Why Geeks Should Write

Writing is something that most of us take for granted on a daily basis. "Geeks" in particular may not get much practice on their formal writing skills because their field of interest or hobbies probably don't require them to exercise them to a great extent. Most geeks have the capacity (and/or patience) to write the same volume as someone who wouldn't be considered a geek but they would have a very different way of expressing their opinions in their writing.

The problem with this is that the geeks of our world come up with some of the most wonderful and innovative ideas. However, these ideas also tend to be expensive and time consuming which means that, in order for them to flourish, there needs to be some sort of external support. Whether it be asking the bank for a loan or explaining a complicated concept to a potential investor there needs to be a kind of communication that can be understood by people who don't think in such "geeky" terms.

It is definitely important to be able to verbally communicate your idea to someone else but most times those who offer you support will want written processes and documentation outlining how you plan on spending their resources to develop your great idea. Formal writing is very important in the world of business and despite how much we geeks would love to smack a folder of equations in front of them and smirk as they attempted to comprehend our obvious superiority it won't exactly land you in their "good books".

Like Santa's List but with more legal disclaimers

The geeks can't stay oblivious to the mysteries of writing forever. Our modern world simply won't allow it. So until one of us geeks comes up with a mind reading device I suggest we all gather up a pen and paper and get to work.