Simplified Technical English has been in the making since the 1930’s when Basic English was developed and introduced in international trade within the British colonies. Basic English died out quickly, but then in the 1970’s Caterpillar, a manufacturer of...
Batman defeats Joker and other villains with the help of the items in his utility belt. Bob the Builder can fix just about anything with the tools in his belt. Military and law enforcement officers carry what they need...
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Word Formatting Tricks from Jennifer on Vimeo. Do you have a Word document that seems possessed by evil formatting spirits? Watch this video to learn three ways to defeat those spirits. See how to: Clean...
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When you read the Acknowledgement section in a book, you always see a big, heartfelt note to the author’s editor. “This book wouldn’t have been possible without the patience and help of my dear editor…” However, have you ever...
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Yes, I said it – Scope Creep. The beast that terrorizes every project manager. Managing this monster can be tricky but taking a few preventative measures can help keep it leashed. Clearly define the deliverables. Make sure everyone agrees...
Every project is unique. It has its own set of challenges and requirements. To become a pro at estimating your documentation and training projects, you need to know how to account for these unique challenges. First, make sure you...
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I have been estimating projects for eleven years, so I’ve collected a lot of data on how long it takes to complete a variety of technical documentation and training development projects. I track the hours worked on every project....