Happy Independence Day! I was determined to get this post done before the end of this week and I made it. I often say that when life happens, your blog is usually the first thing to go. Well, I’m trying my best to keep this one going. Here’s a listing of projects that held up…
Yes, You Really Can Get Money Back for Shopping Online!
My hair stylists and a co-worker told me that I could get paid to shop on Ebates. I didn’t really think anything of it until I contemplated purchasing a few electronics. So, I made my purchases and here’s my check. I did have the option of getting my funds via PayPal but I opted for…
We Have Not Because We Ask Not
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…
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….
I’m Speaking at the 2015 Steel Pen Creative Writers’ Conference!
I’m geeked to share that I will be presenting, Build Your Brand and Bottom Line Through Blogging , at the Indiana Writers’ Consortium’s 2015 Steel Pen Creative Writer’s Conference. This was actually the title of an article I wrote for Social Media Today. Of course, it will be filled with more information, as well content…
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…
3 Reasons You Should Enroll in The Podcasting School for Women
Podcasting is a growing media that is still overlooked as a way to grow your business, boost your authority and increase your visibility. And although it is growing in leaps and bounds, women are still underrepresented. To help women learn and launch their own podcasts, Jess Kupferman and her partner, Elsie Escobar, launched an 8-week live…
Happy Mother’s Day from Marcie
Happy Mother’s Day to everyone serving as mother in someone’s life. Image: Graphics 18