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Sprint Success!

We did it! Just over a week ago, marked the final day of an ~1-week free LinkedIn Sprint for Freelance Creatives that I led. If you’re wondering what this sprint entailed, Brianne Sanchez did a SPECTACULAR job of summarizing it in her blog post! I was absolutely reveling in the same type of runner’s high

LinkedIn Recommendations

Writing a LinkedIn recommendation for someone else is a great way to help them and potentially help you (especially if they reciprocate)! Just remember, in order to write a recommendation, the other person must be a 1st degree connection. Here’s the current steps for doing it both on a computer and a mobile device (an

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The Meteorologist’s Paradox

How are meteorologists feeling right now? Honestly, their feelings are mixed. I speak as a former TV meteorologist long out of “the biz” but still connected via social media with many on air, at the National Weather Service, and involved in research and teaching. Before this hurricane season began, researchers predicted that the 2024 Atlantic

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Workout Coach for Mind and Body

Yesterday, I led core strength training for pole dancers and on Thursday I’m leading a group of creative freelancers through a LinkedIn sprint. It may surprise you, but there’s a lot of similarities between both tasks! In both instances, I’m acting as a coach for a workout. Core Strength – It’s physical (and a little

Setting Up Systems

I’m constantly in the act of juggling not just a bunch of balls, but 20+ assorted items including a few flaming torches. At least that’s how it feels, as an solopreneur Renaissance Woman who is also the mother of two elementary-age children. So the idea of having more systems built into my business is highly

Moms Deserve a BREAK!

Can this just stop already?!? Moms (and caregivers in general) deserve a break! Three days ago I celebrate the 8th anniversary of birthing day (my name for my children’s birthdays). After almost 40 hours of labor, my husband and I welcomed our first child into the world 8 years ago. And suffice it to say,

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Networking with the Power of LinkedIn

I’m a big fan of using LinkedIn as a networking tool. I’ve been on the platform for more than a decade (since December 10, 2009 to be specific)! During that time, I’ve had MANY jobs in multiple states and started my own freelance business with clients around the U.S. LinkedIn has been one of my

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Acing the Interview: Pt 2 Time to Improvise

I have a weird confession: I get really excited when I have a job interview. But I know exactly why…because I love improvising. I always loved imaginative play with my friends, whether it was dolls, stuffed animals or pretending to be super heroes. My mom still has cassette tapes of 9-year-old Sara pretending to host

Acing the Job Interview, Pt. 1

In my last newsletter, I discussed how to prepare for a job interview by “unpacking your skillset suitcase” in the form of stories that show you have the skills needed for a position (show, don’t tell). I recommended you practice sharing those stories out loud with a trusted friend or family member to gain confidence.

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Packing your Skillset Suitcase

Last week we got back from our two-week family trip to Minnesota. I just finished unpacking, so luggage is on my mind. Your career is a journey and along the way you gather more and more valuable items you can bring with you to your next destination. Here’s some examples of skills I’ve picked up