advice
Workplace advice for any issue, problem, or concern; from changing careers to co-working advice and decorating needs.
How to Deal with a Creative Block
Right now, I'm at the end of another creative block. I'm an amateur photographer and when I'm in the creative zone, I can take dozens of photos a day and the very least, feel satisfied with them, but when you're stuck in a creative block, it is difficult, you go through the motions, just crafting and curating your art for the sake of doing so. And it's immensely frustrating whether it is your profession or you're like me, and it's something you enjoy.
By Michael Jones8 years ago in Journal
Dear Drama School Graduates
So you recently finished drama school and maybe things aren’t going exactly as you hoped. Not all the time at least. It’s okay. You’re not alone and you can relax knowing that things don’t always go perfectly for anyone. Yes, established actors included.
By Arghierenia Kyrimi8 years ago in Journal
7 Ways to Be a Successful Manager
In this short article, I will be giving you some advice on something all managers are experiencing or already have experienced. Taking on a team of staff... This will help you whether it's your first time managing a team or if you've already done it but you're just looking for some pointers!
By James Gunn8 years ago in Journal
A Quick Guide to Email Marketing: For Beginners
The modern world is incorporated with a plethora of options especially in regards to communication. Several alternatives to traditional emailing have been invented such as "the instant messaging services" provided by social media websites; however, email is still a commonly used service utilized by billions all over the world predominantly for professional communication. With all the noise and traffic of social media in our lives, emails and inboxes have become a place of solitude for individuals. Before a business/company steps into that world of solitude of their prospective customer, it becomes imperative to respect their privacy. Spamming will always end your business up in the spam or trash folder. In order to craft a great email marketing campaign, a marketing manager needs to learn the various basics involved from the ground up. Email marketing is not just about sending out emails, it is much more than that. It involves getting up and looking at people's behavior and analyzing what type of emails make it to their inbox instead of ending up in the trash. Consider emails like a home to your prospective customer, hence you need to be careful while stepping into someone's house. You need to keep up your manners and then craft an email that not only gets their attention but also compels them to make use of your product or your service. Even the most professional marketing experts first need to craft a careful strategy that explains the customer the reason why their email address is needed. A lot of questions pop into the mind of an individual when he is asked to provide his email address, he is generally scared of all the spamming. In order to commence with a great marketing strategy, the following are a few steps that need to be followed.
By Maheen Farhan8 years ago in Journal
A Question That Every Writer Gets
Now, there are many questions that writers get, like what inspired their story, will there be more books, so on and so forth. But there is always that one question that any writer gets that is just down to who is going to ask it first.
By Carly Mackay8 years ago in Journal
Be a House Sitter (Kind-Of an Art Form)
Man can do it, can woman? (Talking caveman-like.) People find this topic very interesting; are man stronger than women when it comes to actually sustaining an independent way of living? Have you thought about living on your own, especially in NYC for example? Have you wondered what it's like to be able to have your own apartment or house all to yourself and your three doggies? Then, this following advice is for you and only you, but please do share.
By Xandra Breban8 years ago in Journal
3 Reasons Why Your Company's Location Is so Important
Where your company is based is an important decision. It can seriously affect the success or failure of your company. If you pick the right location, then you are far more likely to thrive whereas, if you pick the wrong one, then you might struggle to survive. With that in mind, here are three reasons why picking your company’s location is so important.
By Nevada Dru8 years ago in Journal
10 Tips for New Nurses Just Starting Their Career
New nurses starting off their career can be experiencing feelings of anxiety and doubt, especially within the first couple of months. Nursing is all about continuing education and realizing that everyday is an opportunity to learn something new!
By Devin Akers8 years ago in Journal
5 Things I Wish I Knew Before Starting a Retail Business
I started Lilly and Lynn's Bridal on a whim, my store is a retail and consignment store for formal wear. I came up with the idea at the same time I started the process of getting my divorce at the young age of 21. I needed a way to make money that didn't involve a normal 9-5 shift. So I began exploring my options and decided that opening my own business would be the best option. Little did I know that I had no idea what I was actually getting my self into. So I made this quick little list to help you out in your own endeavors.
By Laurissa Lewis8 years ago in Journal
I Failed at a Gaming Company
My name—my real name—is Iain O'Shea. You probably know me by my pen name, Patrick Lain. This isn't my usual content as in my description it says horror is my niche. I wanted to write this because before I was into trying to write all my life, I was an aspiring game developer. Keyword... was. Now, I will say I still love game development and design; it is something great and I encourage those who are interested in it to go forth and try it, but I encourage you to read this first and learn from my mistakes.
By Patrick Lain8 years ago in Journal
