Chapter 1, Additional Exercise 6: Learning About the Lives of Technical Communicators

"A Week in the Life of a Technical Communicator" gives a clear overview of the different tasks that make up the workday of a typical technical communicator. As you read about the author's professional life, notice how many of the tasks she performs call for interpersonal skills in addition to writing skills. Is any information on this site surprising to you? If so, why? Be prepared to share your findings with the class.