Archive for the ‘Networking’ Category

Sep 8th, 2009
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WGCU Radio Guest Appearance, Social Media Discussion & Twestival

Earlier today, I appeared on WGCU radio, a local radio station here in Southwest Florida, on the Gulf Coast Live show. Michele, organizer of Twestival SWFL asked me to join her as a guest on the show to help to promote the local Twestival event starting September 10th 2009, and to discuss the power of [...]

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Aug 13th, 2009
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5 People I Follow on Twitter and Why

This is part 1 of what I hope to be a never ending series as I continue to build relationships with some great people on Twitter. And there isn’t a “#FollowFriday @name @name @name @name jumble of mess” anywhere to be seen! Follow Friday tweets like that serve no purpose to me. The ones that [...]

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Jun 22nd, 2009
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Advice for Young Graphic Designers

Earlier today, my company received an inquiry on our contact form from a 14 yr old simply asking for some feedback on three designs that he has created. I am always more than happy to spend time helping others , especially younger designers just starting out and I am impressed by this 14 yr old [...]

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Oct 10th, 2008
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50 Reasons Why You Will Not Make It As A Freelancer

Some designers make a great career out of freelancing, some struggle to ever pay the bills solely from freelancing income.
If you are already a successful freelancer, you will probably see that you are not guilty of most of the points made below. If you are hoping to be a full-time freelancer, or are currently finding [...]

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Sep 20th, 2008
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Guest Appearance | Inside Digital Design Radio/Podcast

Last week, I was asked to speak as a guest on "Inside Digital Design ", a radio show and podcast. The topic of the show last week was "Social Networking" and I spoke a little about what social networking has done for me and my career. The recording here is a little jumpy but other [...]

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Sep 11th, 2008
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Subscribers/Readers Love and Links>

So here I am…..after starting this site on February 26th 2008 , as a fun side project where I could release some thoughts and ideas, and make a few friends along the way..I find myself with a rapidly growing blog and having an exciting time networking with some excellent and highly skilled designers and developers. [...]

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