I just got this message and wanted to share it ASAP! Columbia Links Journalism Program for High School Students Do you know any high school students that want to be reporters? They can make their dreams come true by applying for the free journalism program at Columbia Links. Friday, September 30, 2016 is the last…
Author: Ms. Marcie
I am a writer, blogger, trainer and author who loves sharing little known and unknown facts.
Overcoming Blogger’s Block: Creating Compelling Blog Posts
Creating compelling blog posts is the second lesson in my Overcoming Blogger’s Block Series. The first post, Brainstorming Blog Topic Ideas, featured tools and tips on generating subjects for your articles. Here’s the caveat: You’ll probably get blogger’s block while creating blog posts to overcome blogger’s block. Early Days of Blog Content Creation Gone are…
Read How to Write a Poweful Blogger Bio
Although bloggers create amazing content on a consistent bio, writing a blogger bio is one of our greatest challenges. Why is this so hard? First, we have to toot our own horns, which many of us don’t like to do. This comes from a place of humility. We’d rather sing the praises of the people,…
How to Write a Powerful Blogger Bio
This article was originally posted on Growmap on September 18, 2016. Professional bios are one of the most powerful marketing tools in a blogger’s toolbox. What makes them powerful? You. A bio is your professional story. It speaks to who you are, what you do, whom you serve, and what you’ve accomplished. Details about…
Read My Conversation with Barbara Arnwine
I had the honor of interviewing civil rights attorney Barbara Arnwine for the Chicago Independent Bulletin newspaper. I was totally in awe of her, her accomplishments, and her commitment to civil rights, women rights and Immigrant rights. We discussed several topics during our conversation; however, I only focused on the African American Women & the…
You’re Invited to MJM Speakers’ Circle Open House – September 17, 2016
Do any of these apply to you? [polldaddy poll=9520740] If yes, visit MJM Speakers’ Circle Toastmasters Club open house on Saturday, September 17, 2016 at 9:30 to 11:00 am at Thurgood Marshall Library, 7506 S. Racine. Even if none of the above options apply to you, come out anyway. In addition to learning about Toastmasters…
5 Reasons Bloggers Should Join Toastmasters
People start blogging for a variety of reasons. Some people stick with it, others don’t. If you have blogged consistently for at least six months, you should have a treasure trove of topics. Why not take your career to the next level by joining Toastmasters International? In addition to providing the tools and techniques to…
Overcoming Blogger’s Block: Brainstorming Blog Topic Ideas
Have you ever asked yourself one or more of the following questions? What topic(s) should I write today (this week or this month)? In which format should I present my topics (written, audio, images or video)? When should I publish these posts? No ideas are coming to me at all. What should I do? If…
Coming in September: Overcoming Blogger’s Block
For the month of September I’ll be publishing posts to help you overcome bloggers block. Topics will vary from types of blog posts you can produce to blog post topics to actions you can take. Inspiration Behind Blogger’s Block My book, 62 Blog Posts to Overcome Blogger’s Block eBook, was published on Kindle on June…
Correction: Google+ Hangouts is NOT an Alternative to Live Record Interviews
After I published my article about Skype and Google+ Hangouts on Air being free alternatives to video record interviews. I read an article about Google doing away with Hangouts on Air for individuals effective September 12, 2016. It will be offered with business apps. You know Google will not leave us hanging. They are offering…