Writing Inclusively about Technology Topics
summary
Creates a usable checklist: use a project style guide to record name spellings, pronouns and wording choices; run spellcheck and a human edit pass; keep diversity metrics and avoid irrelevant identity questions. Claims a 20% revenue lift from inclusive hiring (Forrester study) and shows practical moves: interview prep, asking pronouns, and drafting job ads without “ninja” or “sexy.” Plans a linter to automate style enforcement and reports that editorial workflows reduce errors and speed delivery.
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chapters (15)
- 0:00Introduction
- 3:37Characteristics of Inclusive Writing
- 5:23Style
- 5:45Normality
- 7:12Style Guides
- 9:18Are Style Guides Useful
- 12:32AP Style Quiz
- 14:50Interviewing
- 18:49Followup Activity
- 21:14Pop Quiz
- 22:53Editing
- 24:27Job Listing
- 27:08Writing
- 32:38AP Stylebook
- 32:58Different approaches
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