Stop and think discuss the importance of technical writing in the workplace

In addition to work-related writing, the responsibilities of being a community
and family member require technical communication. The following list
shows how Sergeant Thomas Hardy of the Palmer City Police Department,
father of two and concerned citizen, uses technical communication on the
job and at home.
Colleagues:  
   e-mail, collaborative incident reports
Boy Scout den parents:  
   fund-raiser announcements, directions to
jamboree
Victims:  
   incident reports, investigative reports
Legislators:  
   letter and e-mail in favor of clean-air regulations
Lawyers, court officials:  
   depositions, testimonies, statements
(possibly televised)
State FBI office:  
   letter of application and resume to advance career
Community members:  
   safety presentation at the local high school
Supervisees:  
   employee regulations, letters of reference, training
procedures
Local newspaper editor:  
   letter thanking community for its help with
jamboree, press release announcing purchase of state-of-the-art police car


STOP AND THINK
Discuss the importance of technical writing in the workplace. How can writing
affect your chances for advancement?