learning from experience
National Reading Day isn’t just for kids. It’s a reminder that strong writers—and stronger communities—start with a culture of reading. Here’s why reading matters more than ever for technical writers, content creators, and anyone navigating the AI era.
Change initiatives often fail for predictable reasons. Learn how to overcome resistance, clarify goals, improve communication, and adapt plans to lead change that actually sticks.
In technical writing, synonyms can be troublemakers. Learn how to spot rogue word choices, build consistency, and keep your documentation clear and user-friendly—without losing your sense of humor.
Most resolutions fail before February, but that doesn’t mean you should give up on growth. Learn why Ditch New Year’s Resolutions Day exists, why we burn out so fast, and how goal-setting (done right) keeps progress going all year long.
Hybrid work isn’t about showing up to the office a few days a week. It’s about redefining what the office is for. This article explores how organizations can turn in-person time into a collaboration accelerator through project kickoffs, strategy sessions, innovation workshops, and more.
Technology may enable progress, but people make it happen. Explore how empathy, leadership, documentation, and training form the real backbone of successful digital transformation.
A memorable New Year’s Eve party has structure, flow, and joy—just like great instructional design. This fun, metaphor-rich post explores how to plan, pace, and celebrate learning with the flair of a midnight countdown.
A new year brings a new mindset for instructional designers. This humorous letter from your future self offers five resolutions for smarter, learner-centered, and AI-savvy course design in 2026.
Deck the halls? Absolutely not. This is Festivus—a non-denominational, no-frills holiday built on honesty, wrestling, and an aluminum pole. This user guide walks you through every step, from installing the pole to surviving the Airing of Grievances, with plenty of humor and practical troubleshooting along the way.
Reskilling and upskilling are no longer optional—they’re essential for staying relevant in 2026. Learn what skills technical writers, instructional designers, and knowledge management professionals need to thrive in an AI-augmented world.
