Articles

Welcome—glad you stopped by. The Articles page is where I share practical advice, real-world stories, and insights on technical writing, documentation, and information design. Whether you’re just starting out or looking to sharpen your skills, there’s something there for you.

Final Check: Testing Documentation for Clarity and Success

You’ve written the document. It’s structured, formatted, and reviewed. But is it actually clear? The final step in any writing process is testing. What makes sense to you might not make sense to the reader. A well-written document isn’t just technically correct; it...

When Writing Fails: Common Pitfalls That Hurt Usability

Technical writing isn’t about sounding smart—it’s about making things work. When users struggle, it’s rarely because they lack intelligence. It’s because the writing failed them. Here’s where things go wrong and what to do instead. 1. The Instructions Don’t Match...

The Flow of Documentation: Organizing for the User’s Mind

Have you ever opened a document and immediately felt lost? The information is all there, but something about the way it’s arranged makes it hard to follow. That’s a structuring problem, not a content problem. Good documentation doesn’t just give information—it guides...

Top 7 money making Technical Writing specialties

Keyword: High-Paying Niches Purpose: Outline profitable areas of technical writing to help readers find a lucrative niche. Top 7 High-Paying Technical Writing Niches in 2024 Technical writing is a diverse field with opportunities spanning industries from technology to...

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5 Steps to Start Making Money as a Technical Writer

Keyword: Technical Writing Income Purpose: Introduce the basics of getting started in technical writing for income potential. Technical writing is one of the most accessible and rewarding ways to enter a high-paying writing career. With an average annual salary of...

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Technical Writers vs. Fast Food Workers: How they make money

Introduction: A Surprising Income Comparison The income disparity between highly skilled technical writers and entry-level fast food workers is narrower than many might expect. This is surprising in today’s job market. Technical writing requires specialized skills. It...

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