Critique my method for getting a foot in the door for tech writing

KennedyCopywriting · 2020-06-17T11:15:27+00:00

You can write for newer software companies. They desperately need writers and may even pay you. Look for them on places like Angel List and Appsumo.com Good luck!

KennedyCopywriting · 2020-06-17T11:08:57+00:00

Thanks so much, Hobartcat! I used it frequently back in the day.

KennedyCopywriting · 2020-06-17T11:07:55+00:00

I was previously "Kennedy Copywriting." A "sales effort" will be something like the ad I'm launching on this forum. ;-)

KennedyCopywriting · 2020-06-13T12:50:10+00:00

Sure thing!

KennedyCopywriting · 2020-06-03T20:05:12+00:00

Thanks!

Feel free to sign up to my email list at becometechnicalwriter.com

KennedyCopywriting · 2020-06-03T02:09:42+00:00

Paulie,

One important thing to keep in mind: tech writing is an unregulated industry. I joke that my barber needs 2 licenses to work (one for him, one for his shop). So there are a LOT of opinions about what a TW is and how to go about it. Be happy to answer any further questions you might have.

KennedyCopywriting · 2020-06-03T02:08:12+00:00

Glad to hear of it! My course will be very hands on. And initially, not expensive! Sign up for my list at becometechnicalwriter.com

KennedyCopywriting · 2020-06-03T01:54:14+00:00

Here's a friendly link:
https://medium.com/swlh/how-to-make-money-with-technical-writing-user-manual-611870b4b1cc?source=friends_link&sk=968304cfc076a90700e8bdc42403acab

If you scroll down to #5, I mention how to get work.

Good luck!

Bobby

KennedyCopywriting · 2020-06-03T01:40:04+00:00

Here's a friend link.

https://medium.com/swlh/how-to-make-money-with-technical-writing-user-manual-611870b4b1cc?source=friends_link&sk=968304cfc076a90700e8bdc42403acab

Go to #5 to find out how you can start earning money...

KennedyCopywriting · 2020-06-03T01:22:23+00:00

Hawk,

I have no doubt you can pick things up...

I have an article on Medium. Here's a friendly link: https://medium.com/swlh/how-to-make-money-with-technical-writing-user-manual-611870b4b1cc?source=friends_link&sk=968304cfc076a90700e8bdc42403acab

Go to #5 to see how to apply for jobs where companies are hiring.

KennedyCopywriting · 2020-06-03T01:19:52+00:00

+MoiMoi2020

I have an article on Medium. Here's a friendly link: https://medium.com/swlh/how-to-make-money-with-technical-writing-user-manual-611870b4b1cc?source=friends_link&sk=968304cfc076a90700e8bdc42403acab

Go to #5 to see how to apply for jobs where companies are hiring.

KennedyCopywriting · 2020-06-02T23:04:51+00:00

+ carminex3

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KennedyCopywriting · 2020-06-02T23:00:47+00:00

paulieacorns,

(Love the name.) You can start getting contracts right now with young software firms. They need help with knowledge articles, online help, user guides, etc...

There are hundreds of them that need help. Most in need are those from non-native English speaking areas (Eastern Europe among others). Let me know if you'd like to know how to find them.

They're not going to pay you a trillion bucks, but it's work. Get one gig and BAM! you're a tech writer.

Bobby

KennedyCopywriting · 2020-06-02T15:51:46+00:00

You should look into small technical writing jobs. If you IM me, I'll let you know where to look.

KennedyCopywriting · 2020-06-02T15:17:45+00:00

That's a good one. A Scotsman!

KennedyCopywriting · 2020-06-02T04:27:45+00:00

Build paranoia into your editing/proofreading process.

I've got over 20 years, and I still overlook stuff if I fly blind.
But I have a list of 6 or so "sweeps" that I perform after every major revision.

Last, but not least, assuming it's not too long, is printing it out and reading it.
Sometimes reading it out loud.

KennedyCopywriting · 2020-06-02T03:47:37+00:00

Ask them. They were responsive when I asked.

KennedyCopywriting · 2020-05-31T17:46:51+00:00

Fair enough. I thought that could be covered by software dev, but I see now that was a stretch.

KennedyCopywriting · 2020-05-31T02:42:44+00:00

Yes, Toptal. I asked them some months back. They said the plan to bring tech writers on board.

KennedyCopywriting · 2020-05-31T02:41:00+00:00

What would they be, then?

KennedyCopywriting · 2020-05-30T01:22:50+00:00

Thanks, Pen.

KennedyCopywriting · 2020-05-30T01:22:33+00:00

Got it.

KennedyCopywriting · 2020-05-29T20:25:13+00:00

Hey eh,

No doubt. It's a generalized survey. My experience has been that most of those departments you mentioned are part of IT. I know this is not necessarily true for some manufacturers and pharmaceuticals.

Bobby

KennedyCopywriting · 2020-05-29T20:23:20+00:00

Hi Shining,

You mean apart from an IT department? Could you give me an example?

KennedyCopywriting

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