Re: Newbie to Tech Writing wants advice re: schools

["Milan Davidovic" <milan -dot- lists -at- gmail -dot- com>]

On Wed, Jul 9, 2008 at 3:31 PM, Dawn Throener <D -dot- Throener -at- gmail -dot- com> wrote:
> Hello all!
> I'm Dawn, a newbie to this group (joined yesterday).

Hi, Dawn.

> What's going to get me ahead and eventually
> set me apart from others in the field to get a job?

I think that what would eventually set you apart is:

- having a demonstrable record of good work (portfolio)
- being well known for it (network of professional contacts).

Having been trained in a reputable program may help you achieve those
things, but so would a handful of good starter gigs (complete with
good mentoring).

You may find some useful thoughts here:

http://stc-on.org/wiki/Starting_as_a_Certified_and_Inexperienced_Writer

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Milan Davidovic
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