Work Instructions Should Make Work Easier Not Harder Most businesses have work instructions that employees either ignore or struggle to follow. They are either too long too vague or buried in a folder no one remembers exists. If work instructions are not clear accessible and actually useful people will not
AI is a helpful tool when used correctly. The key is knowing where it fits into the writing process without sacrificing quality. Automation can improve efficiency, but documentation still needs a human touch to make it readable and user-friendly. Here’s how businesses can use AI without losing quality. 1. Use
Businesses spend millions rolling out new systems. Yet, most struggle with adoption. I have spent over a decade working on digital transformation projects, helping change teams, training managers, and frontline employees get used to new systems. I have seen the same mistakes happen again and again. The issue is not
Why Businesses Struggle Without Documented Processes Most businesses operate with undocumented processes—until something goes wrong. When key employees leave, their knowledge walks out the door with them. New hires struggle to learn the ropes because nothing is written down. Teams waste time asking the same questions and doing work inconsistently.
Technical writing is all about creating documents that people can actually use and understand. It’s not just about writing down facts. It’s about making sure your audience gets the information they need in a way that’s clear and practical. Here are the 10 commandments of technical writing to help you
Why Document Templates Matter Document templates set the foundation for professional, consistent, and efficient business communication. But who actually creates document templates? Many businesses rely on poorly formatted, inconsistent, or outdated templates, leading to: ❌ Wasted time – Employees spend too much time formatting documents from scratch.❌ Inconsistent branding –
New hires walk through the door, excited and ready to get started. Then, the onboarding begins. Endless documents, training sessions that drag on, and information overload. By the time they actually get to work, most of what they learned is already forgotten. Some employees take weeks, even months, to fully
Why Business Policies Matter Business policies are the foundation of how a company operates. They outline rules, expectations, and legal requirements to ensure smooth operations and compliance. But who actually writes business policies? Many companies assume policies can be written by a manager, HR rep, or even a legal team.
Rolling out new software? Hoping employees will follow the work instructions and adopt it smoothly? Most businesses assume people will read the documentation, follow the steps, and get on with their work. The truth? They won’t. Not because they are lazy. Not because they don’t care. But because most work
