"An editor is someone who separates the wheat from the chaff - and then prints the chaff." Ronald D. Fuchs Technical Writer Checklist Use the following tips when you prepare technical documents. Write for an intended audience. Use strong verbs. Avoid jargon. Use design by incorporating labels and lists to increase reading ease. Use ample white space. Explain your visuals. Use shorter sentences for more technical information. Reduce passive voice. Check out some of my favorite web sites for help with writing or practical tips to improve presentation skills.  Grammar and Writing: http: owl.english.purdue.edu www.bbc.co.uk/skillwise/ Clever Quotes: www.brainyquotes.com Communication/Email Tips: www.championshipcommunication.com www.tips@peggyduncan.com www.syntaxtraining.com Advanced PowerPoint: www.thinkoutsidetheslide.com Speaking Tips and Resources: www.wisconsinspeakers.com Great Clipart and Photos: www.istock.com             Use Gender Neutral Terms Pay attention to gender when you write.  It is risky business to make judgments about gender.  Rethink some of these outdated gender biased terms and replace them with the neutral form.  Not Neutral Neutral workman worker repairman service technician man-made synthetic salesman sales representative policeman police officer gunman shooter chairman chair, chairperson, leader