Jan Loomis

How to Talk to a Geek is your guide, translator and lifeline for dealing with technology experts. Geeks speak a different language and come from a different culture than the one you inhabit. You can easily get lost in the jargon, abbreviations and maze of unfamiliar terms. Meetings descend into chaos and expenses rise due to misunderstandings.

Use these 84 tips to navigate this tricky territory and improve communications with technology gurus. Understanding how to talk with geeks can prevent wasted resources and wasted opportunities. These tips can move your interactions with technology gurus from frustrating confrontations to successful solutions.