Being out of work is a scary prospect. You may be wondering, "What comes next for me and my family?" Plus, finding a new job is difficult in the best of times, but with all the economic uncertainty, it's even harder now. But having a great LinkedIn profile can help you stand out. Here are a few LinkedIn profile writing tips to help you get started.

After my last blog, I was asked to do a brain-boost about creative hygiene for Cowork Frederick, and it got me thinking, “What important creative practices did I miss writing about?” Truly, this topic is complex enough to be a book. (And maybe I will write it someday). So I started looking around to see what other artists have to say about the creative process. 

People fall into two camps regarding Generative AI and machine learning technology: either they believe it’s the most profound human discovery since fire, or they think that it will cause the destruction of our society. Neither is true. We can use this technology for great things, like the early detection of cancer, but it can also cause actual harm to everyday citizens. The truth of Generative AI is too complicated to discuss in this post thoroughly, so I will focus on my own experience as a professional writer and editor in my industry.

Are you a writer or creative struggling to overcome writer's block and creative burnout? If so, this article is for you! Learn how to manage your "creative hygiene" with practical strategies to recharge your imagination, stay productive, and achieve your goals.

When I started offering professional book editing services, I had no idea there was more than one way to edit books. My entire thought process was, “Okay, let’s put those long-unused revision skills to work.” Later, I learned that at least four different editing styles are used during different stages of the book editing process: developmental editing, line editing, copyediting, and proofreading (see the definitions below). Now, I understand that I can help my clients achieve their goals as a developmental editor.