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Subject:Re: Framemaker, Word and Robohelp From:Bruce Byfield <bbyfield -at- progeny -dot- com> To:"TECHWR-L" <techwr-l -at- lists -dot- raycomm -dot- com> Date:Tue, 16 Jan 2001 15:02:18 -0800
"Gilger.John" wrote:
>
> After all, most of us will admit that we are better at some tasks than
> others. Why not do what you do best and let someone with the complementary
> skill do what they do best. A great writer and a talented graphics artist
> can produce more and better work together than if each were trying to "do it
> all."
Not necessarily. If the two can't coordinate their efforts, the
result could be worse than having a generalist do everything. But,
still, you're generally right.
Unfortunately, you're talking about an ideal situation. I have no
doubt whatsoever that a professional graphic designer can do a
better product sheet than I can, or that a professional usability
tester can run a better beta program than I can. However, often I'm
the person on the spot, and I can do the job well enough to get by.
The fact that I enjoy variety and learning new skills is a bonus,
but, the fact is, few companies have the time, money, nor
inclination to hire specialists for every task. The more skills you
are competent in, the more employable you are in this field. Right
or wrong, it's really as simple as that.
--
Bruce Byfield, Progeny Linux Systems
Contributing Editor, Maximum Linux
604.421.7177 bbyfield -at- progeny -dot- com
"You bought all the props for a world that never was,
Now there's holes in the mirrors and less and less applause,
We are all ungrateful bastards, like a dog that bit your hand,
All these years and you still don't understand."
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