mizell
kathymizell -at- mfpoer -dot- com
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From: kcronin -at- daleen -dot- com [mailto:kcronin -at- daleen -dot- com]
Sent: Friday, April 12, 2002 10:32 AM
To: TECHWR-L
Subject: Poll suggestion: Lurkers
I'd like to poll the lurkers. My question: Why lurk?
Off the top of my receding hairline, I'd think some possible poll answers
might include:
Don't want to get flamed
Don't want my name/address getting out
Don't want my company to see my post
Don't want a bunch of people writing to me
Don't feel qualified
Scared of a particular List member
What's the point?
Too shy
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