Re: New TECHWR-L Poll Question
While the reasons for the friction that characterizes many communicator/SME
relationships can be complex, I'd suggest that part of the friction with
SMEs comes from our willingness to label them as "geeks". While this term
is not always derogatory, we generally mean it to be when we use it, and our
meaning, or intention, is carried over into our relationships with our SMEs.
FYI: Coders call themselves geeks. Similarly, Slashdot, the news-opinion site for developers, subtitles itself "News for Nerds." I've yet to meet a developer who was offended by either name. So, while your sensitivity is well-intentioned, it's misplaced.
(And for the record, despite using the term, I generally get on very well with developers).
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