Chapter Readings

This reading was an introduction of what lies ahead. I know it is only three chapters but I already feel more comfortable writing.
Chapter 1 is an introduction on technical writing which is very different from writings I did for school so far. Technical writing is emphasising reader friendly approach and effective communication.
I especially found interesting the part that is talking about reader-centered strategies that we can use now on page 18.

• Help your readers find the key information quickly. Stating main point at the beginning
• Use an easy to read writing style, shorter the better, active vs passive voice, speaking in plain language
• Highlight the parts readers will find persuasive
• Talk with your readers, ask them what they want, show them that you are writing for them to understand.

Chapter 20 and 22 are an extension of chapter 1. Here we see examples of writings that we use in workplace, such as memos, letters e-mails and proposals. I have written memos and letters before, but I have never had a chance to write a proposal. The information presented in both chapters if easy to follow and understand. The author is following his suggestions from chapter in his examples of different writing structures, writing for an audience and using the being on the point.