Encouraging Innovation in Your Organization  

In today's environment we often find ourselves drowning in our work. We don't take the time to stop and assess what we are doing. Are there better ways to do what we do? Are we making the biggest and best contribution we can make? Can you manage innovation? This paper will discuss the importance of innovation and one method we used to drive innovation.

Crawford, Vanadis, Angela Pitts, Rosalind Radcliffe and Leah Ann Seifert. STC Proceedings (2004). Careers>Workplace>Project Management>Assessment

The Grading System of the Real World

At the beginning of each semester, the instructor hands out a syllabus packet which often contains a course outline or schedule and an explanation of the grading policy. The work world has grading systems too, and you need to know about them in advance so you can prepare for Performance Reviews.

Perry, Lynellen D.S. ACM Crossroads (2001). Careers>Workplace>Assessment

In Praise of Applause  

The author calls for a return to public recognition--rather than just a quick e-mail acknowledgment--of people's accomplishments. Legg presents the benefits of public celebration: It opens positive communication, builds self-esteem, inspires others, and shows and gains respect. She also deflates many of the perceived obstacles to public praise, and encourages readers to use their communication skills to acknowledge others.

Legg, Kathy A. Intercom (2000). Careers>Workplace>Assessment

Prove Your Worth!  

Describes ten arguments technical writers can use to demonstrate their importance to their employers.

Hart, Geoffrey J.S. Intercom (2001). Careers>Workplace>Assessment

The Value Added by Technical Communicators  

Edelman lists several arguments technical communicators can use to specify the value they add to an organization.

Edelman, Mark. Intercom (2001). Careers>Workplace>Assessment