Why did my friend claim to give up Facebook (FB) for Lent and she uploads images from a remote location quite frequently? So, in my view, she is not really giving up Facebook. She’s just not socializing on Facebook. Each time I send her a message through FB, she responds via text or e-mail. Of…
Author: Ms. Marcie
I am a writer, blogger, trainer and author who loves sharing little known and unknown facts.
America….The World is Watching
With the threat of a government shut-down of the most powerful nation in the world; the land of the free; the home of the brave, America is not looking too good. First of all, the whole process appears to be about ego and not the people. Second, it shows that Democrats and Republicans cannot get…
The Best of Both Worlds
While sitting in the Writing for the Web workshop sponsored by the Community Media Workshop this weekend, I had a couple of revelations. First, I could have successfully taught that class since I have been blogging for almost three years now. Second, as a journalist and blogger, I am enjoying the best of both of…
What or Who Do People Associate You With?
This topic came to mind as it occurred to me that there are a few people, places or events people associate me for various reasons. The great thing about those associations is they are all positive, based on things I’ve done and where I should be. Check out the few main things and people associate…
Internship Opportunity at Joy Media
Joy Media is looking for an intern. The position is non-paid. It offers an oppty. for underemployed or unemployed publishing pal to help advance the Joy Media brand. This position would also help someone just getting into the media business. The requirement is up to ten hours a week. The location is Chicago’s north side….
Marcie Hill – Author
After years of writing for magazines and newspapers; writing, publishing and editing Shorty in Da House newsletter every month for over eight years; and responding to, “When are you writing your book?” with “someday soon,” I am proud to say that I am officially an author. My eBook, The ABCs of Live Blogging: Quick Tips…
Note to Minorities: The Gap Wants Your Money, Not You
According to an article on Target Market News website, Gap Inc. is “looking to younger blacks and Hispanics to lure new customers.” The company is doing this not because they really want to appeal to these groups, but because their bottom line says they need to. The story opens by saying “that The Gap Inc….
It’s Not Easy Being a Creative Entrepreneur
I was sharing another business idea with my mother and she said to me, “You have so many ideas. Why haven’t you done anything with them.” I almost fell out. If I had time to implement every idea that came to mind that was profitable and viable, that would be great. If I had help…
Dutch Government Taxing Prostitutes
I just read a story on BBC News about the Dutch government is looking to tax prostitutes.Apparently, Amsterdam has built quite a reputation for having an interesting red-light district. These days, it’s not just about servicing clients; it has become a tourist attraction. Now, the government wants a piece of the action. There were a…
What I Really Need Is…..
I went to a networking event on Tuesday and the DJ was playing really good house music. I couldn’t stop dancing. A young lady told me that I need to get out more. While that’s probably true, what I really need is a consistent cash flow so I can dance on an island with a…