TechWhirl (TECHWR-L) is a resource for technical writing and technical communications professionals of all experience levels and in all industries to share their experiences and acquire information.
For two decades, technical communicators have turned to TechWhirl to ask and answer questions about the always-changing world of technical communications, such as tools, skills, career paths, methodologies, and emerging industries. The TechWhirl Archives and magazine, created for, by and about technical writers, offer a wealth of knowledge to everyone with an interest in any aspect of technical communications.
I really have to think this issue is not that difficult. Your boss is
giving you this assignment, you say? Then it is your boss' responsibility
to give you a clear idea of what she wants you to say.
There are really only two topics to consider here. First, what is the
intent of the forum at which you are being asked to speak. Second, why does
your boss want you to talk at this forum. It is incumbent on the boss to
answer these questions, and it is incumbent on you to make sure the boss
does answer these questions.
--
Tom Murrell ||"If the only tool you have is a hammer,
Senior Technical Writer || everything looks like a nail."
Alliance Data Systems, Inc. || http://www.alliancedatasystems.com ||
