Business

As a previous business owner I understand business needs and priorities.

When crafting content I consider the purpose, urgency, source, tone and reader’s perspective to coalesce into a clear and effective message.
Technology

For over 20 years I have worked as an IT professional. I have supported networks, programmed, developed websites, solved enumerable problems and provided many solutions.

With broad and deep technology experience I am comfortable learning, translating and communicating IT for any intended audience.
Marketing

My interest in business, psychology, communication and influencing extends to marketing, UI/UX design, and copywriting ─ which fascinate me.

Extensive study of these subjects provides me with inexhaustible resources to craft powerful and compelling marketing content.
Technical Writer / Content  Developer
Michael Lloyd
Supporting Qualities
The approach, voice and attitude of a message or document lays the foundation, which – to a great extent, determines communication effectiveness.

Before crafting a message, the subject and approach must be understood. Each project includes unique objectives and criteria, and requires an appropriate voice.

Regardless of my familiarity with a subject I first seek to understand. The organization mentality, subject qualities, purpose, target persona and the message context are all important in determining an optimal approach.

I take the above into consideration and use analytical and creative thinking to resolve my voice, attitude and approach.
The approach, voice and attitude of a message or document lays the foundation, which – to a great extent, determines communication effectiveness.

Before writing, the subject and approach must be understood. Each project includes unique objectives and criteria, and requires an appropriate voice.

Regardless of my familiarity with a subject I first seek to understand. The organization mentality, subject qualities, purpose, target persona and the message context are all important in determining an optimal approach.

I take the above into consideration and use intellectual and creative thinking to resolve my voice, attitude and approach.
An inseparable aspect of every communication is the recipient, the target audience, the persona. Failing to incorporate this consideration defeats a primary objective of any communication to connect with the reader.

When writing an informational, expressive or persuasive message, I consider each type of reader, the context, attitude and other factors, to ensure the message is effective and well received.

A clear and eloquent message, expressed from a considerate perspective, may still be misunderstood or interpreted negatively. Each revision includes careful consideration for different perspectives and interpretations.

Regardless of the source or purpose of the message, the intended reader needs to understand why they care. What’s important to them. They need to understand the benefit, impact, or how this involves their concerns.

Whether an internal business document, a sign, procedures, website content, marketing literature or something else, the benefit, needs and interests of the reader are carefully considered.
An inseparable aspect of every communication is the recipient, the target audience, the persona. Failing to incorporate this consideration defeats a primary objective of any communication, to connect with the reader.

When writing an informational, expressive or persuasive message, I consider each type of reader, the context, attitude and other factors, to ensure the message is effective and well received.

A clear and eloquent message, expressed from a considerate perspective, may still be misunderstood or interpreted as having a bad attitude. Each revision includes careful consideration for different perspectives and interpretations.

Regardless of the source or purpose of the message, the intended reader needs to understand why they care. What’s important to them. They need to understand the benefit, impact, or how this involves their concerns.

Whether an internal business document, a sign, procedures, website content, marketing literature or something else, the benefit, needs and interests of the reader are carefully considered.
I am there for the mission. Technical writing isn't just writing, it's using understanding, skill and technology to present and communicate effectively. I will do whatever it takes (e.g. research, troubleshoot, learn, test, etc.) to provide a superior result.

It is not enough to develop knowledge and skill. Everything is in a state of flux, change, evolution. The incessant process of atrophy demands we continually improve or suffer diminishing value.

My personal standards are equally pervasive. My results represent me. I therefore strive to make everything I produce my best effort.

Mastering a subject or skill is important to me. I have amassed an extensive library of courses and books – which I study frequently. My library provides inexhaustible resources to further my understanding in technical writing, design, copywriting, persuasion, psychology, and related. My library is exceptional, from top experts in each field.
It is not enough to develop a knowledge base and skill set. Everything is in a state of flux, change, evolution. The incessant process of atrophy demands we continually improve or suffer diminishing value.

My personal standards are equally pervasive. Mastering a chosen subject or skill is important to me. My solutions and creations represent me. I therefore strive to make everything I produce my best effort.

I have amassed an extensive library of courses and books – which I study daily. My learning library provides me with endless resources to further develop and refine my understanding in business, marketing and copywriting, persuasion, psychology and human nature, and other humanities.

Among my skills is to methodically research, compare and select the best solution or resource for a particular purpose. My learning library is exceptional, from the greatest minds – top experts in each field.
An understanding of human nature, motivations, desires, and emotions provides a powerful resource for relating to others.

From an early age, and throughout my life I have been deeply interested in psychology – what I call ‘understanding the mind’. My interest has led me to explore consciousness, the sub-conscious, meditation, emotions, our three thinking centers, the primitive part of our brain and more.

It is my nature to find practical use for the knowledge and understanding I acquire. I apply my understanding of the mind to communication – writing included, interpersonal skills, and helping others when the opportunity is presented.

I am an equally developed analytical and creative thinker. When an intellectual approach seems insufficient I switch to an abstract, creative approach and lucidly meditate on the subject. This method, which I apply to my writing, provides me with creative and effective results.
An understanding of human nature, motivations, desires and emotions provides a powerful resource for relating to others.

From an early age, and throughout my life I have been deeply interested in psychology – what I call ‘understanding the mind’. My interest has led me to explore consciousness, the sub-conscious, meditation, emotions, our three thinking centers, the primitive part of our brain and more.

It is my nature to find practical use for the knowledge and understanding I acquire. I apply my understanding of the mind to communication – writing included, interpersonal skills, and helping others when the opportunity is presented.

I am an equally developed analytical and creative thinker. When an intellectual approach seems insufficient I switch to an abstract, creative approach and lucidly meditate on the subject. This method, which I apply to my writing, provides me with creative and effective results.
A diverse and colorful background provides character and rich experience to draw from. Such diversity can be essential to connect to a persona when convincing, influencing or explaining.

I’ve experienced poverty and privilege. Been stung by evil narcissists, and touched by angelic souls we sometimes encounter along our journey. I am a philosopher, truth seeker, optimist, animal lover, and a student of human nature; spiritual – not religious.

I was a business owner with multiple employees, worked for corporations, small companies and independently. I’ve experienced many countries, lived in several states – visited many more, and served in the military.

I have experienced loss. In July 2008 my mother died, three months later my younger sister followed. Before the end of the year I lost my wife, job, house, pretty much everything!

Throughout my life I have developed and adopted philosophies – an evolving foundation of perspective and truths relating to the nature of reality and others.
A diverse and colorful background provides character and rich experience to draw from. Such diversity can be essential to connect to a persona when convincing, influencing or explaining.

I’ve experienced poverty and privilege. Been stung by evil narcissists, and touched by angelic souls we sometimes encounter along our journey. I am a philosopher, truth seeker, optimist, animal lover, and a student of human nature. Spiritual, though not religious.

I was a business owner with multiple employees, worked for corporations, small companies and independently. I’ve experienced many countries, lived in several states – visited many more, and served in the Navy.

I have experienced loss. In July 2008 my mother died, October 2008 my younger sister followed. Before the end of the year I lost my wife, job, house, pretty much everything!

Throughout my life I have developed and adopted philosophies – an evolving foundation of truths – axioms that provide understanding and perspective, relating to the nature of reality and others.
Writing Specialization
Marketing
Effective marketing copy must be clear, concise and simple; evoke emotions, convey benefits and ignite action. Understanding and connecting with the ideal customer profile is essential.
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Business
Business documents, correspondence and website content must be clear and concise. To be effective they must also be properly structured and expressed for the intended audience.
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Technology
For technical information to be useful it must be expressed at the right level with appropriate language. Too little depth – useless. Too much detail – difficult to find value and understand.
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Developed by Michael Lloyd
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