Tuesday, September 30, 2008

Importance of good communication skills

Good communication skills are special qualities that every human should possess. The modern world of corporate, technology and learning has laid strong emphasis on basic communication skills. It is nearly impossible to overstate the benefits of being able to communicate well. In this competitive world I feel that communication plays an essential role in the success of an individual as it helps us express ourselves adequately.

Relationships have always been an integral part of any living and this integral aspect of living is greatly influenced by the skills of communication. Improving on these skills is a key fundamental of improving and maintaining good and healthy relationships.

Effective communication skill is a quality and ability to communicate well with people around you. I feel that it is through your communication that your friends, relatives, customers, clients or colleagues will show interest in you and you’ll feel zing in your life.

Benefits of good communication skills are endless. Effective communication and self development contributes to success in one’s life and every individual should take steps for improving it.

Monday, September 29, 2008

What is Technical Writing

Ever wondered what it takes to create the user manuals or instruction brochures of the various technologically savvy gadgets that you use. Good technical writing clarifies technical jargon i.e it presents useful information that is clear and easy to understand for the intended audience. Since such information is meant for the layman, simplifying the jargons associated with any particular product or process is the key function of technical writers. It is considered as a bridge between technology and its users. Since for an IT services organization, its user manuals and technical write-ups act as its public face and reflect its level of professionalism; hence technical writing plays a very vital role in the organizations.