Recently, I was having a conversation with a friend who stated, “I love reading; I wish there was a way for me to get paid.” My cognitive wheels began to spin as I wondered, “How can she get paid to read books?” I started pondering previous conversations and experiences; conducted a little research; and came…
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4 More Days to Get Free Workbook with 62 Posts to Overcome Blogger’s Block
Time is running out! Only 4 more days to pre-order 62 Blog Posts to Overcome Blogger’s Block to get the workbook FREE! Your investment will get you: Instruction on how to use different forms of media to create blog content consistently Enough content to keep you busy for over a year if you post at…
Is My Support Enough? [Discussion]
I know tons of people doing great things. But the best way I can support them is through my writing. I don’t mind helping people by promoting their products, services, events and programs on my sites and social networks. But, here’s a problem for me: These same people then ask me to either buy, invest…
Photo Slideshow: MJM Speakers’ Circle Toastmasters Club’s 10 Year Anniversary
Here is a photo slideshow I created for the 10 year anniversary of MJM Speakers’ Circle Toastmasters Club. I have been a member for 7 years, and have earned my Advanced Communicator Bronze (ACB) and my Competent Leader (CL) designations. I’m currently working on my next designations for both. Feel free to check us out….
5 Steps Towards Blogging Integrity [Guest Post]
I have been blogging a long time. I can’t say that when I first started blogging I had any real idea what I was supposed to be doing. Back then, there weren’t a lot of people talking about the process of blogging. Instead, they talked a lot about the reasons one needed to have…
Like 62 Posts to Overcome Blogger’s Block on Facebook
I am pleased to announce my new Facebook Fan Page for my book, 62 Posts to Overcome Blogger’s Block. Like our page to get tips, tools and resources on how to overcome any attacks on your creativity. You will also find out about upcoming events, our partners, trainings, workshops and other opportunities. Don’t forget about…
Michel Morganella and Voula Papachristou: Dumbest Olympians on Social Media
I know we are bombarded by people doing dumb stuff on social media ev’ry day, but these two Olympians trump most. For now. Keep in mind, in the cases of the stories I share on my site, you are what you do. Dumbest Olympians on Social Media…for Now How in hades are you going to…
Reflection: From Frustrated to Enlightened Writer
For the past few weeks, I have been completing my book and work, 62 Posts to Overcome Blogger’s Block. Actually, I became overly engrossed with the book to the point of frustration, and was losing my joy of writing the book. Along with that came the desire NOT to write anything. I have been much…
Pre-Order 62 Blog Posts to Overcome Blogger’s Block
I am pleased as punch to announce that my book, 62 Posts to Overcome Blogger’s Block, is almost done. Woo hoo! I am even more ecstatic to extend the follower offer. Pre-order your copy of 62 Blog Posts to Overcome Blogger’s Block and get the workbook FREE ($39 value)! Click on the book to get…
3 News Posts to Help Overcome Blogger’s Block
There is a huge ongoing debate about whether bloggers are journalists. After reviewing the comments and arguments on both sides, I would have to say that bloggers are not journalists as there are levels of trainings beyond writing that journalists undertake. On the other hand, it can be said that many trained journalists are not…