How do Technical Writers Balance Accuracy and Readability?
Jan 08, 2025
Dear Mr. Higgonbottom,As a technical writer, how do you handle the balance between technical accuracy and readability? How do you ensure the document is both precise and understandable? Dear Striving for Clarity: Mastering the balance between technical accuracy and readability…
What Skills Should a Technical Writer Have?
Dec 17, 2024
Dear Mr. Higgonbottom,What are some of the skills that are essential for a technical writer to be successful? Dear Aspiring Writer, This is a big question, as a successful technical writer needs a diverse set of skills! But fear not—you…
How Do Technical Writers Get Information to Write SOPs?
Nov 21, 2024
Dear Mr. Higgonbottom,When drafting SOPs, how do you gather information for your documentation? Dear SOP-WIP, A well-written SOP is like a recipe—it requires specific ingredients to cook up something delicious—er, I mean, to write something clear and effective. (Wink.) But…
What are the different types of writers?
Oct 22, 2024
Dear Mr. Higgonbottom,What are the differences between all these types of writers? What does it mean to be a content writer, technical writer, creative writer, ghostwriter, web writer, academic writer, etc.? Dear Reader, You’ve stumbled onto a fascinating question: what…
How Can a Writing Agency Work With SMEs to Develop…
Aug 28, 2024
There’s no denying that Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) are a valuable investment for any business. But getting them written, and written well, can often be quite daunting. Sometimes it’s tempting to leave the task of writing them to your resident…
Post-Merger Process Integration
Sep 26, 2023
Mergers and acquisitions present several challenges for companies engaged in these undertakings. One of the biggest is process integration, which joins the policies, standards, and work procedures of two companies with different business cultures. Savvy businesses implement a post-merger process…
How to Find Gaps and Inefficiencies in Your Processes
Sep 05, 2023
In today’s competitive business environment, companies must adapt and change faster than ever. While many are turning to process improvement campaigns, a system must be in place to find workflow gaps and inefficiencies. Without this vital step, organizations can overlook…
10 Signs a Company’s Processes Should Be Updated
Aug 29, 2023
It’s tempting to assume that your work is done once you design, test, and implement a business process. In reality, as the market and industry evolve, so should a business’ processes. Complacency is a good way to lose ground to…
Comparing Popular Microlearning Software Systems
Aug 25, 2023
The days of labor-intensive creation and administration of training courses are over, especially when it comes to training on-the-move, frontline employees. This welcome change has come via innovative Web-based systems developed by microlearning software companies. These learning systems use bite-sized…
Plain Writing Act of 2010: How Organizations Can Improve Communication…
Jun 20, 2023
The Plain Writing Act of 2010 is a critical tool for government institutions and private corporations to enhance communication and ensure regulatory compliance. By promoting clear and accessible language, the act facilitates effective engagement with the public, fostering transparency, inclusivity,…
5 Reasons Why You Should Have Technical Writers on Your…
Oct 14, 2022
The first thing most people think of when hearing the term “technical writing” is engineering or science. However, you can apply technical writing to any business, regardless of its level of complexity. For example, many retail establishments use technical writers…
Key Elements of the Perfect Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs)
Aug 22, 2022
Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) are written step-by-step instructions that cover an organization’s regularly occurring work processes. While this description makes them sound like simple assets to set up, SOPs take far more time and commitment to bring to fruition than…
Managing Change: 5 Ways a Writing Agency can Help with…
Aug 17, 2022
Change is everywhere. It is one of the few things one can consistently expect. Stopping change is virtually impossible. Therefore, professionals must find a way to adapt to change and thrive from it. In this regard, change management is a…
How Can a Writing Agency Work With SMEs to Develop…
Aug 10, 2022
There’s no denying that Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) are a valuable investment for any business. But getting them written, and written well, can often be quite daunting. Sometimes it’s tempting to leave the task of writing them to your resident…
What to Look for When Hiring a Technical Writer
Jun 20, 2022
Producing technical materials requires a unique combination of knowledge and skill. On the one hand, technical writers must be experts in their respective fields. They need to be connoisseurs of the subject matter they write. On the other hand, technical…
5 Reasons Why Companies Should Outsource SOP Writing
Jun 15, 2022
Successful companies, big and small, live by clear and consistent instructions. These instructions are the building blocks of Standard Operation Procedures (SOPs). Companies use SOPs to guide virtually every facet of their operations. Therefore, SOPs must communicate precisely what staff…
6 Reasons to Hire a Technical Ghostwriter for Your Company
Jun 03, 2022
When it comes to the tech industry, few jobs are in as high demand as the technical writer. In fact, the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics estimates that by 2030, employment growth for technical writers will rise by a whopping…
Top Reasons Why Every Company Needs to Hire a Technical…
May 06, 2022
Organizations invest significant resources in building products, research, and creating innovative solutions. Often, the information that emerges from these advancements involves highly technical and particularly specific content. As a result, general audiences may struggle to comprehend the valuable information presented…
5 Steps to Finding the Right Ghostwriting Agency for Your…
Mar 22, 2022
Do you think most politicians, business tycoons, celebrities, and experts write their own books? Think again. As you might have guessed, many bestselling books are written by ghostwriters working for ghostwriting agencies. Ghostwriting agencies have gained massive popularity in recent…
7 Tips for Choosing the Best Technical Writer for Your…
Mar 15, 2022
If you’ve ever been tasked with writing technical documents for a diverse audience, you know that it’s not as simple as it sounds. You are well versed in your area of expertise and could talk about it for days on…
The Ins and Outs of Technical Writing
Mar 04, 2022
Technical writing is a handy tool for anyone who wants to communicate tech-related information. It is an art involving communicating information from one person or group to another so that the intended audience understands and uses the information effectively. However,…
Communication Preferences: Why They Matter When Working With SMEs
Feb 04, 2022
Subject Matter Experts (SMEs) are highly regarded in organizations and appreciated for their skill, experience, and expertise. If you've been recently assigned a technical project that involves working with a SME, you may be wondering how to get the most…
How Can a SME Work with a Technical Ghostwriter to…
Nov 05, 2021
Can scriptwriters edit movies, or farmers manage grocery stores? In theory, yes. But it’s not the go-to solution for a reason. Scriptwriters understand their movies but rarely possess professional grade editing skills. And farmers know their produce but generally lack…
Why to Hire a Technical Ghostwriter: 5 Ways a Technical…
Sep 10, 2021
The great American author Mark Twain once said, “Writing is easy. All you have to do is cross out the wrong words.” No offense to Mr. Twain, but writing is not quite so simple. Writing requires a combination of skill…
The Technical Writer’s Role in Document Development
Jan 19, 2021
If you’ve ever been charged with producing technical manuals or documents, you know how important it is to ensure that they’re written in a clear and concise manner. But what if you’re not a writer? Or what if you are…
Copywriter Q&A: Barbara Adams Shares Tips and Tricks for Making…
Jan 15, 2021
Barbara Adams is an award-winning writer with more than 30 years of technical writing experience. Her portfolio includes hundreds of whitepapers, case studies, trade articles, op-eds, books, and brochures. And at TWFH, Barb is our go-to authority for all things…