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An entrepreneur-minded father of four adopted children and two guardians, I have worked during my career with non-profit organizations in writing and marketing. I've also recently worked in the for-profit world as a marketing consultant and content writer/project

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Business > Advertising Best Super Bowl ads for 2008: 1 of 1
I'm partial to ads that have a good storyline.1 Chester Pitts, NFL AdI simply thought this was great story and one I didn't know about. In the span of a Super Bowl commercial, they followed Chester Pitts through the narration of a teammate, from his days stocking groceries to being drafted by the Houston Texans. It was well d... More..
Home & Garden > Landscaping A guide for simple landscape design for small rectangular yards: 1 of 1
A small, rectangular yard can be as relaxing and even easier to maintain than a larger yard. Follow this guide as a simple landscape design.1 Choose a ThemeYour theme will depend on the climate: rainy, dry, or the need to conserve water. Consider the types of plants and if birds are to be invited guests then choose the types ... More..
Business > Marketing How to develop a marketing budget: 1 of 1
I know a man who has an upscale business salon in Pasadena, California. He has set his pricing for a style that is described as a "personal experience." This will also impact how much money he might need for a marketing budget. First, he has to take into account his expenses and what it takes to drive business to the three or... More..
Business > Small & Home Business Best accounting software for home businesses: 1 of 1
Accounting software that works effectively for home businesses should have the following traits:Ease of use the software should not have a high learning curve for those who don't have an accounting background.Easily import and export data bringing in information already entered in Microsoft Excel or other similar formats shou... More..
Society & Lifestyle > North American Culture Native mascots: Right or wrong?: 8 of 15
Strength. Courage. Perseverance. These are qualities inherent in the images of Native Americans who fought against overwhelming odds-whether from intruders or the natural elements. And in times of battle or in peace time, they kept their dignity. It's fitting, then, for a sports team who must courageously face opponents game ... More..
Personal Finance > Mortgages & Home Loans Life after a foreclosure: 8 of 14
I recently received a note from an online acquaintance whose husband suffered a major heart attack and her import-export business suddenly lost sales and was impacted by international events. They were losing their home due to foreclosure and were going to move to an apartment. But she was optimistic about the chance to rebui... More..
Personal Finance > Financial Planning Tips for managing your finances successfully: 13 of 22
Successful money management begins with small steps and easy-to-follow plans.Step 1: Set up a simple budget.Know how much money you earn and compare it with how much money you spend. Know your spending categories. Start with the ones that are the most important and the most obvious: housing (rent or mortgage), food, transport... More..
Sports & Recreation > Training & Equipment Should bodybuilding be made compulsory for students?: 8 of 13
Starting in high school, students should discover a wide range of physical activities and bodybuilding can be among them. This is an activity which can be tailor-made and the students can discover how to create a program that works for them. One day a week, physical education should consist of students having access to a weig... More..
Computers & Technology > Cameras The advantages of digital cameras: 11 of 16
My wife placed the birthday cake in front of our 1-year-old granddaughter and our daughter, who was herself just beginning to communicate with us more and more, blew out the candle. The moment was captured digitally. The first words heard after blowing out the candle was "let's see," "let's see!"Digital cameras offer many adv... More..
Business > Project Management Project management 101: 5 of 7
An effective project manager will know the desired outcome that a team must achieve. Let's say Company A is going to build a widget for Big Client. The project manager must develop a structure so the team can achieve the "deliverables", or the tasks that will make the outcome successful.Time Frames There is a start date and a... More..