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I’m on the Board of Directors of Chicago Writers Association, and we conducted a member survey last year to find out how the organization can better serve them. Many of them expressed interest in educational and in-person networking events. I decided to coordinate four education/networking events this year. The first event, Path to Published, will…
All content begins with writing. I’m not just saying this because I believe it so. I’m saying it because it is so. Following are a few examples of the power of writing. Writing is the first step in bringing an idea to life. You have to write the vision and make it plain. No movie…
I am proud to share that my article, How to Be a Prepared Presenter Outside of the Club, is published in this month’s Toastmaster magazine. The information in this article was transcribed from my conversation about Preparing for Presentations with Marki Lemons-Rhyal last year. So, if you have great information on your blog, social media…
My Workshop, 4 Ways to Add Power to Your Bio, will be held this Saturday, from 9:30 am to 11:30 pm at Marquette Bank on 6316 S. Western. Register now on EventBrite. Hope to see you there! Save Save
The World Wide Web can be a great place to be in, especially if you know the right techniques. If you are in the world of SEO and online marketing, then link building and content marketing are two concepts you need to not only know but also familiarize with to ensure success. By definition, link…
This article was originally posted on LinkedIn on February 6, 2017. After speaking with several professionals in different industries about their bios, the following three mistakes were discovered. 1. You Don’t Have One Bios tell your professional story in a narrative format. It highlights who you are, what you do, and your accomplishments at work and…
My friend, Veronica Barney, is coordinating the 2017 Oratorical Contest & Brunch on February 18, 2017. Students in 6th through 9th grades will compete for cash prizes while attendees break bread. This is an experience you don’t want to miss. The contest begins at 11:00 a.m. at Fuller Park, 331 W. 45th Street, in Chicago….
Tasha Clopton is a #MediaMogul doing wonderful things on radio and television. She’s a co-host of A Vibrant Mix radio show with Tomeiko and Fred and leads the video broadcast at Cosmopolitan Church Church. I wanted to interview her because her team is doing great things but not enough people know about them. During the…
I’m pleased to announce my first workshop of 2017: 4 Ways to Add Power to Your Professional Bio. Do you have a professional biography in your personal branding toolbox? If you don’t, it’s time to craft a powerful bio to let people know who you are, what you do, whom you serve, and what you’ve…
We are in a knowledge economy where content is the key that unlocks doors to opportunities and profitability. Unfortunately, many small business owners, freelancers, coaches and consultants do not fully understand what content marketing is. To enhance your knowledge of the subject, the definitions of content and content marketing, as well as the benefits of…