Technical Blog

This week's reading included the topic of developing an effective writing style (CH8). In professional writing, an effective style refers to the readability and *impact* (Kat, the text used this word) of the writing piece. I find it interesting that readers will judge the writer's style (not the writing itself) as "friendly or stuffy, relaxed or stiff, helpful or condescending." To help the writer creating an effective style, the chapter suggested three sets of guidelines to follow: creating a voice, constructing sentences, and word choice. Following these guidelines should make a great deal of difference in my writing. I've been so accustomed to academic writing that I tend to write passively in the past and using superfluous words to get my point across.

Chapter 19 of the text covers the topic of managing client and service-learning projects. There are three steps to an effective client project management. As the partnership begins, reaching a detailed, mutual understanding of all important aspects of the project is the main priority. As the project proceeds, constant communication with the client is crucial. Finally, as the project is wrapping up, assist the client in taking the next step. The last step mean providing them with all the options and persuade them which ones are the best, but leave the ultimate decision for the client to make. At all time, be candid, specific and is constructive in your communication. This will facilitate the tasks to go by much quicker and yields better results.