In this corner, the theory that humans are not meant to work from home. That it can be bad for our mental health and lead to social isolation, a lack of exercise, and unhealthy eating habits. Psychologists warn that it’s not a good way for young people to begin their working lives.
…Battle of the Work Locations Read More »
Toronto radio legend Don Daynard has passed away. His story isn’t mine to tell. If it’s anyone’s, it’s Erin Davis’s, and she’ll do so in her Monday vlog at erindavis.com.
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…Rita Mae Brown
“One of the keys to happiness is a bad memory.”
The Dusty Corners of my Mind Read More »
I’ve never really been a “follow the crowd” type of woman. One look at my wardrobe in high school and you’ll see that was always true. I wore a “security sweater”, like The Peanuts’ Linus with his blanket. Sure, I also had a 1970’s fooler top (one piece that looks like two), platform shoes, and flared cords. Sometimes you had to get whatever was trendy because that’s all that was available.
…Twitter Out of the Blue Read More »
One thing the pandemic unearthed is the amount of bullying and harassment that anyone in the media is subjected to.
…Trolls and ***holes are on Notice Read More »
Early March seems like an odd time to announce a bunch of new words being added to the dictionary. But so it is and here we are.
…The Latest in Word Nerd News Read More »
It might not be wise to greet your boss by saying, “Hey, dummy!” But it might be accurate.
…The Link Between Success and Intelligence Read More »
Sometime last year, or was it the year before? A fellow writer and former broadcaster sent me a message on Facebook. It was something to the effect of, I read your latest book and I liked it but it needs more information about social media.
…Make The Media Want You – Expanded Read More »
On our new podcast, Gracefully and Frankly, Erin Davis and I talked about some words that are no longer appropriate. There are obvious ones of course, but in just the last week I’ve learned about others I never, ever would have imagined. And there was beaucoup confusion on Twitter.
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They say you shouldn’t take business dealings personally. It’s been at least a decade since a client has tried to skip out on my bill. But I also know it often goes on. Because some companies put entrepreneurs, especially those in creative professions, at the bottom of the payables pile.
…VO Coach: It’s Money, Honey Read More »
One of my voice-over clients asked me to consider a full-time job working only for them, late last year. It was flattering but I immediately turned it down. Some people in my circle thought I was nuts.
…Working for the Woman Read More »
We talked about it a hundred times. We’ve been teasing about it via social media. And finally, a podcast featuring Erin Davis and me is out for the world to hear. Gracefully and Frankly, episode one HERE.
…Birth of a Podcast- Gracefully and Frankly Read More »
Memories of my early days in radio are a bit like a game of whack-a-mole. One vivid recollection will pop up and then, months later, that one will have been “whacked” and something else will emerge. I attribute this to a combination of heavy beer drinking back then, and those days being so darn long ago.
…Reverse Mentorships Make Perfect Sense Read More »
Attending public appearances was a regular part of my long broadcasting career. Emceeing, live broadcasts, presenting awards – staple ingredients in the stew of being in the public eye and trying to grow a following. Early on, I would get so nervous that I’d nearly throw up before I went on a stage.
…Faking Self-Confidence and Happiness Works Read More »
One thing the pandemic has taught us is the value of the nation’s workers. Grocery store employees are essential. Nurses and PSWs are indispensable. This causes me to wonder how essential oils were placed in such a category. But I digress.
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The emoji. Some people love them, some hate them, and even the seemingly inoffensive ones are causing problems between generations.
…Have the Heart to Poop on a Grimace Emoji! Read More »
I spent last weekend in Toronto attending the VO North conference; a gathering of voice-over pros and those who want to be.
…People Who Get Peoply Are the Luckiest People Read More »
It didn’t take long to realize we wouldn’t get any work done on Friday.
…It’s Not Just the Outage, It’s the Communication Read More »