Re: to show samples or not??

Subject: Re: to show samples or not??
From: Marc Santacroce <santa -at- TFS -dot- COM>
Date: Wed, 7 Jun 1995 14:15:01 -0800

At 2:52 PM 6/7/95, Emily Sopensky wrote:
>Rarely, if ever, would I NOT show samples. Generally, you are the expert and
>the client is not. Help them understand what you do. Put it in context for
>them.

>Showing will also demonstrate that you've finished products and care and
>understand the process enough to get it done.

Also,many clients don't have
>the foggiest what technical communicators do (even though they claim they
>do). Giving them something to hold has a calming effect.

>==========
Right on Emily...

In addition to examples of my work, my portfolio includes a graphic
portrayal of the production process, including the use of story boards, so
that I can demonstrate what I can do for a client/employer.

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