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Wednesday, March 18th, 2009Here’s the thing: That guy over there already wrote the post you were thinking about. Someone applied for that job, registered that domain, reached out to that influencer, entered that contest, landed that client, invented that product, wrote that book.
So what?
Revelation
I have just realized that, for some reason, I am always having the same revelations.
About [...]
25 Random Things You Don’t Want to Share Online. Even if you think it’s safe.
Friday, February 6th, 2009When it comes to your personal brand online, we’ve come a long way when it comes to transparency on the web. This is a great thing for making the web a more open and real place to form connections, network, and share ideas. But it can provide challenges and opportunities for unsavory things to be [...]
The Ultimate “Lost” Field Guide to Writing a Better Blog
Wednesday, January 21st, 2009I’ll admit it. I’m a Lost addict. Of the craziest kind. I’ve been counting down the days to today for months. I go nuts for message boards, dream up elaborate conspiracy theories, and hunt for obscure cultural references inside every episode to research while I watch. I’m pretty sure it drives my husband crazy.
But don’t [...]
Want to Be a Better Blogger? Treat it Like the Job it Is
Friday, January 2nd, 2009The challenges of holding down a full time gig while maintaining a professional presence are no small feat. In fact, in reality, it’s more like holding down two jobs, although one may not pay the same way the other does (if at all). Being a successful blogger requires time, creativity, and consistency. And if you’re [...]
Forget Resolutions. The Secret to Freedom and Focus this Year.
Wednesday, December 31st, 2008It’s been a whirlwind of a year, to say the least. Looking back, I am so thankful for the journey and all I’ve learned. About relationships. About letting go. About starting something. About blogging. About networking. About creativity. About priorities. About myself. About life.
I’ll be honest. I’m a sentimental gal. I love milestones, the bittersweet [...]
This Changes Everything.
Friday, December 12th, 2008Yesterday, I got to experience in person the miracle of birth as my best friend delivered her second daughter after 18 hours of incredibly painful, unmedicated labor. Back labor. If you want to know more about it, Google it, and I’ll spare you the details. But suffice it to say, it was a rough night [...]
Leadership Alive: A Lesson, A Book Review, and A Challenge
Thursday, October 30th, 2008Chuck had reached a point many bloggers reach. He was ready for something new. So, Chuck took a step and launched a new blog despite people who say starting a new blog is a mistake. He ignored the noise and pressed on, determined not just to duplicate but to shatter his former success.
One day, Chuck [...]