If I were to define "the right stuff", I'd have to explain it as the "stuff" you're good at, you enjoy doing, and that's most important. So, when I think about going back to natural basics in content and product creation, I'm forced to pay attention to those activities that will hit all three criteria … Continue reading Back to Natural Basics (in Content Creation): Focus on the Right Stuff
Lesson #4: Creating rewards systems for reading and writing is a value-added proposition. Let's face it. We, adults, need incentives from time to time; and we especially need some external motivation when it comes to completing challenging or unpleasant tasks. So, wouldn't the same premise apply to the younger versions of ourselves -- our children? … Continue reading Lessons Learned as a Parent of a Virtually-Schooled Student – #4
Happy Friday, All! I've missed my sharing sessions with you so very much, but I'm back. And, I'm back with a whole full circle outlook on my next steps for Degrees of Maternity. After taking some much-needed time off to spend with my family, I have such a clearer understanding and determination in how I'm … Continue reading Back to Natural Basics: Returning to My First Creative Love – Writing
Happy Monday (or whatever day you may be reading this post)! I'm looking forward to another eventful week in content creation and the lessons it has in store for me. For the past few weeks, I almost feel like the overall theme of my lessons is not to forget what brought me to this point … Continue reading Writing is the Glue Holding Everything Together
I ain't even gonna lie, folks! It's so difficult keeping up with all the platforms that content creators have to manage when trying to get the word out that they exist. I'm definitely not into a pity party mode, but I am into expressing the reality of what I'm currently experiencing in trying to grow … Continue reading Knowing Thy Platform and Niching Down
I'm going to break from today's regular programming on the Untitled Book #2 series to bring Journal Entry #3 your way. So, stay tuned . . . I've got to level with you. I'm feeling like life is passing me by and that I'm simply trying to catch up with it somehow. Lately, life has … Continue reading Life Writing – Journal Entry #3
Part 14: Once you've created your self-inventory and before we move on to Step #2 of The Rightful Placement Process, I think it would be very beneficial to engage in an interim exercise that will assist you in moving closer to identifying your rightful placement (if you're not sure what it is already). Try the … Continue reading Untitled Book #2 – Part 14
Part 13: Once you've had a chance to participate in the two sets of exercises I've previously suggested, then you should be well on your way to putting together a comprehensive list of your KSAs as well as a list for your areas for improvement. And if you were honest with your responses to the … Continue reading Untitled Book #2 – Part 13
Part 12: Now, I want you to ask yourself the following question: What are those areas that you recognize need improving in your personal makeup. We all have them, so be especially real with yourself at this part of The Rightful Placement Process. You don’t have to share this list with the world. In fact, … Continue reading Untitled Book #2 – Part 12
It's amazing to think that we're in the last days of May. Time definitely stands still for no one. And, my family managed to come to one major milestone last week: the official end of Little Man's school year amid Coronavirus. So, he and I are currently on summer break. However, I've already told him … Continue reading New Product Journey: The Real Reason for Choosing Ebooks
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