Becoming a good communicator comes naturally to some people. For others, it’s a skill they must develop.…
How Quitting Your Job or Getting Laid Off Can Help Finding Your Life’s Purpose: New Beginnings
by / ⠀Entrepreneurship• Travel / March 14, 2014In my last article I explained how a transition in life is an opportunity to being intentional about our next step to truly understand what we are here to do in this world. I thought that losing my job was going to be a disaster but it became the biggest opportunity I’ve ever had to really find my path and change my life. I accepted my situation. I…
Attention Grab the attention of readers by crafting a thoughtful (and even witty) title for your posts. The best titles are those written after the post has already been written. Break Out As long as you continue looking within the blogosphere for ideas and creativity, you’re limiting yourself. The best posts are inspired from real life. Read magazines, talk to friends, see a movie, get out in the…
Why Good Writing Matters — and 4 Ways to Teach It to Your Team
by / ⠀Career Advice• Entrepreneurship• Startup Advice / July 26, 2013In a time of emoticons, abbreviations, and 140 character-count replies, a three-paragraph email is the equivalent of “War and Peace.” But communication is a vital part of office life, whether you’re a lab technician sharing results or a human resources staffer announcing a new wellness program. There’s a simple way to guarantee that miscommunications happen as infrequently as possible on your team: ensure every person is a good…
“Government of the people, by the people, for the people.” “Blood, sweat and tears.” “I came, I saw, I conquered.” What do these words have in common? Have you noticed how only three examples were used above? The three examples are classic examples of the principle in writing known as “The Rule of 3.” What is “The Rule of 3” in Writing? According to Wikipedia the principle of…
As a former reporter, I know the wave of satisfaction which comes from completing content. Another thing off the to-do list, not to mention something that may create so much promise once it’s sent off into the world. However, although that last tap of the period key may conclude your writing, it does not complete the task. Any writer will tell you that editing is as important as…