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Sally and Joël get technical as they lay out their thoughts on blog posts. Our hosts pick apart what makes a good technical blog post, why consistent terms are more important than you might think when communicating with your audience, and how to improve your own writing to ensure your reader remains engaged. — There's still time to secure your place at thoughtbot's upcoming UK meet ups over the next month. London Tech Leader Meetup - Tuesday June 23rd Brighton Tech Leader Meetup - Wednesday June 24th Brighton Ruby - Thursday June 25th Evolve - Friday June 26th Your hosts for this episode have been thoughtbot's own Joël Quenneville and Sally Hall. If you would like to support the show, head over to our GitHub page, or check out our website. Got a question or comment about the show? Why not write to our hosts: hosts@bikeshed.fm This has been a thoughtbot podcast. Stay up to date by following us on social media - YouTube - LinkedIn - Mastodon - BlueSky © 2026 thoughtbot, inc.

Favour Obasi-ike, MBA, MS breaks down the relationship between SEO and PPC advertising. He explains that while PPC provides short-term visibility and acts as a catalyst for brand awareness, SEO builds the long-term foundation that makes ads more cost-effective. Favour emphasizes that these two strategies should not be siloed; instead, they must work together. By ranking organically for specific keywords, businesses can lower their ad spend for those same keywords. The conversation also touches on the importance of content pillars, Google Search Console, and the value of organizing your digital assets to prevent overwhelm.Who is this for?Business owners, digital marketers, and entrepreneurs looking to understand the differences and synergies between Search Engine Optimization (SEO) and Pay-Per-Click (PPC) advertising. It's highly valuable for anyone wanting to build a sustainable, long-term marketing strategy while leveraging short-term wins through paid ads.Key Moments & Timestamps01:42 — The Core Difference: Understanding SEO (Search Engine Optimization) vs. SEM/PPC (Search Engine Marketing).03:34 — Short-Term vs. Long-Term: Why PPC is for short-term wins and SEO is for long-term sustainability.06:00 — The Synergy: How ranking organically for a keyword lowers the cost of bidding on that same keyword in ads.11:10 — Cross-Platform Strategy: Connecting your website to Google Search Console and Pinterest to build domain authority.32:47 — Tracking Success: Using Google Alerts and Search Console to track brand mentions and backlinks.107:41 — Final Takeaway: Organize your content pillars and don't feel overwhelmed by the technical aspects of SEO.FAQsQ: Should I focus on SEO or PPC first?A: You should focus on SEO first to build a strong foundation. PPC is a catalyst that drives immediate traffic, but if your website isn't optimized organically, you will end up paying higher costs per click over time.Q: How long does it take for ads to mature?A: Depending on the platform, it typically takes 7 to 28 days for an ad campaign to exit the learning phase and mature based on the target audience.Q: How do SEO and ads work together?A: When you rank organically for a specific keyword (e.g., "real estate planning") on your website, Google recognizes your authority. When you run ads for that same keyword, your cost per click is often lower because the destination link is highly relevant and authoritative.Action StepsBuild Your Foundation: Ensure your website is connected to Google Search Console so search engines can index your pages.Align Your Keywords: Use the same keywords in your organic content (URLs, titles) that you plan to bid on in your PPC campaigns.Set Up Alerts: Use Google Alerts to track when your brand or business is mentioned online to monitor your growing authority.Organize Content Pillars: Structure your website content into clear pillars and clusters to make it easier for both users and search engines to navigate.Book a Consultation: Reach out to Favour at info@playinc.online or favour@playinc.online to hire his SEO agency and streamline your digital marketing strategy.Ready to Rank? Book Your SEO & Web Dev Services Today

Favour Obasi-ike, MBA, MS and guest speakers (including Celese Williams and Rocki) discuss the problem-to-solution framework of converting traffic into revenue. Favour explains that traffic must first be intentionally created by planting "seeds" (content) across the web and nurturing them over time.He shares a real-life example of a client who returned after three years because of consistent, long-term marketing efforts. The conversation also highlights the importance of creating "easy buttons" to reduce friction in the buying process and the resurgence of community-based marketing (like Skool and Patreon) as a reliable revenue driver.Who is this for?Business owners, digital marketers, and entrepreneurs looking to turn their website visitors into paying customers. It's highly valuable for anyone wanting to understand the mechanics of traffic generation, the importance of planting "content seeds" for long-term SEO, and how to optimize the customer journey for higher conversions.Key Moments & Timestamps01:43 — The Traffic Prerequisite: Why you must intentionally create traffic before you can convert it.03:26 — Quality over Quantity: The "sandcastle" analogy for building valuable, structured traffic.05:50 — Planting Seeds: Why articles and SEO content are like seeds that can yield recurring traffic for years.08:23 — Building Authority: How consistent messaging turns you into the go-to solution when a customer is finally ready to buy.11:08 — Real-Life Case Study: A client who paid an invoice and returned for a 12-week marketing sprint after three years of nurturing.14:26 — The Power of CTAs: How well-designed calls-to-action can increase conversions by 38% to over 160%.16:10 — Guest Insight (Celeste): Why consumers want the easiest path to purchase and how to create "easy buttons" in your business.17:46 — Guest Insight (Rocky): The resurgence of community-based marketing (Skool, Patreon, Facebook groups) and the growing, yet controversial, impact of AI-generated ads.FAQsQ: How do I create traffic in the first place?A: Traffic is created by consistently publishing valuable content (seeds) on your website and distributing those links across platforms like Pinterest, Reddit, LinkedIn, and YouTube to build an interconnected web of authority.Q: How long does it take for SEO content to generate revenue?A: SEO is a long-term strategy. You should give your content pillars at least 24 months to build capacity. However, the content you publish today can continue to drive traffic and revenue for years to come.Q: What is the easiest way to increase conversions on my website?A: Reduce friction. Create "easy buttons" by minimizing the number of steps, forms, or questions a customer has to navigate before making a purchase or booking a service.Action StepsPlant Your Seeds: Commit to a 24-month content strategy where you consistently publish and update articles on your website.Distribute Your Links: Share your website links across multiple platforms (Pinterest, LinkedIn, YouTube) to create an interconnected web of traffic sources.Audit Your CTAs: Review your website's calls-to-action. Ensure they are clear, compelling, and strategically placed to maximize click-through rates.Create "Easy Buttons": Simplify your booking or checkout process. Remove unnecessary questions or steps that might cause a potential customer to abandon the process.Build a Community: Consider launching a community group (via Skool, Patreon, or Facebook) to nurture your audience and build long-term trust.Ready to Rank? Book Your SEO & Web Dev Services Today

Favour Obasi-ike, MBA, MS and guest speakers (including Celeste and Jason) discuss the mechanics of getting discovered on Pinterest. Favour explains that Pinterest is a visual search engine powered by an algorithm called "Pixie," which prioritizes relevance, uniqueness, and content quality. He shares actionable strategies for connecting your website's RSS feed to automatically generate pins, using colors (hex codes) to influence search results, and expanding keyword lists using broad, exact, and phrase match types.The conversation highlights Pinterest's long lifespan for content, noting that pins from years ago can still drive significant traffic today.Who is this for?Business owners, digital marketers, and content creators looking to leverage Pinterest as a visual search engine. It's highly valuable for anyone wanting to understand Pinterest's algorithm (Pixie), how to optimize pins for discoverability, and how to use Pinterest to drive long-term, recurring traffic to their website.SummaryFavour Obasi-ike and guest speakers (including Celese Williams and Jason) discuss the mechanics of getting discovered on Pinterest. Favour explains that Pinterest is a visual search engine powered by an algorithm called "Pixie," which prioritizes relevance, uniqueness, and content quality. He shares actionable strategies for connecting your website's RSS feed to automatically generate pins, using colors (hex codes) to influence search results, and expanding keyword lists using broad, exact, and phrase match types. The conversation highlights Pinterest's long lifespan for content, noting that pins from years ago can still drive significant traffic today.Key Moments & Timestamps01:20 — Meet Pixie: Introduction to Pinterest's algorithm and the key elements of discoverability.02:50 — Automation Hack: How to connect your website's RSS feed to a Pinterest Business account to auto-generate pins.04:45 — The Four Elements of Discoverability: Relevance, uniqueness, content quality, and engagement.06:06 — The Power of Color: How hex codes and background colors (e.g., purple) influence what ads and related pins show up next to your content.08:01 — The Psychology of "Saves": Why the number of saves is the strongest indicator of value on Pinterest.10:08 — Keyword Expansion Strategy: How to turn 25 broad keywords into 75+ keywords using quotation marks and brackets.15:38 — Content Syndication: Connecting Instagram to Pinterest to create multiple traffic pathways for a single piece of content.18:27 — Guest Insight (Celeste): Why Pinterest is an underutilized goldmine for product-based businesses and artists.19:22 — The Lifespan of a Pin: Why Pinterest content lives forever and how updating old articles can trigger a resurgence in traffic.FAQsQ: What is Pinterest's algorithm called and what does it look for?A: Pinterest's algorithm is called "Pixie." It looks for relevance (keywords, titles, descriptions), uniqueness (trends, colors), and content quality (image dimensions, mobile optimization).Q: How can I automatically create pins from my website?A: Create a free Pinterest Business account, go to your settings, and connect your website's RSS feed. When you publish an article with images, Pinterest will automatically pull those images and create pins linking back to your site.Q: How do I find the right keywords for Pinterest?A: Start with broad keywords related to your niche. Then, expand your list by adding quotation marks (phrase match) and brackets (exact match) to those same keywords. You can also use trends.pinterest.com to see what's currently popular.Action StepsSwitch to a Business Account: If you haven't already, convert your Pinterest profile to a free Business account to access analytics and website integration.Connect Your RSS Feed: Link your website to Pinterest so your blog images automatically generate pins.Optimize for Color: Be intentional about the colors and hex codes in your images, as Pinterest's visual search groups similar colors together.Expand Your Keywords: Take a list of 25 broad keywords and create variations using quotation marks and brackets to capture different search intents.Update Old Content: Refresh old articles on your website to trigger a resurgence of traffic from existing pins on Pinterest.Ready to Rank? Book Your SEO & Web Dev Services Today

Favour Obasi-ike, MBA, MS and guest speakers (including Celese Williams and Darren Shaw) discuss the mechanics of getting discovered on Google. Favour emphasizes that discovery starts with a strong technical foundation; specifically, connecting your website to Google Search Console and submitting a sitemap. He shares a case study of a client who grew from under 20,000 to nearly 300,000 organic impressions in six months. The conversation also covers the importance of prioritizing your website over social media profiles, understanding search intent, and leveraging local SEO (like zip codes) to rank faster in less saturated markets.Who is this for?Business owners, digital marketers, and content creators looking to improve their organic search visibility. It's highly valuable for anyone wanting to understand the technical foundations of SEO, the importance of Google Search Console, and how to structure a website to rank higher and drive long-term traffic.Key Moments & Timestamps01:30 — The Search Loop: How people search, find, click, and save information on Google.03:14 — SEO Foundations: Why discovery is heavily based on keyword research, search intent, and semantics.04:30 — Case Study: Growing a client's organic impressions from 19.1K to 298K in six months.05:49 — The Role of Google Search Console: Why your website must be indexed and have a sitemap to be discovered.07:25 — Guest Insight (Celeste): The power of "niche-ing down" and finding low-hanging fruit in keyword research.10:19 — Guest Insight (Darren): The psychology of language and understanding the mind of your target audience.19:59 — Social Media vs. Websites: Why TikTok is technically a website (registered in 1996) and how it connects to search.21:54 — The Red Flag: Why your website should always rank higher than your social media profiles on Google.25:44 — The Golden Rule: "The only way you can be on Google is by being on Google Search Console."29:27 — Local SEO: The importance of including your zip code or postal code on your website for localized ranking.FAQsQ: What is the first step to getting discovered on Google?A: The absolute first step is connecting your website to Google Search Console and submitting a sitemap. Without this, Google's bots cannot crawl, index, or discover your content.Q: How long does it take to rank on Google?A: It depends on the competition and density of your market. Generally, it takes 6 to 24 months for broader terms, but highly specific, localized keywords (e.g., "Easter bunny rentals in Portland") can rank in a matter of hours or days.Q: Should I link my social media profiles on my website?A: Yes, but be careful. If your social media profiles rank higher than your website on Google, it's a red flag. Your website should always be the primary "head" or asset, with social media acting as secondary channels.Action StepsConnect to Google Search Console: Ensure your website is verified as a property on Google Search Console and submit an updated sitemap.Niche Down Your Keywords: Identify "low-hanging fruit" or highly specific keywords in your industry that have lower competition.Optimize for Local Search: Add your specific location, zip code, or postal code to your website's URLs and content to capture local search traffic.Audit Your Links: Check your website's footer to ensure social media links are opening in new tabs and not draining your primary domain authority.Understand Your Audience: Use precise language that matches the psychological intent and search habits of your target audience.Ready to Rank? Book Your SEO & Web Dev Services Today

Favour Obasi-ike, MBA, MS discusses the critical importance of bots and search engines for business discovery. He emphasizes that getting discovered starts with building trust through secure domains, consistent links, and structured content. Favour explains the difference between traditional search engines (Google, Bing) and AI search engines (ChatGPT, Claude), noting that while Google remains dominant, AI platforms are rapidly changing how consumers find information. using bot fetches.The conversation highlights the necessity of configuring websites correctly (e.g., HTTPS, WWW redirects) and the enduring value of backlinks and reviews. Favour also touches on the psychology of consumer behavior, explaining how different types of content and even background music can influence purchasing decisions.Who is this for?Business owners, entrepreneurs, and content creators looking to improve their online visibility. It's highly valuable for anyone wanting to understand the technical foundations of SEO, how to build trust with search engines, and how to adapt to the rise of AI-driven search platforms like ChatGPT, Claude, and Perplexity.Key Moments & Timestamps00:00 - Intro: Why search engines are your best friends online.01:06 - Favour's background: Helping businesses with strategic technical SEO setups.02:50 - Building trust online: The foundation of discovery through links, tags, and community.05:31 - The importance of internally linking your website to external features.08:08 - Technical SEO basics: Securing your domain, enabling domain privacy, and using HTTPS.21:57 - Why content structure matters more than just the content itself for search engine discovery.29:38 - Real-world example: How a missing "www" configuration prevented a client's website from loading.01:00:32 - The rise of AI search: How ChatGPT and Claude are changing consumer search behavior.01:02:49 - Why backlinks are not dead: AI platforms still pull recommendations from directories like Yelp and MapQuest.01:52:48 - The psychology of marketing: How music tempo (BPM) affects consumer focus and purchasing decisions.FAQsQ: What is the first step to getting discovered on search engines?A: The foundational step is building trust. This starts with securing your website (HTTPS), ensuring your domain privacy and lock are active, and consistently linking your content.Q: Are backlinks still important with the rise of AI search engines?A: Yes. AI platforms like ChatGPT still rely on citations and backlinks from established directories (like Yelp or even MapQuest) to formulate their recommendations.Q: What is the difference between search engines and social media?A: Search engines are intent-driven (fetching, crawling, indexing based on queries), whereas social media is more about immediate engagement. You must document your social media features on your website to connect the two for search engines.Action StepsSecure Your Domain: Verify that your website uses HTTPS and that your domain privacy and lock settings are correctly configured.Check Your Redirects: Ensure that both the "www" and non-"www" versions of your domain correctly lead to your active website without error messages.Document Your Features: If your brand is featured on a podcast, magazine, or social media, create a post on your website linking back to that feature to build semantic trust.Research AI Recommendations: Ask AI platforms (like ChatGPT or Perplexity) for recommendations in your industry to see who is ranking and where the AI is pulling its data from.Optimize for Intent: Structure your website content clearly so that search engine bots can easily crawl, index, and understand the value you provide.Ready to Rank? Book Your SEO & Web Dev Services Today

Favour Obasi-ike, MBA, MS dives into Podcast Search Engine Optimization (SEO) and discovery. He explains that getting discovered and getting ranked are two different processes requiring a strong technical foundation. Favour outlines the nine key areas where a podcast must resonate sonically and structurally, emphasizing optimized titles, descriptions, file names, and high-quality cover art (3000x3000 pixels). He also discusses RSS feed distribution, maintaining a consistent publishing cadence, and choosing the right podcast format (solo, interview, co-host, etc.).The session concludes with an interactive Q&A, encouraging creators to build a timeless content library.Who is this for?Podcasters, business owners, content creators, and digital marketers looking to maximize their podcast's visibility and reach. It's valuable for understanding the technical aspects of Podcast SEO, getting discovered and ranked across directories, and structuring shows for long-term growth and PR.Key Moments & Timestamps00:00 - Intro: The power of Podcast SEO for discovery, business growth, and PR.00:59 - Importance of RSS feed distribution and submitting to multiple destination websites.03:33 - Using Cast Feed Validator to check the health of your podcast's RSS feed.04:36 - The difference between getting discovered (visibility) and getting ranked (positioning).05:12 - Key SEO elements: Podcast title, description, author name, episode details, and file names.05:34 - Technical requirement: Podcast cover art must be 3000x3000 pixels for maximum visibility.08:21 - Importance of publishing cadence (every 8 to 12 days) to consistently refresh your feed.20:00 - The 9 places your podcast must resonate sonically and structurally.24:35 - Title optimization: Keeping titles between 50 to 60 characters to avoid truncation.01:13:40 - The 5 podcast formats: Solo, interview, co-host, round table, and faceless/theme content.FAQsQ: What is the difference between getting discovered and getting ranked?A: Discovery means your podcast is visible and accessible to a maximum number of people across platforms. Ranking refers to your podcast's specific position within search results based on its SEO structure and relevance.Q: How long should my podcast title and description be?A: Your podcast title should ideally be between 50 to 60 characters (including spaces) to prevent truncation on mobile devices. Your description can be much longer, typically 4,000 to 6,000 characters, allowing for rich keyword integration.Q: What size should my podcast cover art be?A: For maximum visibility and compliance with major directories, your podcast cover art should be exactly 3000 by 3000 pixels.Q: How often should I publish new podcast episodes?A: Favour recommends a publishing cadence of every 8 to 12 days. This consistency helps refresh your RSS feed regularly and keeps your audience engaged.Action StepsValidate Your Feed: Use castfeedvalidator.com to check the health and structure of your podcast's RSS feed.Optimize Your Metadata: Ensure your podcast title (50-60 characters) and description (up to 4,000 characters) clearly explain your content and include relevant keywords.Update Cover Art: Check your podcast image dimensions and update them to 3000x3000 pixels if they are currently smaller.Establish a Cadence: Commit to a consistent publishing schedule, ideally releasing a new episode every 8 to 12 days.Book a Discovery Call: Reach out to Favour Obasi-ike via his booking link for a complimentary 30-minute SEO discovery call.Ready to Rank? Book Your SEO & Web Dev Services Today

Favour Obasi-ike, MBA, MS breaks down push (outbound) vs. pull (inbound) marketing. Pull marketing (social media, SEO, content) attracts audiences long-term via consumer-driven engagement. Push marketing actively promotes products for immediate sales but can backfire if poorly targeted. Using interactive examples (e.g., sending gardening tool emails to a Pinterest list), Favour highlights the need to understand audience pain points. He also covers data ownership (first-party vs. third-party) and shares a client success story of scaling to 1M monthly Pinterest views.Who is this for?Business owners, entrepreneurs, digital marketers, and content creators looking to understand inbound (pull) vs. outbound (push) marketing. It's valuable for building long-term brand loyalty, optimizing social media and SEO, and targeting audiences effectively without being spammy.Ready to Rank? Book Your SEO & Web Dev Services Today

In this episode, Trent sits down with longtime collaborator Eric Ratinoff of Story First to explore the power of storytelling — in film-making, business, and everyday life.  Eric shares how his work helping organizations tell meaningful stories goes far beyond simply “making a video.” Instead, it's about uncovering the deeper narrative: the problem, the stakes, and the transformation that makes a story resonate with an audience.  Together they discuss the curse of knowledge, why experts often struggle to communicate what they know, and how curiosity and asking the right questions can unlock powerful stories hidden inside organizations and individuals. The conversation moves from filmmaking and editing workflows to the psychology and evolution of storytelling — and why humans are wired to understand the world through narrative. More From Eric: Eric Ratinoff is the founder and Chief Storyteller of Story First, a strategic storytelling firm that helps companies and organizations get clear about their story and tell it more effectively.  Story First works with a wide range of non-profit, corporate, educational, and political clients from across the United States, and Eric brings deep experience as a writer, editor, director, strategist, speaker, teacher, and coach. He's been invited to speak and teach about storytelling in a variety of corporate and college settings, including presenting multiple times at the Centers for Disease Control (CDC)/National Public Health Information Coalition National Conference on Health Communication, Marketing, and Media. Two recent Story First projects, Still Separate, Still Unequal, which examines education inequity in St. Louis, and Transforming 911, which tells the story of what happens after you call 911 in St. Louis, received Gold Telly Awards. Additionally, Eric has taught Technical Writing in the School of Engineering and Applied Science at Washington University in St. Louis; served as the Executive Editor for the Ferguson Commission report, Forward Through Ferguson; co-authored A Seat at the Table, an award-winning column on diversity and inclusion in the New Hampshire Business Review; served as the lead organizer and a speaker coach for TEDxAmoskeagMillyard in Southern New Hampshire; and delivered a talk on storytelling and organizational culture, titled “Once Upon a Time At The Office: How Stories Shape Culture At Work,” at TEDxCapeMay in New Jersey. He's also the head boys' track and field coach at Manchester West High School in Manchester, New Hampshire. Website: https://www.storyfir.st  Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ratinoff/  More from us:  Website: www.adppodcast.com  Instagram: http://instagram.com/adppod_

In this episode, we explore how AI is reshaping the technical writing profession and what skills will matter most in the coming years. While AI dominates the conversation about the future, we dig deeper into what this means for technical writers, documentation strategy, and career development. Summary:  The role of technical communicator is evolving from document creator to strategic orchestrator of complex information ecosystems. Success requires: Proactivity: Identify problems and initiate solutions rather than waiting for direction Strategic thinking: Design information experiences, not just documents Technical depth: Level varies by organization and documentation type Data literacy: Evaluate success through analytics Persuasion: Influence stakeholders and gain buy-in for your vision The person filling this role might come from technical writing, UX/UI, content strategy, or training backgrounds, whoever can demonstrate the necessary skills first. Links: Nano Banana Pro is the “ChatGPT Moment” for Visual Communication Generative UI The “Engineering” of the Technical Writer Documentation Product Management: Does the AI Era Demand a New Discipline? Managing and mastering documentation projects with AI course Cherryleaf

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This episode explores common time sinks in technical writing and practical solutions to streamline documentation workflows, with a focus on automation and AI tools. Key topics covered Common time sinks identified: Chasing reviewers and SMEs for feedback Constantly shifting priorities and expectations Version control and format conversions (especially markdown/Word) Unproductive meetings Documenting features too early (before testing is complete) Tracking requests and managing follow-ups Time zone coordination challenges Working with poor or incomplete requirements Solutions and strategies: Content operations approach - Strategic framework examining people, processes, and technology in content production Four solution categories: Remove bottlenecks from processes Reduce friction for collaborators Delegate and spread workload Automate repetitive manual tasks AI and Intelligent Agents - Moving beyond traditional automation to tools that can adapt and make decisions Implementation tips: Focus on high-impact, repetitive tasks first Track metrics to measure real-world impact Use phased rollout approach Maintain human oversight and accountability Remember: augment, don't replace Upcoming events TCUK Conference (Nov 24-25) - Presentation on automation in technical writing New course launch: "Managing and Mastering Documentation Projects with AI" (pilot: Nov 3-4) About Cherryleaf Cherryleaf is a technical writing services and training company.  Cherryleaf Cherryleaf Newsletter

This interview was recorded for the GOTO Book Club.http://gotopia.tech/bookclubPiotr Sarna - Co-Author of "Writing for Developers" & Founding Engineer at poolsideGlauber Costa - Founder & CEO at TursoRESOURCESPiotrhttps://bsky.app/profile/sarna.devhttps://github.com/psarnahttps://www.linkedin.com/in/sarna-devhttps://bio.sarna.devGlauberhttps://bsky.app/profile/glaubercosta.bsky.socialhttps://github.com/glommerhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/glommerhttps://glaubercosta-11125.medium.comLinksGet 45% discount with code: *GOTOdunlop*: http://mng.bz/Y7oKhttps://writethat.bloghttps://writethat.blog/?year=2025&month=3https://turso.tech/blog/zig-helped-us-move-data-to-the-edge-here-are-our-impressions-67d3a9c45af4https://www.scylladb.com/2021/09/28/hunting-a-numa-performance-bughttps://devblogs.microsoft.com/typescript/typescript-native-porthttps://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=42378843DESCRIPTIONGlauber Costa interviews engineer Piotr Sarna about his evolution from a reluctant writer to a successful technical book author. They discuss writing as an engineering discipline, common engineering blog post patterns, and why even introverted non-native English speakers should be blogging.RECOMMENDED BOOKSPiotr Sarna & Cynthia Dunlop • Writing for Developers • https://amzn.to/3Z3rzgfCardeneti Mendes, Sarna, Emelyanov & Dunlop • Database Performance at Scale • https://amzn.to/3ZNBqqJNicole Foster • How To Write In Plain English • https://amzn.to/3XaTWHfInspiring Tech Leaders - The Technology PodcastInterviews with Tech Leaders and insights on the latest emerging technology trends.Listen on: Apple Podcasts SpotifyBlueskyTwitterInstagramLinkedInFacebookCHANNEL MEMBERSHIP BONUSJoin this channel to get early access to videos & other perks:https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCs_tLP3AiwYKwdUHpltJPuA/joinLooking for a unique learning experience?Attend the next GOTO conference near you! Get your ticket: gotopia.techSUBSCRIBE TO OUR YOUTUBE CHANNEL - new videos posted daily!

Nonprofit leaders know that creating meaningful change in legacy organizations requires both bold vision and deep empathy. In this episode, Spencer is joined by Bess Goggins, President and CEO of the YMCA of Columbia-Willamette, to discuss leading transformative change, building a culture of belonging, and the role of communications in advancing equity. This episode is ideal for health nonprofit leaders navigating complex systems, team culture, and digital engagement strategies. About the guest Bess Goggins is the President and CEO of the YMCA of Columbia-Willamette and the first woman to lead the organization in its 157-year history. She began the role in May 2025, bringing nearly 20 years of nonprofit leadership to advance the Y's mission of community well-being, belonging, and opportunity across the Portland metro and Southwest Washington region. She previously served as CEO of Boys & Girls Clubs of Bend, where she led strategic growth and secured a $1.7 million Early Literacy grant from the Oregon Department of Education to expand K–3 tutoring. Bess holds dual bachelor's degrees in English and Communications and dual master's degrees in English with concentrations in Technical Writing and Rhetoric. Now based in Portland, she is inspired by the YMCA's commitment to holistic health, inclusion, and thriving communities. Resources The Art of Gathering by Priya Parker: https://www.priyaparker.com/book-art-of-gatheringRadical Candor: https://www.radicalcandor.com/The Oregonian: https://www.oregonlive.com/The Columbian: https://www.columbian.com/The Reflector: https://www.thereflector.com/The Bee: https://thebeenews.com/Portland Business Journal: https://www.bizjournals.com/portlandCoaching For Leaders Podcast: https://coachingforleaders.com/The Art of Manliness Podcast: https://www.artofmanliness.com/podcast/Storyworthy by Matthew Dicks: https://matthewdicks.com/Books/storyworthy/The Fine Art of Small Talk by Debra Fine: https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/93409.The_Fine_Art_of_Small_Talk Contact Bess Website: https://www.ymcacw.org/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/bessgoggins/YMCA CW's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/ymca-of-columbia-willametteBess' email: bgoggins@ymcacw.org

In this episode of Knowledgebase Ninjas Podcast, Erin Rovelstad, Senior Technical Writer from Google, reveals how she creates clear and trustworthy documentation for developers. She shares on discovering documentation gaps, working closely with engineering teams, and relying on regular reviews to maintain accuracy and usefulness in content. Erin also discusses why consistency and clarity of documentation are essential to developer productivity. This episode is full of actionable tips for technical writers to enhance the quality and effectiveness of their writing.Thank you for tuning in! In the meantime, if you're ready to explore Document360, a knowledge base platform that can help your customers and teams get instant answers, we'd love to invite you to try it first-hand.Simply use this link - https://bit.ly/4ktBnZZ to start your free trial 

In this episode of the Knowledgebase Ninjas Podcast, Laura Novich, Lead Technical Writer at Salesforce, shares what truly makes a documentation toolchain effective. It's not just about the tools themselves, but how seamlessly they integrate into team workflows—and how confident contributors feel using them. Laura explains why features like content reuse, automation, and collaboration only add value when they align with the needs of different contributors—developers, product managers, support teams, and non-technical writers alike. She emphasizes the importance of training that meets non-technical users where they are, engaging with writing communities, and leveraging AI to bridge knowledge gaps. Through two real-world examples, Laura shows how honoring individual tool preferences can transform documentation into a strategic business asset. Catch the full conversation on the Knowledge Base Ninjas podcast for valuable takeaways and pro tips. Stay tuned for expert insights and actionable strategies you don't want to miss out on.

In this episode of the Knowledge Base Ninjas podcast, Daria Tombolelli from KNIME shares her perspective on how AI is enhancing—not replacing—the work of technical writers. She explains how tools like ChatGPT help simplify research and make complex topics more accessible. Daria also highlights a shift in documentation priorities, emphasizing content that is both user-friendly and optimized for AI, with a focus on clarity, structure, and accuracy. She advocates for hands-on learning, real-world use cases, and close collaboration with UX designers and engineers. Catch the full conversation on the Knowledge Base Ninjas podcast for valuable takeaways and pro tips. Stay tuned for expert insights and actionable strategies you don't want to miss out on.

In this special episode of the Cherryleaf Podcast, we're doing something a little different - a curated roundup of recent news, tools, research, and resources especially relevant to technical communicators.

In this episode of Knowledge Base Ninjas Podcast we have Kirsti Wall, the Technical Documentation Manager from Everi. She emphasizes how to make documentation scannable and organized, keeping the users in mind. She adds that effective design elements will direct the users in visual ways. Whereas simplification of content is called for, she also says about oversimplification and the focus on what truly sets the product apart in the documentation. She also discusses actual-world research using the assistance of guides, user interactions to enhance writing, and other tools in this era of AI. Catch the full conversation on the Knowledge Base Ninjas podcast for valuable takeaways and pro tips. Stay tuned for expert insights and actionable strategies you don't want to miss out on.

In this episode, Christie Gera, Manager of Technical Writing at Appfire, shares how her team of technical writers is navigating the fast-evolving landscape of AI in documentation. She breaks down exactly how they use AI - leveraging it for tasks like generating test data and simulating SME input using tools like Notebook LM - while strictly avoiding AI-generated content in official docs. Christie also talks about performance metrics that matter and their work is tied directly to product trial conversions, proving that documentation drives business impact. She shares how she leads a diverse, remote team with support, and why skills like prompt engineering, video editing, and AI voiceovers are becoming essential for modern technical writers. Packed with practical advice and real-world workflows, this episode is a must-listen for documentation leaders and writers looking to integrate AI the right way, without losing quality or trust. Catch the full conversation on the Knowledge Base Ninjas podcast for valuable takeaways and pro tips. Stay tuned for expert insights and actionable strategies you don't want to miss out on.

In this episode of Knowledge Base Ninjas podcast, we talk with Nikhar Sawhney, senior technical writer at Cisco and hear why documentation must come into focus as a wise business initiative. Having 16+ years of experience, Nikhar shares how the process of how excellent documentation can reveal the product potential, achieve better user satisfaction and facilitate product adoption. He emphasizes the role of cross-functional cooperation with engineering and product teams to create the content that would meet the user needs in the real-life context. This discussion talks about the way clear organization, logical navigation and user centralized thinking enables users to quickly locate whatever they are searching. Nikhar also refers to the topic of how nice documentation is more than figuring out how to reduce support tickets to uncover value, to encourage discoverability, and to gain trust. Catch the full conversation on the Knowledge Base Ninjas podcast for valuable takeaways and pro tips. Stay tuned for expert insights and actionable strategies you don't want to miss out on.

In this episode of the Knowledge Base Ninjas podcast, we speak with Stacy Reed, Senior Technical Writer at Wavelo. Stacy focuses on creating accessible, user-friendly documentation for both internal developers and customers. With 28 years in related fields and three years in technical writing, Stacy has expanded Wavelo's Dev Portal from a handful to over 100 endpoints. She's also a key driver behind the Neurodiversity ERG at Tucows. Stacy emphasizes that accessibility is not an afterthought, it's core to documentation. Discoverability and ease of navigation are equally vital, as documentation only serves its purpose when users can both find and understand it. She encourages avoiding jargon, using clear formatting, labelling visuals meaningfully, and aligning with the 7 Cs of communication, placing courtesy first. Her approach is built on empathy, structure, and the intent to help all users, especially those with disabilities or neurodivergence, access and benefit from documentation equally. Catch the full conversation on the Knowledge Base Ninjas podcast for valuable takeaways and pro tips. Stay tuned for expert insights and actionable strategies you don't want to miss out on.

Technical documentation of software products is critical work that needs to accurately inform end users, regardless of how quickly and substantially the software might be changing. Manny Silva has created Docs as Tests, a system that integrates a set of well-developed practices and a collection of engineering tooling, to help technical communicators streamline and constantly improve their software documentation work. https://ellessmedia.com/csi/manny-silva/

In this episode of the Knowledge Base Ninjas podcast, we speak with Kylee Thornton, Technical Writer at Blue White Industries. With less than a year of experience in the field, Kylee shares how she stepped into technical writing through an internship and quickly embraced the fast-paced challenges of the manufacturing industry. She talks about how important it is to stay consistent in your writing, from tone to structure, to build trust and clarity for the reader. Kylee also explains the value of setting urgency protocols so high-priority tasks don't overwhelm the team, and how keeping documents user-focused, not writer-focused, makes information more accessible when it matters most. She stresses that good documentation is not just about writing, it's about proactive communication, staying updated, and recognizing that one change in a system can ripple across many documents. Kylee also shares how she uses AI as a helpful assistant, not a replacement, for her work. Catch the full conversation on the Knowledge Base Ninjas podcast for valuable takeaways and pro tips. Stay tuned for expert insights and actionable strategies you don't want to miss out on.

In this episode of the Knowledge Base Ninjas podcast, we speak with Paul Taylor, Technical Content Manager at Anaplan. Paul shares his non-traditional path from journalism and corporate communications into technical writing. Paul discusses how his varied background influenced his strategic mindset for documentation, highlighting that good content begins with the user. He advises on creating a technical writing team from scratch, the need to balance junior and senior talent, and why integrating with company culture is essential. Paul also talks about the changing role of documentation in business and how AI can be used as a facilitator and not a destroyer. His view on documentation is clear: it's not just a requirement, but a critical tool for enabling users and reducing support load. He shares more on content clarity, team collaboration, and smarter working with AI. Catch the full conversation on the Knowledge Base Ninjas podcast for valuable takeaways and pro tips. Stay tuned for expert insights and actionable strategies you don't want to miss out on.

In this episode of the Knowledge Base Ninjas podcast, we speak with Rina Groobman Cassouto, CEO of ContentMaster. Rina shares insights from her 30-year journey in technical writing. Starting with a background in English Literature, Rina transitioned into tech writing through a single course and went on to lead documentation teams and train writers globally. She emphasizes that technical writing today is more than just editing. It's about structuring information effectively. Technical writers who understand information architecture can turn disorganized content into valuable, user-friendly documentation. According to Rina, strong writing and a willingness to learn are more crucial than domain-specific knowledge, and hiring a technical writer should reflect that. She also adds about the role of AI in tech writing, viewing it as a helpful assistant rather than a replacement. Writers who bring strategic thinking and structural clarity to content creation will remain indispensable, even in an AI-driven future. Catch the full conversation on the Knowledge Base Ninjas podcast for valuable takeaways and pro tips. Stay tuned for expert insights and actionable strategies you don't want to miss out on.

Retirement is what you make of it. Do you have a second-act story as an entrepreneur in you?  Connie Inukai, author of  Retirement: Dream Big, Take Action, Make Money: 10 Amazing Second Act Entrepreneurs Tell Their Story, shares her experience in her second act as an inventor and "Grandmapreneur." Connie Inukai joins us from Maryland. _______________________ Bio As a serial “Grandmapreneur®”, Connie Inukai speaks to retirees or soon-to-be retirees on the benefits of pursuing entrepreneurship in retirement. Retired from teaching Technical Writing at the University of Maryland and Johns Hopkins University for four decades, Connie Inukai became an award-winning inventor at the age of 68.  Featured in Entrepreneur magazine, “6 Reasons to Pursue Entrepreneurship in Retirement,” Connie encourages Baby Boomers to have an active retirement through business or social entrepreneurship. She is the creator of Write Your Selfie®, where she inspires people to write their life stories in a fun and easy-to-read format so grandchildren and future generations will enjoy turning the pages to learn about their ancestry and life lessons. She is passionate about working with dementia sufferers and their families to preserve the memoirs of this “invisible” population. _______________________ For More on Connie Inukai Retirement: Dream Big, Take Action, Make Money: 10 Amazing Second Act Entrepreneurs Tell Their Story Website -  Grandmapreneur: Inspiring Invention, Ideas, and Impact  _______________________ Mentioned in this Podcast Conversation SCORE Mentoring Program _______________________ Podcast Conversations You May Like The Heart of Grandfatherhood – Ted Page Is Semi-Retirement the Best of Both Worlds? – Liz Weston Unretired – Mark S. Walton ________________________ About The Retirement Wisdom Podcast There are many podcasts on retirement, often hosted by financial advisors with their own financial motives, that cover the money side of the street. This podcast is different. You'll get smarter about the investment decisions you'll make about the most important asset you'll have in retirement: your time. About Retirement Wisdom I help people who are retiring, but aren't quite done yet, discover what's next and build their custom version of their next life. A meaningful retirement doesn't just happen by accident. Schedule a call today to discuss how The Designing Your Life process created by Bill Burnett & Dave Evans can help you make your life in retirement a great one – on your own terms. About Your Podcast Host  Joe Casey is an executive coach who also helps people design their next life after their primary career and create their version of The Multipurpose Retirement.™ He created his own next chapter after a twenty-six-year career at Merrill Lynch, where he was Senior Vice President and Head of HR for Global Markets & Investment Banking. Today, in addition to his work with clients, Joe hosts The Retirement Wisdom Podcast, which thanks to his guests and loyal listeners, ranks in the top 1 % globally in popularity by Listen Notes, with over 1.6 million downloads. Business Insider has recognized Joe as one of 23 innovative coaches who are making a difference. He's the author of Win the Retirement Game: How to Outsmart the 9 Forces Trying to Steal Your Joy. Connect on LinkedIn ________________________ Wise Quotes On Being a Second Act Entrepreneur "SCORE is very helpful because when I started, when I retired, I was 68 years old and then I was fumbling around with my invention. I knew nothing about anything, but I did learn how to invent a product and I went to SCORE because I had no idea what to do and they're very good with newbies and I think they didn't expect a newbie to be my age, but I think I'm older than my SCORE mentor, but he was wonderful and the first thing he did was he told me to write a business plan.

In this episode of the Knowledge Base Ninjas podcast, we speak with Gayathri Krishnaswamy, Senior Content Developer at OutSystems. Gayathri shares her journey from software development to technical writing, finding her passion through roles in business analysis and open-source contributions with the Good Docs Project. She emphasizes the importance of collaboration between developers and documentarians, especially in API documentation, and highlights her approach to documentation alongside product development. Gayathri also discusses how AI tools assist in research and first drafts, while reinforcing the value of human insight in refining content. She views documentation as a core part of the product experience, advocating for user enablement, empathy, and continuous learning as keys to effective technical writing. Catch the full conversation on the Knowledge Base Ninjas podcast for valuable takeaways and pro tips. Stay tuned for expert insights and actionable strategies you don't want to miss out on.

In this episode of Knowledge Base Ninjas, we have James Birkinshaw, Principal Technical Writer at Oracle. He shares his unique journey into technical writing, starting from drafting and design to discovering his passion for clear communication. Inspired by the book How to Keep Your Volkswagen Alive for the Complete Idiot, James combined his interests in writing, computer science, and design to build a successful career. He highlights the critical role of understanding your audience before writing and emphasizes that illustrations should complement, not replace, the text. James discusses how a thoughtful balance between visuals and text creates more impactful documentation. He also touches on the role of AI in technical writing, noting that while AI can enhance efficiency, human writers remain essential for ensuring accuracy and clarity. Additionally, he emphasizes the importance of designing scalable graphics, keeping internationalization and localization in mind. The episode offers practical advice, real world insights, and thought-provoking conversations about the evolving relationship between visuals and technical documentation.

– “Jane can't ever know the truth.”The tide and wind pushed it ashore as surely as vengeance.Edward von Koenigseck has a 40-year background in technical publications. He is the author of two books - a college textbook Technical Writing for Private Industry, and a memoir, Island Park, and has also published several short stories. His other activities have been providing 92 different lectures on biblical history for the nonprofit organization Shepherd's Center, and was hired to create the curriculum for and teach two semesters on technical writing for advanced English students at Florida Institute of Technology.

In this episode of the Knowledge Base Ninjas podcast, we have Luke Baylor, Technical Writing Manager at Google. Being a seasoned technical writer with over 25 years of experience, he shares his journey into technical writing and insights on managing technical writing projects. Initially drawn to writing through his passion for video games, Luke explains how he transitioned into technical writing and management roles, refining his ability to balance technical depth with clear, user-friendly content. Luke emphasizes the importance of understanding your audience when writing technical documentation. Whether it's providing detailed explanations for experts or simple, task-based guides for beginners, tailoring content to the user's needs is crucial. He also highlights the structured process behind successful technical writing. As AI continues to evolve, he discusses how it can assist in content generation but cautions against over-reliance. He believes that human expertise and intuition are still necessary to ensure the quality and relevance of technical documentation. Luke also provides advice for aspiring technical writers, stressing the importance of developing strong writing and communication skills and staying curious about the technology they document. Catch the full conversation on the Knowledge Base Ninjas podcast for valuable takeaways and pro tips. Stay tuned for expert insights and actionable strategies you don't want to miss out on.

In this episode of Knowledge Base Ninjas, we have Matthew Olapade, a freelance technical writer, explore the critical role of user-friendly documentation in bridging the gap between products and people. Matthew shares his unique journey—from handling recurring customer queries at his company to realizing that clear, well-structured documentation could drastically reduce confusion and support requests. His passion for making complex information more accessible led him to pursue a career in technical writing, where he now helps companies create documentation that enhances the overall user experience. Through the conversation, Matthew emphasizes the importance of clarity over complexity, ensuring that documentation empowers users instead of overwhelming them with technical jargon. He explains why understanding your audience is key—tailoring content to their level of expertise makes a significant impact on usability. We also dive into the collaborative nature of documentation, discussing how working with developers, product managers, and subject matter experts results in more accurate and valuable content. Additionally, Matthew highlights the need for continuous iteration, using feedback to refine and improve documentation over time. Catch the full conversation on the Knowledge Base Ninjas podcast for valuable takeaways and pro tips. Stay tuned for expert insights and actionable strategies you don't want to miss out on.

Dr. Armin Feldman's Pretrial Prelitigation Medical Legal Consulting Coaching Program will teach you to build your own nonclinical consulting business as a valued consultant to attorneys without doing med mal cases or expert witness work. Armin will teach you everything from business concepts to the medicine involved when launching your new consulting business during one year of unlimited coaching. For more information go to nonclinicalphysicians.com/mlconsulting/ Learn the business and management skills you need by enrolling in the University of Tennessee Physician Executive MBA program at nonclinicalphysicians.com/physicianmba. Get the FREE GUIDE to 10 Nonclinical Careers at nonclinicalphysicians.com/freeguide. Get a list of 70 nontraditional jobs at nonclinicalphysicians.com/70jobs.                                                                                                 =============== Dr. Kaci Durbin is an obstetrician-gynecologist who transitioned from clinical practice to a fulfilling career in medical writing. After working as an OB hospitalist, she discovered medical writing as a nonclinical path that offered flexibility, intellectual challenge, and job security while still utilizing her medical expertise. Dr. Durbin built her portfolio and professional network from scratch, starting with freelance CME and regulatory writing projects. She shares her journey from securing her first writing gigs to eventually landing a full-time position as a medical writer and technical writer for a Contract Research Organization (CRO), where she now focuses on clinical trial documentation. During our interview, Dr. Durbin provides actionable advice for physicians interested in breaking into medical writing, including the pros and cons of freelancing versus full-time employment, key resources and courses for newcomers, and strategies for leveraging clinical experience. Her story offers a practical roadmap for doctors seeking remote, flexible work outside of direct patient care. You'll find links mentioned in the episode at nonclinicalphysicians.com/new-technical-writing-job/

Episode: 1047 In which I question the dubious practice of ghost-writing.  Today, we ask, "Who writes our story?"

– “Quick! Let's get the oars!”.Traveling fast, the tanker's bow tossed large white-capped waves.Edward von Koenigseck, relocated from Florida, resides in Ticonderoga NY. Having a 40-year career in Technical Publications, he also published two books (Technical Writing for Private Industry and Island Park, a Memoir, and four short stories. He created 92 one-hour lectures on biblical history for presentation to elders, sponsored by the non-profit Florida-based Shepherd Centers organization. He also created and taught two semesters on technical writing for advanced English students at Florida Institute of Technology, is an editor, and is currently writing a novel, a biography, and an autobiography.

Federico Marafin, Senior Technical Writer at XTEL, shares his insights on creating impactful documentation that truly delivers value. He emphasizes that the primary goal of any documentation is to meet the needs of its audience—whether it's helping customers onboard smoothly or enabling internal stakeholders to achieve their objectives. Federico highlights the importance of understanding your audience, stepping into their shoes, and anticipating what they need to use the tool seamlessly. He underscores the role of effective two-way communication in technical writing. On one hand, engaging with developers and engineers ensures accuracy, while on the other, connecting with customers provides real-world insights. Federico advises technical writers to actively gather information by interacting with all relevant stakeholders and stresses the importance of incorporating customer feedback to improve documentation. Creating opportunities for customers to provide feedback or even interact directly with the documentation team can significantly enhance the quality and usability of the content, he concludes.

Natalia Kloda, Technical Writer at SAP, shares insights on how to start a career in technical writing without prior experience. She discusses the essential skills to develop and offers advice on effectively leveraging knowledge management tools to excel in the field.

Today on Elixir Wizards, indie developer Lucas Sifoni shares his experience prototyping a remote-controlled terrestrial telescope using Elixir, Nerves, Rust, and various hardware components. Lucas explains the basic components of a telescope, the challenges he faced during the development process, and the benefits of using Elixir and Nerves for hardware projects. Lucas emphasizes the importance of simulating hardware components and testing assumptions before working with physical devices, as well as the value of literate programming and executable blog posts for documenting and sharing the process. Lucas encourages listeners to explore Nerves and build their own hardware projects. He also gives a shout-out to the Nerves core team for their incredible work. Topics discussed in this episode: Challenges in optimizing wiring and PCB design for the prototype Benefits of Elixir and Nerves for hardware projects Communicating with Arduinos using serial connections and pattern matching Leveraging binary pattern matching and construction in Elixir for hardware Balancing educational value and real-world usability Learning CID software and parametric design for 3D printing components Growing interest in Nerves and hardware projects within the Elixir community Simulating hardware components and testing assumptions before physical implementation Literate programming and executable blog posts for documenting hardware projects Using Elixir's interoperability with Rust for performance-critical tasks Elixir's low fragmentation and high-quality libraries for various domains Potential for using Livebook in hardware projects, with some limitations Encouraging listeners to explore Nerves and build their own hardware projects Links mentioned https://lucassifoni.info/ https://www.rust-lang.org/ https://go.dev/ https://lisp-lang.org/ https://ubuntu.com/ https://hexdocs.pm/iex/IEx.html https://nerves-project.org/ https://lucassifoni.info/blog/prototyping-elixir-telescope-code-beam/ https://github.com/Lucassifoni/oiseaux https://hexdocs.pm/phoenixliveview/Phoenix.LiveView.html https://www.raspberrypi.com/ https://mangopi.org/ https://store.arduino.cc/products/arduino-nano https://elixir-circuits.github.io/ https://www.erlang.org/doc/apps/runtimetools/scheduler.html Binary pattern matching in Elixir with PNG parsing example https://zohaib.me/binary-pattern-matching-in-elixir/ Lucas' Code Beam Talk: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=q7bleFzA11c https://github.com/membraneframework-labs https://github.com/talklittle/ffmpex https://studio.blender.org/training/3d-printing/ https://www.autodesk.com/products/fusion-360/personal https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Parametricdesign https://www.exem.fr/ https://www.kikk.be/exhibitions/collectif-lab212-nicolas-guichard-beatrice-lartigue/ https://livebook.dev/ https://github.com/elixir-nx/bumblebee https://github.com/rusterlium/rustlerhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=q7bleFzA11c Special Guest: Lucas Sifoni.

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– “Quick! Let's get the oars!”.Traveling fast, the tanker's bow tossed large white-capped waves.Edward von Koenigseck, relocated from Florida, resides in Ticonderoga NY. Having a 40-year career in Technical Publications, he also published two books (Technical Writing for Private Industry and Island Park, a Memoir, and four short stories. He created 92 one-hour lectures on biblical history for presentation to elders, sponsored by the non-profit Florida-based Shepherd Centers organization. He also created and taught two semesters on technical writing for advanced English students at Florida Institute of Technology, is an editor, and is currently writing a novel, a biography, and an autobiography.

ABOUT OUR GUEST:  Meaghan Ziemba is an industrial tech writer, brand storyteller, and marketer for industrial manufacturers.  She has a B.A. and M.A. in Professional and Technical Writing from the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee and has been writing for manufacturing since 2008. Meaghan also hosts a live video broadcast series called Mavens of Manufacturing. The series focuses on women in the sector and aims to attract younger generations to join manufacturing or engineering career pathways to help close the skills and gender gaps. Meaghan is a proud mother of three. She enjoys cooking, CrossFit, and a great cup of coffee or a glass of whiskey.  CONNECT WITH MEAGHAN  LinkedIn  Instagram   CONNECT WITH MAVENS OF MANUFACTURINGWebsite   YouTube   CONNECT WITH Z INK SOLUTIONSWebsite   LinkedIn   EPISODE AND EMPOWERING WOMEN IN INDUSTRY LINKSManufacturing Day WebsiteSmart Girls HQWomen in STEM Gap Study by AAUWGoldie BloxProject ScientistInspiring the next generation of female engineers | Debbie Sterling | TedXEmpowering Women in Industry MembershipEmpowering Women in Industry MagazineEmpowering Women in Industry WebsiteEmpowering Women in Industry Virtual Events QUOTES AND KEY TAKEAWAYS“Especially with young girls, we need to encourage innovation not perfection.”“We're programmed to squirm at that word - failure.”“We need to start stepping out of our own personal experiences and stop assuming someone is coming into a conversation with malicious intent.”“When you put yourself in that position of the person who doesn't know and you want to learn, other people are comfortable enough to have those authentic conversations with you.”“The reason I became an entrepreneur is because, for most of my work experience, I couldn't show up as myself.”“Manufacturing is the great equalizer.”Closing the manufacturing skills gap: “We need to help the general public really understand why manufacturing is important and what it does, as a whole, for our country.”“Bring awareness to the financial opportunities that are available through each pathway.  Bring awareness to how manufacturing helps communities flourish.”“There are a lot of communities that don't even realize manufacturing is in their backyard. Encourage manufactures to be proactive and open up their doors and let their community members come in… to see what they are making and why they are making it.”“Why are stories important to this industry?  Because you need that emotional connection with your audience. If you don't have it, they are not going to care. They are not going to know what they don't know.” 

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Episode: 1047 In which I question the dubious practice of ghost-writing.  Today, we ask, "Who writes our story?"

Dr. Laura Dumin obtained her PhD in English from Oklahoma State University in 2010. She is a professor in English and Technical Writing at the University of Central Oklahoma who has been exploring the impact of generative AI on writing classrooms. Laura has been experimenting with transformative learning (TL) tools and scholarship of teaching and learning methods (SoTL) in the classroom for over 7 years. She finds that when students are engaged in the lessons, learning can happen organically, leading to more interesting class periods and longer-term gains in understanding concepts.   Laura mixes her background in technical writing into all her courses, bringing ideas of audience and clear communication into assignments. When she is not teaching, she works as a co-managing editor for the Journal of Transformative Learning, was a campus SoTL mentor, and directs the Technical Writing BA and advises the Composition and Rhetoric MA program. She runs a Facebook learning community to allow instructors to learn from each other. https://www.facebook.com/groups/632930835501841 Big bold ideas explored this week:   Allowing students to use AI in their rough drafts and final drafts of papers can be a valuable learning experience. Reflecting on the effectiveness of AI tools and using the right tool for the job is crucial. Preserving individuality and voice in writing is important in the age of AI. Having conversations with students about AI, including discussions on bias and prompt engineering, is essential. AI can enhance accessibility in education and make learning more inclusive. Connect with our guest: www.linkedin.com/in/laura-dumin157  ldumin157.com  https://www.facebook.com/groups/632930835501841   Thank you to our show sponsor Lebra learn more:  https://www.lebrahq.com/  

Are you struggling with finding the desired outcome of your technical writing? You might've been overlooking some crucial details that make your writing doesn't deliver the message to your audience properly. Pam Hurley is the founder of Hurley Write, which provides customized writing and reviewing workshops for world-class companies. Pam started her career in higher education, teaching students in technical subjects who were frequently irritated by their "inability" to write. Pam wanted these gifted, intelligent kids to know they could write; they just lacked the necessary resources. With over 125 years of combined experience working with professionals in a number of areas, including energy, engineering, biotech/pharma, government, and aerospace, Hurley Write's team of experts is made up of seasoned writers, teachers, and writing coaches. Hurley Write contends that critical thinking and problem-solving skills are the cornerstones of excellent document writing, which extends far beyond syntax. Pam joined us today to talk about some strategies to achieve better readability and response from your technical writing. We start the conversation with Pam defining technical writing and how writing strategies can solve the problem of writing. Pam then educates us on the importance of knowing the audience that you are writing for, along with the three types of readers: primary, secondary, and tertiary. We then talk about the role critical thinking plays in technical writing, along with how it helps to figure out the needs of your audience. We also hear Pam's take on using generative AI for writing and why writing on your own is important as a skill. In this phase of the conversation, Pam explains how assessing feedback can help you to improve the quality of your writing. Then we pay attention to the synchronization of headings and sub-headings of a writing and how you can use it to get the attention of the reader. Furthermore, Pam talks about finding the balance between what the writer wants and what the reader wants. EPISODE HIGHLIGHTS [02.14] What is technical writing? [03.08] Technical writing strategy. [05.10] The importance of knowing your audience when writing.  [07.10] Structure of the documents. [08.55] Critical thinking. [11.13] The role of generative AI in writing.  [15.22] How to improve the quality of your writing.  [19.26] Headings and sub-headings.  [21.21] How to craft a sub-heading?  [20.20] Finding the balance between what you want and what the reader wants.  [25.53] PowerPoint presentations.  [28.11] SOP and process mapping.  [31.05] The first steps to get better at your technical writing.   TIPS & TOOLS TO IMPLEMENT TODAY Know your audience.  A strategy that works for everyone might not work for you.  Give the employees the time and space to write.  Have the courage to try different things especially, if what you've been doing has no positive impact.  Look for keywords that portray the gist of your writing to create a sub-heading.   Are people problems eroding your company's profits? Discover proven strategies to lead, strategize, and sell effectively, ensuring your projects stay profitable. Elevate your construction business by purchasing Construction Genius: Effective, Hands-On, Practical, Simple, No-BS Leadership, Strategy, Sales, and Marketing Advice for Construction Companies today and turn your people problems into profit!: https://www.amazon.com/Construction-Genius-Effective-Hands-Leadership/dp/B0BHTRDY1T/ Is an executive or leader in your company struggling? Reach out to Eric to discuss how his transformative executive approach can help. Schedule a 10 minute call with Eric today to learn more: 10minuteswitheric.youcanbook.me   RESOURCES Connect with Pam Hurley LinkedIn - linkedin.com/in/hurleywrite/  Website - hurleywrite.com/   

In this episode, we dive into the topic of changing careers, pivoting effectively, and setting yourself up for success in the ever-evolving landscape of career and work. Whether you're feeling stuck in your current job, considering a new career path, or simply looking to future-proof your skill set, this episode is packed with insights, strategies, and inspiration to help you navigate the journey of career change with confidence and clarity. Whether you're embarking on a major career shift, exploring new possibilities, or seeking to enhance your marketability in your current role, this episode will empower you to take proactive steps towards creating a career that aligns with your passions, values, and aspirations. To help us with all of this today we have an incredible guest and new friend to the show! Let's learn more about Gigi StephensonAngie “Gigi” Stephenson is a powerhouse in the Triangle business community, with over 13 years of experience in Human Resources, Recruiting, Technical Writing, and Program Management. She founded Silver Key Career Solutions in 2016, revolutionizing career services in Raleigh by equipping job seekers with crucial skills to land their dream jobs. Gigi's deep understanding of both the interview process and recruiter needs has enabled her to help countless individuals succeed in their careers.In addition to Silver Key, she co-founded Networking Women of the Triangle (NWOTT), a thriving organization with over 54,000 members that hosts career fairs and networking events. Gigi's passion for supporting women in business and her expertise in HR and recruiting have made a significant impact on the community.Originally from Fayetteville, NC, Gigi holds a BS in Sociology from UNC Pembroke and an AAS in Business Administration from Fayetteville Technical Community College. A member of the Professional Association of Resume Writers and Career Coaches (PARWCC), she is dedicated to inspiring future generations with diverse career path options.Tune in as we unpack the strategies, mindset shifts, and actionable steps you can take to not only change careers but also posture yourself for a bright and fulfilling future filled with growth, success, and purpose. Let's embark on this journey of transformation together – because your career evolution starts now. Thank you for listening to We Go Boldly.Links and ResourcesWebsite: www.goboldlyinitiative.comIG: @goboldlytogether Find Gigi: hello@silverkeync.com; Silver Key (silverkeync.com); Silver Key Career Solutions (@silverkeycareersolutions) • Instagram photos and videos; https://www.linkedin.com/company/16213693/Social Media Handles: follow us on IG @goboldlytogether, FB @goboldlytogether, or LI @go-boldly-initiative or email us at info@goboldlyinitiative.com.Thank you for tuning into We Go Boldly. If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe, leave a review, and share it with friends who might also be looking for a career change. For more updates and episodes, follow us on IG @goboldlytogether, FB @goboldlytogether, or LI @go-boldly-initiative. Stay tuned for our next episode where we kick off our mini season all about Joy and Celebration. Did you enjoy this episode? We would love to hear your thoughts and more about your personal development journey. Head to Apple Podcasts and then rate, review, and subscribe. This way you will get notified once a new episode goes live. Don't forget to find us and subscribe on YouTube too. CONNECT WITH RIELLY AND TOVAHInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/goboldlytogether/Website: goboldlyinitiative.com or https://we-go-boldly-podcast.simplecast.com/YouTube:https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCsPh8gu_ugJqvvnYiuRSyPQLinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/company/go-boldly-initiativePatreon: https://www.patreon.com/wegoboldlyFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/GoBoldlyTogetherPinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/GoBoldlyTogether/

During this radio segment you will hear Andreana Binder discuss the Art of Writing, Embracing your Creativity, how she got into the Technical Writing space etc. Live callers dial in to share their views and ask questions. ANDREANA'S CONTACT INFO https://www.writespacehouston.org/andreana-binder.html CALL TO ACTION Subscribe / Follow GEMS with Genesis Amaris Kemp podcast on audio platform & YouTube channel, Hit the notifications bell so you don't miss any content, and share with family/friends.   GENESIS'S INFO https://genesisamariskemp.net/genesisamariskemp   If you would like to be a SPONSOR or have any of your merchandise mentioned please reach out via email --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/genesis-amaris-kemp/support

Curious about what it takes to write a technical book as a network engineer? You're in luck. The team behind Nautobot is also the team behind the book “Network Automation with Nautobot: Adopt a network source of truth and a data-driven approach to networking.” Jason, Ken, and John tell us about their writing process, timeline,... Read more »

Curious about what it takes to write a technical book as a network engineer? You're in luck. The team behind Nautobot is also the team behind the book “Network Automation with Nautobot: Adopt a network source of truth and a data-driven approach to networking.” Jason, Ken, and John tell us about their writing process, timeline,... Read more »

On today's episode of Mother Daughter Connections®, I'm joined by author, speaker, and mom, Jesica Medellin.   Jesica Medellin is the creative author behind the book First Moon Manual: Letters to Our Daughters, which is a compilation of letters, art, and poetry about the emotional side of menstruation.   Jesica has a Master's degree in Education with an emphasis in Curriculum and Instruction Design and a Bachelor's degree in Communication/Journalism with a minor in Technical Writing from Weber State University in Ogden, Utah. She is passionate about helping women feel informed, empowered, and positive about their menstrual cycles.   Jesica believes that menstruation is a natural and beautiful part of being a woman, and she wants to help young women celebrate their bodies and their cycles.    Today, Jesica and I discuss aspects menstruation…including: The Top 3 Ways moms (unintentionally) disempower their daughters regarding menstruation How to help your daughter positively transition into experiencing her menstrual cycles. How dads/fathers can support their daughters during their menstrual cycles.   …and a WHOLE LOT MORE! __________________________________   To Connect With Jesica:   BOOK: First Moon Manual on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/First-Moon-Manual-Letters-Daughters/dp/B0B37KWV1B   WEBSITE: JMMedellin.com - Sign up for my Monday Mantra email - an email that has a mantra to get through the week, includes updates on FMM, Submissions for next manuals, and upcoming events.   SOCIAL MEDIA: Instagram: @firstmoonmanual   MENSTRUATION/PERIOD RESOURCE: https://www.theagendaperiod.com     ____________________________________________________________________________   Looking for a Mom Coach/Personal Trainer to help you in your mother-daughter relationship journey?   Let me be your Mother Daughter Relationship Personal Trainer & Coach.   GET ON THE WAITING LIST for the  Motherhood Mastery Mentoring™ (M3) Program   EMAIL ME AT Dr.Deering@CurativeConnections.com to be added to the wait list! ____________________________________________________________________________   And Remember To: ↓   CLICK 5-STARS for this episode & WRITE A COMMENT IN THE REVIEWS.       Let's connect :)   Sincerely, Dr. Michelle Deering   PS: Make sure to CONNECT WITH ME.   You can do so  THROUGH THESE RESOURCES:   Apply To Get Motherhood Mentoring: Click HERE   PDF: The Quick Guide To Argue Less & Connect More With Your Daughter   Book (AUDIBLE): What Mothers Never Tell Their Daughters: 5 Keys To Building Trust, Restoring Connection, & Strengthening Relationships   Online Course:www.GetYourDaughterTalkingNow.com   Individual Consultation Services: Apply to The Life Mirror Remedy® Program (TLMR®)   ©2024 Dr. Michelle Deering | All rights reserved.   This podcast and its content are the copyrighted and owned material of Dr. Michelle Deering and Curative Connections® - ©Dr. Michelle Deering & ©Curative Connections LLC. Trademarked material is owned by Dr. Michelle Deering &/or Curative Connections LLC. No materials, in part or in whole, of this production may be copied and/or (re)distributed in any form or medium without the expressed written consent of the owner. | All rights reserved.