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I think it's really important to feed your creative side especially when you are looking for a job. A spike in creativity will help you think outside the box and might inspire you to do something you might never have thought of doing!  This weekend my husband and I...

Had a great week! Attended a Gymnastics Travel Meet in Allentown (my girl did great), saw my friend Suzie, my daughter took selfies with my phone, I created and shared some inspirational images, I made Crepes and learned about eBooks. I worked out at a MAX Challenge...

I figured it would be a good idea to have some sort of "calling card" while I am out and about seeking employment and opportunities. Being a designer comes in handy in this situation, so I've designed cards that go well with my blog (Branding 101). So I'm all set now....

My friend Claudette texted me this morning and asked if I wanted to be her guest at a MAX Challenge workout. I've been trying to exercise every day and this offer was very well timed because it was going to snow and I didn't want to walk outside, so I said YES! Plus I...

A couple of weeks ago I posted a "Good New/Bad News" update on LinkedIn about my recent layoff. Since I knew I’d have some time on my hands, I offered anyone who was interested the opportunity to talk about their business, review creative or brainstorm ways to address...

My sister is crazy, in a really good way . . .  As big Sisters go, she is really the best.  Sure, there was a period of time where she thought I was a complete pain in the butt, but for most of our lives together we have been lucky enough to really like each other....

In my quest to find employment I am interviewing people that I have worked with/admire to pick their brains, see if I can be of service and learn about potential opportunities. This is my first interview and it was fun! If you have worked for a Newspaper in the...

Profile Pictures are super important these days. You really need to look your best to get a foot in the door . . . Funny Story, my first round at the Hartford Courant was in 2000. I was a younger gal straight out of Philly, wearing Brooks Brother suits and pearls. My...