Technically-Write!: Communicating in a Technological Era - Softcover

Blicq, Ron S

Softcover

ISBN 10: 0139044345 ISBN 13: 9780139044342

Publisher: PRENTICE HALL INC, 1993

Synopsis

This complete, "on-the-job" exploration of both written and oral communication concentrates on the most effective techniques for the types of communications most frequently encountered in today's business world. This new edition updates coverage to accurately reflect the techniques used to write today's professional correspondence and reports. The book uses the example of two employees involved in two technically-oriented companies, the type of work they perform, and some typical situations that call for them to communicate with clients, suppliers, and each other, to drive home the concepts presented. Topics include: letters, memos, and e-mail; short, informal reports; larger informal and semiformal reports; formal reports; technical proposals; communicating with prospective employers; and technical writing. For any employee whose responsibilities include preparing reports and documents; also for those where speaking at meetings and seminars is a necessary part of their jobs. This book can serve as an excellent reference for job-hunters.

About this title

From the Publisher:

A complete ,"on-the-job" exploration of both written and oral communication. Focuses on the most effective techniques for the types of communications most frequently encountered in the business.

From the Back Cover:

Key Benefit:The book is a complete exploration of the most effective techniques for written and oral communication most frequently used on the job or in the job-seeking process. Key Topics: Helps the reader organize technical documents for effective communication and helps sharpen his or her technical communication skills for short informal reports, longer informal and semiformal reports, formal reports, technical document illustration, and communicating with prospective employers. Market: A must-see reference for technical writers and anyone involved in the electronics and computer science field.

About this edition

• Publisher: PRENTICE HALL INC
• Publication date: 1993
• ISBN 10: 0139044345
• ISBN 13: 9780139044342
• Binding: Paperback
• Edition number: 4
• Number of pages: 405