Great analysis: I worked for both kinds of compani...

2009-02-02T14:16:00.000Z

Great analysis: I worked for both kinds of companies, but hadn't thought about their cultural differences in these terms.

In my experience, the pure tech shop can indeed be intimidating to tech writers. This is especially true when your background emphasises writing or documentation over technologies and development. But your own confidence and enthusiasm can help to make you a respected contributor.

Unfortunately, this lack of respect may be compounded by (or confused with) sexism, so female tech writers may find it even more difficult to contribute.

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Great analysis: I worked for both kinds of compani...