I attended the Technology for Women Meetup at West Monroe Partners on June 25, 2014 and it was really cool. There were six of us in attendance; unfortunately, I don’t have any images of Dante and Emily, the co-organizers of the group. Anyway, the theme for this meetup was Diversity in Technology: You Can’t Be…
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My Experience with Advertising Legend Tom Burrell
You know you’re some kind of special when you’re invited into someone’s home. So, image how honored I felt as a guest in the home of living legend Tom Burrell, the founder of Burrell Communications, one of the first black-owned advertising agencies in Chicago, and possibly the United States. He also authored Brainwashed: Challenging the…
Meet Fellow Publishers & Writers at CWA’s Writers Block Party – August 16, 2014
The Chicago Writers Association and In Print Professional Writers Group are sponsoring the 3rd Annual Writers Block Party. Come on out and learn how to promote yourself as a writer, as well as meet fellow publishers and writers from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. on Saturday, August 16, 2014 at the Gail Borden Public Library,…
Quick Recap: Blogging for Authors Seminar
Thanks to everyone who attended by Blogging For Authors seminar last night at Brainerd Branch Library. Also, a BIG HUGE thanks to my little sister, Tamia, for taking photos. Here’s a quick recap and images from the event. Topics Discussed • Can you blog to get ideas for your book? • Do you have to…
Reminder: My FREE Blogging for Authors Seminar is Tonight
Just wanted to remind you that my free Blogging for Authors seminar will be held from 6:00 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. at Brainerd Branch Library tonight. Topics I will cover include: Can you blog to get ideas for your book? Do you have to reference people if you use their contributions to your blog? What…
4 Gadgets All Writers & Bloggers Should Have
I love technology. I don’t purchase as many as I’d like or upgrade to new stuff because I’m trying to reduce my distractions. However, the spirit of gadgets and electronics is really upon me. Following are four gadgets that all writers and bloggers should have. In addition to enhancing your projects, they will reduce your…
Many Thanks to Ben Joravsky from the Chicago Reader
I have always been an avid reader and follower of Ben Joravsky from the Chicago Reader. I love his passion for politics; his writing style; and his honesty in reporting. So, when I had an idea that dealt with changes in local politics, he was first to come to mind. I e-mailed him on…
Financial Advice I Would Give to My Younger Self
I responded to Austin Netzley’s request on Help A Reporter Out (HARO): What financial advice would you give to your younger self? Check out the financial advice that I, along with nine other experts, would give to our younger selves on YoPro Wealth. I’m person number six.
Read My Interview with Zac Johnson from BloggingTips.com
Meet Marcie Hill of MarcieWrites.com I was doing a Google search on my name and ran across my interview with Zac Johnson that was posted on BloggingTips.com in February. Yes, I am four months late finding this, but it’s not too late for you to read it. Check out my interview with Zac Johnson.
Update: My FREE Blogging for Authors Seminar – June 24th
Just wanted to confirm that my Blogging for Authors seminar will be held from 6:00 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. at Brainerd Branch Library on Tuesday, June 24th. Here are the topics people want covered: What are some topics would you like to cover? Also, I will not be conducting seminars during my upcoming blogcation. So,…