One morning I woke up thinking about asking a brand for something I need. At that time, it was merely a thought. I then reflected on two practices that gave me the courage to do so: The power of asking Rejection therapy Essentially, most people do not have what they want because they do not…
Category: Marcie’s Thoughts
I AM ABSOLUTELY LIVID!!
If you watch the news I’m sure you’ve seen the video of the white police officer going mad in McKinney, Texas, chasing unarmed black teenagers, pulling his gun and rough-handling a teenage girl at a pool party. Why I’m Livid While I have not seen the video in its entirety, I’ve seen enough to be…
New Topic Direction…Temporarily
I’m working a contract software training position and I have not been writing as much lately. However, I am committed to maintaining Marcie Writes for two reasons: My experiences can help other people on their journey; This is the only way I can maintain a consistent writing schedule…and my sanity. My topics are going to…
Another Year of Blessings
As I turn a year older, I can honestly say that I’m truly blessed. I have my friends, family, health and dreams. The worst thing going on in my life right now is my car is on life-support, which really isn’t a totally bad thing. It’s just a sign that I need a new ride….
Many Thanks to YWCA for Pretty LinkedIn
I want to thank Ms. Trinity Dishmon, YWCA and their partners, LinkedIn, Ulta Beauty, The University of Chicago and OtterBase for a wonderful experience at Pretty LinkedIn on Saturday. In addition to getting feedback on how to create a more effective LinkedIn Profile (mine kinda sucks), we got makeup and head shots. And I must…
Happy Mother’s Day from Marcie
Happy Mother’s Day to everyone serving as mother in someone’s life. Image: Graphics 18
Can You Look Out for Me, Please?
As you know, I’m currently working a contract training gig. Translation: I have little time to work on my projects, but my dreams are still important to me. This brings me to my request. Can you look out for opportunities to sell my book, 62 Blog Posts to Overcome Blogger’s Block, please? My attention has…
My Lessons & Blessings – April 2015
For six weeks, I was in a train-the-trainer training to learn how to teach a new software program for state employees. This is a great opportunity for several reasons: By this being a new software program, very few people have ever trained it. I’m honing my training, presentation and technology skills. This will be VERY…
Update: 62 Blog Posts to Overcome Blogger’s Block Workbook
I am happy to share that the workbook for 62 Blog Post to Overcome Blogger’s Block is in progress and will be done by the end of the month. The goal of this book is to help my fellow bloggers and content creators think differently and more creatively about producing content. In fact, I want…
New Testimonials About “62 Blog Posts to Overcome Blogger’s Block”
Check out these recent testimonials about my book, 62 Blog Posts to Overcome Blogger’s Block. Author Holly Jahangiri on Twitter Note: Holly and I connected on Twitter after I watched her interview with Mitch Mitchell. She is multi-talented scribe. In addition to being a children’s author, technical writer and blogger. Lisa Palmer – Never Bored…