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An Engineer’s Field Guide to Technical Writing

An Engineer’s Field Guide to Technical Writing

To write effective technical documentation, it is important to have empathy for users. Being the most knowledgeable about your product, you often find yourself answering the same questions repeatedly. Taking the time to research and document how things work can alleviate this issue.

Hell Yeah or No

Hell Yeah or No

Focus on what truly excites you and say no to everything else. Clearing away clutter and being deliberate in your actions allows you to make more powerful decisions. Know your priorities and optimize your life around them. Don't be afraid to imitate successful ideas and be prepared for others to criticize your choices. Ultimately, knowing your why and staying true to it is key to finding success and fulfillment.

MAKE: Bootstrapper's Handbook

MAKE: Bootstrapper's Handbook

The Bootstrapper's Handbook emphasizes the importance of solving your own problems as a starting point for business ideas. By identifying and addressing daily challenges using technology, you can create a product that solves problems for many others. Additionally, the product should be something people truly want or need, and growth should be built into the product from the beginning.

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Building a $74k MRR Product as a Rookie Coder

Building a $74k MRR Product as a Rookie Coder

Building a successful product as a rookie coder requires a balance between building and marketing. Focusing solely on building without marketing can be a big mistake. Building an audience becomes easier once you have things to talk about. Providing free, high-quality resources and targeting specific keywords can help attract the target user. SEO optimization, posting blog posts, and acquiring free tools can drive traffic and boost SEO. Listening to early users' feature requests can help gain direction and build a useful platform. Plateauing can be avoided by allocating time for both building and marketing from the early days.

Do You Make Over 20k a Month

Do You Make Over 20k a Month

This document discusses various insights and experiences shared by individuals in the field of entrepreneurship and consulting. Key takeaways include the importance of understanding client needs, building relationships, specializing in a niche, leveraging social media for marketing, providing value-added services, and being adaptable in the online world. It also emphasizes the significance of networking, continuous learning, and having a solid financial background. Overall, the document highlights the strategies and mindset required for success in these industries.