Earlier this year, I took part in some group coaching sessions. There was a small group of us, all content creators in various forms. The sessions were tough, and required us all to dig deep, but they were rewarding. Plus I got to meet, know, and learn from some truly amazing people. They are all inspiring, supportive, and full of insights. If you're ever able to join something … [Read more...] about 6 Pieces of Advice Perfect For All Creators
Musings
A Case Study on Building Community
Having a community is so important. Build up your community, and they’ll build you up in return. By build, I mean nurture, and make your community feel special. I first learned the impact you can have when I worked with the Street team on Shotgun Software, now ShotGrid (SG), production management software for film, TV, and game studios. Everyone on the Street team was … [Read more...] about A Case Study on Building Community
Storytelling and Games
Storytelling comes in all sorts of forms, and often there's overlap between mediums. Take games, for example. Electric Lit shared a story about launching a video game at a bookstore. In 2019, The Strand bookstore in New York had a "live playthrough" to demonstrate Eliza, a game "about artificial intelligence, mental health, and the gig economy, written and directed by Matthew … [Read more...] about Storytelling and Games
Guest Post: How the Metaverse Could Bring New Life to Transmedia Storytelling
By April Miller The metaverse is a strange, new concept that will manifest in the years to come. Founded by the company Meta, started by Mark Zuckerberg, it’s a new way of socializing and living through the virtual world. While many people have concerns and others are intrigued, there's one undeniable fact: storytelling will change due to the metaverse. What Is the … [Read more...] about Guest Post: How the Metaverse Could Bring New Life to Transmedia Storytelling
A Potpourri of Resources
Quick note: If you're in the U.S., today is MLK Day. Now on to the post. I'm a big fan of Jeopardy!, and though I'm a fan of Ken Jennings, I was more sad than I thought I'd be about Alex Trebek's death. Anyway, all this to say, I've been thinking about Jeopardy a lot, and also new beginnings. With that in mind, here's a potpourri of resources, news items, developments, tools, … [Read more...] about A Potpourri of Resources
Guest Post: Is Employing Men Over Women a Nefarious Plot?
By Hristina Nikolovska Even though we live in the 21st century, employees around the world still face gender inequality. According to the latest statistics about women in the workforce, numbers are not in favor of women. For starters, the pay gap between men and women is 20%, and for every dollar that a man earns, a woman earns $0.82. These problems occur across … [Read more...] about Guest Post: Is Employing Men Over Women a Nefarious Plot?
Reading, Learning, Connecting
This post is going to be a little...different. Two main topics have been on my mind lately, and by lately, I mean all the time: BLM and COVID-19. For this post, I'll share some informative and interesting links I've collecting, written in a bit of stream-of-consciousness type form. First, If you're looking to better educate yourself on the movement there are plenty of … [Read more...] about Reading, Learning, Connecting
Being an Ally
With the renewed focus on Black Lives Matter, many people are looking for some resources to gain perspective and understanding. Here are a few I've found that have helped me learn: "5 Steps to Create Empathetic Content Right Now [Examples]" on Content Marketing Institute: Tips for creating empathetic blog posts, emails, and social content "Social Justice Resources for … [Read more...] about Being an Ally
Navigating Changes and Creating Content
It's Monday! I've got more resources I've rounded up throughout the week, and some insights into how this pandemic has changed a few of the industries us authors work in. Industry Changes To start, advertising in the podcast space has changed a lot in the past month, and is continuing to change. So if you're a podcaster in addition to being an author, apparently now's a good … [Read more...] about Navigating Changes and Creating Content
Give Yourself Some Space and Time
I don't know about you, but I've slowed down a lot in the past few weeks. I find myself juggling different kinds of tasks. Instead of trying to squeeze in more meetings and emails and embark on small projects with quick wins, I'm chatting with my family more, trying out new recipes, and keeping my house much cleaner. (Also I, like apparently many others, have been using my … [Read more...] about Give Yourself Some Space and Time
Writing, Reading, Listening While Sheltering At Home
How's everyone doing? In California, we've been sheltering at home for a few weeks now, and adjusting to all the changes. If you're looking for something to do, or new resources to help you cope, I've found a few (below). Writing Lots of people have been finishing their novels while staying at home. If you have a book you've been meaning to get out, now may be a good time. … [Read more...] about Writing, Reading, Listening While Sheltering At Home
Staying Sane By Reading and Learning
Stay safe, and stay sane. I hear these words more and more lately, and I think it's succinct and meaningful. I hope everyone who reads this is healthy and doing well. One thing I've been able to do as a result of sheltering in place is read a lot more. If you're looking for some inspirational stories or tips or even some random tidbits, then I've got a list for … [Read more...] about Staying Sane By Reading and Learning
End of Year Gripes and Resolutions for the New Year
Well folks, we're at the end of another year. I can't believe we're wrapping up 2019 so soon, and heading into the [roaring] 20s. Does that make anyone else feel old? Or like they're channeling their grandparents/great-grandparents? Anyway, around this time of year a lot of us are probably prepping for the new year, where we can start fresh and tackle exciting, new things. … [Read more...] about End of Year Gripes and Resolutions for the New Year
Cool Projects, Fun Tools, and Interesting Reads
It's almost the end of the year, so I thought it'd be fun to do a smörgåsbord type of post. So here's a mix of cool projects, tools, and reads that get you thinking, to inspire you. Cool Projects The Rhythm of Food "I Created 5 Maps That Show How Small Our World Actually Is" on Bored Panda IndyKids! (A free paper by kids, for kids) "Thinking About Starting Your Own … [Read more...] about Cool Projects, Fun Tools, and Interesting Reads
Guest Post: 5 Ways Reading Can Change Your Life (And Best Practices)
By Anna Kucirkova This article was originally published on Cornerstone University's blog. You’ve probably heard that reading can be good for you. You may have heard it your whole life. But maybe reading just isn’t your thing. Maybe you enjoy reading, but you have trouble comprehending difficult material from your classes or your workplace. Good news—this article can … [Read more...] about Guest Post: 5 Ways Reading Can Change Your Life (And Best Practices)
