We may be transforming into a paperless world, but I will always believe in the power of print. In my opinion, high screen resolution and pristine digital images will never replace the scent of finely-milled paper or dust jackets as glossy as polished stone. In the marketing realm, you can’t beat the allure of the
My freelance writing and editing business has a global focus, as well as a local one (Portland, Oregon), and I tune my marketing accordingly. I advertise locally, and I write this blog to reach potential clients all over the world. I added e-mail marketing this week. I kept my first e-mail newsletter (e-newsletter) short, included
Blogging has changed in the 10 or so years I’ve kept an online journal. When I first started (on a site with the domain “.nu!”), I just wrote about things that interested me like my favorite films. Then I had a livejournal, then a blog attached to The Raw Story when it launched, then a
While in Portland, I’ve developed a reputation as a fast writer and editor. I like to be realistic about time frames so there are no surprises for my clients. How do I manage my time? I’m glad you asked! 1. Good Mornings I have a regimented morning schedule. I used to think I could switch
I kinda want to file this blog post under, “a damned shame.” On Sunday night, my wife Sara and I decided to eat Mexican food at a favorite neighborhood restaurant, where we’ve gone for the past three years. We enjoyed its food and ambiance. A type of music called norteño always played over the speakers,
It’s the season for taking stock and end-of-year lists. For myself, I made a pretty big life change in 2010. I voluntarily became a full-time freelance writer in January 2010. Leaving a salaried position with a company that I helped build was difficult, but who said personal growth was easy? Of course, like every other
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