I was hired to design the Accent on Japan website by Gallery 91 as a simple demo site to attract Japanese retailers for creation of a virtual e-commerce marketplace. It’s a responsive site, an e-commerce site and the acting demo for the future site. To learn more about Accent On Japan, click on the picture. […]
“Find Your Perspective,” My Favorite Superbowl Commercial
It isn’t glitzy or glammy, contain girlie explosions or sci-fi-like goo, but that’s exactly why I love it. Superbowl ads used to be the pinnacle of the Superbowl celebration. I remember watching the sultry Cindy Crawford sip on the cool can of Coca-Cola and laughed when the frogs burped out “Bud-weis-er.” But this year’s ads […]
Social Media For Restaurants: 5 Reasons Why You Need It
Restaurant owners are asking, “What is social media and how can it help me?” Social media is a medium of communication that builds relationships i.e. business through interaction. And when it’s orchestrated correctly, the rewards are great. It will increase revenue, balance out seasonal fluctuations and develop a better environment to serve customers. Making social […]
LinchPinSEO
I am a weekly blogger and the social media lead for LinchPinSEO, owned by Bill Ross in Chicago, IL. Bill and I have worked together since June 2012 and have an excellent relationship. He is a brilliant SEO evangelist who works with small businesses to expand their online presence. Find out more about Bill, here. […]
Twitter for Actors
Twitter for Actors is an e-book written by Blake Jamieson, Social Media Consultant. Blake is an incredible social media professional based in Santa Monica, California. He hired me to be his editor because I am a capable editor and work in the social media industry. Being involved in social media allowed me to better understand […]
Live A Successful Life With Balance
As a freelancer, I am learning important lessons every day. When I asked for a career full of learning, challenges and non-stop action, God served up a mind-boggling amount. And I love it. The days fly by with phone calls, cold-calling clients, meetings, scheduling, treasure hunting, and then the actual work. And little of it […]
3 Lessons From A Freelancer On The Street
June 25th, will mark a full month of working for myself. It has mostly been an upward climb full of excitement and lessons. But the best part is – I don’t expect my learning curve to ever peak in this business. If it does, it’s time to pack up and move to a secluded beach […]
Secret – A Poem
Time lapses, and I stand still. I do not dare move fingers, arms or limbs in this silent mixture of regret. The words I did not speak, the truth I did not see, the glass I have stepped on. It was not deceit I felt or errors I covered, yet my silence drew your blood […]
Time Is So Valuable
As I reposted an article about how to make a logo today on Google+, I began reflecting on the importance of time with clients. The article didn’t outline a design process, but instead chose to focus on the business side of working with a client to create a logo. For those who know, creating a […]
Featured on MattiasGronborg.com
My dear friend, Mattias Gronborg, and one of the founders of iGoMoon was kind enough to include me in his latest blog. He’s in the midst of building a company and look out world – they are going to make a huge difference! Read the full article, Making Comparisons Stifles Your Creativity.