My newest article, 4 Ways to Get Into Expensive Conferences for Free, has been posted on The Penny Hoarder. Be sure to check it out when you get a chance.
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4 Ways to Get Into Expensive Conferences for Free
This article was originally published on The Penny Hoarder on October 21, 2014. It’s a catch-22: conferences help you network with people who could help your business grow, but attending them often costs a small fortune. Expenses like airfare, transportation, hotels, meals and other activities often put these events out of reach for ambitious…
Randomness: Thanks…But No Thanks
THANKS Over the past few weeks I have been advised to Start a podcast Write a children’s book Conduct more video interviews While this is flattering, the people making the suggestions offered no support in the form of writing, resources or finances. NONE! Actually, all of these things are on my “want to do list”…
Get Free Books for Reviews at Blogging for Books
I happened upon Blogging for Books while looking for book reviewers for my book, 62 Blog Posts to Overcome Blogger’s Block. I signed up for it a couple months ago and just requested my first book. And I am soooo excited! My first book is going to be the Happiness of Pursuit: Finding the Quest…
8 Things that Make Me Different as a Writer
For the longest of time, I have been trying to figure out what makes me different as a writer. I have always known what they were, but I was afraid that my main difference would scare prospects away. Honestly, if the truth scares people away, I probably shouldn’t be working with them anyway. So, here…
Rant: I Am NOT a STARVING Artist
I was talking to a guy the other day and he asked me if I was tired of being a starving artist. Huh? If you look at my spreading posterior and portfolio, clearly I am not missing a meal. He went on to say, “You’ve been struggling for a long time.” Excuse me?? A struggle…
The New Reason I Blog
I started blogging in 2008 because a representative from Black Enterprise told me to do so as a way to get my writing career going. That was the year I left my job to pursue my dream of being a magazine writer. Initially, I didn’t know what to do but I’ve learned and grown along…
Twitter Pics from Get Heard Above the Noise on Social Media
This is a screenshot of pictures taken at our session, Get Heard Above the Noise on Social Media, on Tuesday, September 23rd, at Social Media Week Chicago. Man, our attendees were hot on Twitter and we appreciate them all.
Seeking a Part-Time Position
I’m currently in the market for a part-time position so if you learn of anything, please let me know. Type of position Writing Social media Communications – corporate, human resources, marketing Training – human resources, technology Location Chicago Loop Hours 3 days a week, 24 hours Availability October 1, 2014 Image: accountantthousandoaks.com
BREAKING NEWS: Venue Change for Get Heard Above the Noise on Social Media
There has been a last minute change to our venue for our session, Get Heard Above the Noise on Social Media. It will be held at Roosevelt University Auditorium Building 430 S. Michigan, Room 232 Hope to see you there!