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Ah, AI-generated content—the magical, slightly terrifying gift that keeps on giving. Whether you’re a content creator, marketer, or just someone who really hates writing emails, AI tools have swooped in, promising to handle all your writing woes. But is AI-generated content a digital dream come true or a recipe for robotic nonsense? Let’s explore the pros and cons.
Although the tech market has been a bit unsteady since the Covid-19 pandemic led to layoffs at major tech companies like Amazon, Microsoft, and Meta, U.S. tech jobs are projected to grow at twice the rate of the overall workforce in the next 10 years. Whether you’re new to the workforce, looking to break into tech, or an experienced worker needing to upskill or reskill, training is the key to staying competitive in this rapidly evolving job market. Let’s learn why tech skills are in such high demand and how training can help both newcomers and seasoned professionals keep up.
Let’s be honest—most corporate training sessions are about as exciting as watching paint dry. Traditional approaches, like endless PowerPoint slides and monotonous lectures, often fail to engage learners, let alone inspire real change. If training is going to drive real behavior shifts, it needs to be immersive, interactive, and, dare we say, even fun.
You don’t just blow up a moon-sized battle station without solid training, leadership, and a little thing called standard operating procedures (SOPs). In fact, the entire plot of the original Star Wars movie (A New Hope) revolves around getting important documentation in front of the right people. The Empire had vastly superior numbers in both personnel and finances, but ultimately lost the battle, due to a bloated bureaucracy and poor knowledge management. While Darth Vader was going around choking any subordinates who misunderstood or disagreed with him, the Rebels were running a masterclass in effective documentation.
The rise of artificial intelligence (AI) has sparked concerns about job security across many industries, and technical writing is no exception. With AI tools capable of generating text, summarizing content, and even suggesting edits, some worry that technical writers may become obsolete. However, the reality is quite the opposite—AI is not here to replace technical writers but to enhance their capabilities. Here’s why human expertise remains irreplaceable and how technical writers can use AI to improve their work.
Change. Love it or hate it, it’s happening all the time—whether it’s a new software rollout, a company restructure, or your favorite coffee shop suddenly switching to oat milk only. But here’s the thing: change itself isn’t the problem. It’s how we handle it that makes all the difference. That’s where Change Management comes in.
Deciding on a Learning Management System (LMS) is a big step for any organization. Whether you’re rolling out training for employees, customers, or partners, choosing between a self-hosted and a cloud-based LMS will shape your experience for years to come. Before making a decision, consider these key questions to ensure you choose the right fit.
Environmental technical writing is more than just words on a page—it’s about making complex environmental information clear and accessible. Whether it’s explaining the impact of climate change, breaking down regulatory requirements, or guiding the use of green technology, environmental technical writers play a crucial role in communication that leads to real-world action.
Cybersecurity threats are evolving at an alarming pace. Attackers are becoming more sophisticated, employing social engineering, deepfake technology, and AI-driven phishing campaigns to bypass traditional security measures. Firewalls, antivirus software, and intrusion detection systems are essential, but they can only do so much. At the end of the day, one of the biggest vulnerabilities in any organization is human error.
Ever feel like your blog readers have the attention span of a goldfish? You’re not wrong—studies suggest you’ve got about eight seconds to hook them before they bounce off to TikTok, cat videos, or whatever shiny thing distracts them next. So how do you keep them reading? Here are five tried-and-true (and slightly sneaky) ways to grab their attention and keep it.
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