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About me - Erik M. Dell

I've been writing for years, starting with poetry in elementary school. Unfortunately, I haven't dedicated the time necessary to master the art of creative writing but I am still silently plugging away.

Currently I'm writing scripts. This is my number one form

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Computers & Technology > Camcorders & Digital Video Recorders Video recording tips for the new user: 1 of 9
So you want to be the next Spielberg? Well the first thing you need to learn is how to get the most out of your consumer camcorder. Believe it or not you can get some quality video using most consumer products. The technology is better today than ever before.All you need to have is a basic understanding of video recording. So... More..
Computers & Technology > Computer Buying Tips Best brand laptop to buy: 1 of 9
With todays dollar crunch affecting more and more people it is incredibly important to make sound buying decisions when purchasing a laptop. Your purchase should last you a few years on the realistic side. The argument generally breaks down to Windows PC versus Apple.There are several models labeled notebooks. In my example I... More..
Business > Financing a Startup Funding advice for the young entrepreneur: 2 of 16
Being an entrepreneur myself I can offer some advice on funding options. I started up an all DVD rental store in 2000 and here are some of the ways I looked for funding.1) Fund yourself. Easy enough right? Truth is I put everything I had into the store, I cashed out my mutual funds and emptied my bank account. This is an obvi... More..
Education > College Search Why you should pursue a bachelor's degree: 4 of 26
Continuing your education past high school is a choice to further your educational journey and the experience of college is like no other. College is something that defines your personality, your goals in life. It is a point in time where you consider what you want to do with your future and what shape you want your life to t... More..
Entertainment > Movie Genres Top comic book to film adaptations and their appeal: 1 of 6
Hollywood has discovered a diamond mine. Comic books are the in thing for studios to grab. Everything is there, plot, characters, villains. Just add a director and get some fan-boy to scribe a script and viola! instant box office dollars. I believe it's about a fifty-fifty split on whether the movie is good or not. Here is a ... More..
Education > Financing College Paying for college through military service: 1 of 6
One of the most rewarding ways to attain a degree is to join the military. By serving in the armed forces you gain valuable life experience that others don't get. You learn the values of leadership, responsibility, and integrity. These traits can set you apart in college and give you a drive like none other because you've exp... More..
Creative Writing > Reflections Reflections: The most inspirational military leader I know: 2 of 11
I met a man by the name of John Stolarik when I first reported to the boat, he was our leading Petty Officer. While stationed on the boat, I was a nuclear mechanic and we were lovingly referred to as M-Division. Basically, John was second in command among enlisted personnel of M-division (about 12-15 people). He was more than... More..
Personal Finance > Budgets & Saving How to stick to a savings plan: 3 of 16
I'm a casual blogger and I try to keep my blogs casual. Not that any one person is more experienced than another but I believe I can offer some sound advice to you, the reader, on fiance.Saving is one of the hardest things on the planet to accomplish. Entire college courses are offered on the subject, people are paid big doll... More..
Jobs & Careers > Information Technology Jobs People skills for IT people: 2 of 10
My major client is the #1 pharmaceutical company in the world and IT is absolutely crucial to them. I deal with individual customers everyday by troubleshooting and repairing problems. Customer service is a job prerequisite, without it I would be out of a job. IT people are generally in a supportive role, meaning we keep the ... More..
Food & Drink > Beer (Other) An overview of beer microbreweries in the United States: 1 of 5
Holy Cow! There are literally microbreweries popping up everywhere in the United States. Odds are that your city probably has a microbrewery. How did this phenomenon happen?For a long time there were just a couple of dozen big brewers in the United States with most of the market share being controlled by a handful of those do... More..