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Activity Number: 293
Type: Invited
Date/Time: Tuesday, August 5, 2008 : 2:00 PM to 3:50 PM
Sponsor: Section on Quality and Productivity
Abstract - #300220
Title: Perspectives on Communicating with Nonstatisticians
Author(s): Martha Gardner*+
Companies: General Electric Global Research
Address: 4031 Buckingham Dr., Schenectady, NY, 12304,
Keywords: Communication ; Engineers ; Scientists
Abstract:

This talk will highlight best practices on communicating with nonstatisticians based on many years of experience conducting collaborative research with other scientists and engineers. Key topics will include becoming a team member versus being a consultant, as well as the prioritization of details. Specific examples will be shared, as well.


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