Finding Inspiration from Rattlesnakes

We all look for inspiration in the work we do. Who knew that a story on rattlesnakes would be mine? Boredom Bites Writer’s block is just a word wall for lack of inspiration. We all experience times, no matter how much we love our jobs, when we are simply...

LeBron – Loyal Subject or Business Person?

The whole LeBron James spectacle made me wonder about the term loyalty, and whether or not it should apply. Senseless Dribble Even non-sports fans probably found it difficult to escape all the hype surrounding “The Decision” of where LeBron would play...

Do You Think Texting Shortcuts Cause Spelling Errors?

Some blame texting shortcuts for the increased number of spelling errors that populate resumes, emails, and other forms of business communication. What the Professionals Think In a previous post, I shared some results of a discussion going on in a LinkedIn® group. The...

How to Write a Reference Without Cringing

You’re asked to write a reference letter or a recommendation for LinkedIn and that has you cringing. For purposes of this discussion, let’s assume it’s not because you think the person did a terrible job. You simply freeze on how to write a reference...

Client Documentation Trumps Lazy Little Devil

My usual M.O. in working with clients is documenting calls, ensuring we are on the same page. Recently, I had a phone conference with a long-term client. The purpose of the call was a discussion of content for their quarterly newsletter. We have worked together on a...

Stand Out in a Crowd

With a name like Cathy Miller, it’s tough to stand out in a crowd of writers. Thanks to Carson Brackney who posted this fun way for me to give you a quick visual on my business life. If you want to create your own search stories, start here.

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