Speaker: John Hedtke
About the program
Even in the best of times, it can be a challenge to find work. Technical communicators are occasionally at an added disadvantage of having to sell the value of our profession as well as ourselves as candidates, so anything we can do to give ourselves an edge is helpful.
This presentation by international award-winning author John Hedtke is of great value both to people who are currently seeking jobs as well as those who are secure in their current positions. It will show you two dozen ways to find work you probably haven’t even considered. There will be tips on common ideas such as updating your resume and creating a portfolio, but the presentation will rapidly expand to discuss ways in which you might create work for yourself and open up new work venues.
(Note: Most of the techniques discussed can be adapted by other professionals, so even if you’re moving away from technical communication or you have a spouse/friend who’s at a professional level but not a technical communicator, this is still an excellent seminar for info on finding work.)
About the speaker
John Hedtke is the award-winning author of 27 books. He has over 30 years in the software business and technical writing, and over a decade in technical publications management. John has developed and written documentation and books for many leading software products, and has received 26 writing awards to date. A complete list of books, articles, projects, and awards can be found online at his website, www.hedtke.com.
John owns Double Tall Consulting, a company that offers writing and business consulting services for a variety of private, public, and governmental clients. He also does numerous radio and magazine interviews and makes frequent appearances for lectures, conferences, and science-fiction conventions. John was a Director on the STC’s Board and is a Fellow of the Society. When not otherwise occupied, John writes scurrilous songs and sleeps late as much as possible. He lives in Steilacoom, WA, with his wife Marilyn and two old cats.
Event Info
Time: Wednesday, January 10, 2024, at 6:30 PM Pacific
Location: Zoom
Program:
6:30 to 7:00: Networking
7:00 to 7:25: Announcements
7:30 to 8:30: Presentation
8:30 to 8:45: More networking
~ 8:45: End the Zoom meeting
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https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86388481798
Meeting ID: 863 8848 1798
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Important notes:
- Members of other chapters welcomed. If you belong to another STC chapter, you can attend our meetings.
- IABC members welcome. All members of the San Francisco Chapter of the IABC are welcome to register for Berkeley STC General Meetings.
- Non-members can attend. You don’t have to be a member to attend our meetings.
- Tell us if you’re hiring or job-hunting. Attendees are encouraged to announce open positions or to announce that they are searching for work. Feel free to bring job listings, resumes, or business cards for distribution.
