Blog
As time goes on, our interests change. Here’s a collection of several of my interests.
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The Forward Email Culture: Navigating Communication in the Workplace
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Embracing the Now vs. Embracing the Later: Exploring the Personalities of ‘Let’s Do It Today’ and ‘Let’s Do It Tomorrow’ Individuals
Read Time: 3 minutesMy daughter and I tend to be night owls. Sharing nighttime conversations over cheese (or other snacks), discussing various ideas that pop into our mind. I made an recent observation that when an activity was brought up, my daughter was usually all-in…immediately, while I tended to prefer the activity (because it was usually late) be…
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Finding Your Rhythm: The Pros and Cons of Synchronous and Asynchronous College Courses
Read Time: 2 minutesIn the ever-evolving landscape of higher education, students now have more flexibility than ever in choosing how they want to engage with their coursework. Synchronous and asynchronous learning styles are two distinct approaches, each with its own set of advantages. This blog post will delve into the world of synchronous and asynchronous college courses, shedding…
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The Early Bird Advantage: How Waking Up Early Prepares You to Seize the Day
Read Time: 3 minutesMy partner Amy is up everyday at 4:45am. She gets up and gets to work on the treadmill or she takes Frankie (our dog) with her around the neighborhood. I tend to be an ‘occasional’ early riser. In my my earlier days, I would be up for work. More recently, I am up and on…
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A Guide to Adding DMARC Records to Your DNS
Read Time: 2 minutesDMARC (Domain-based Message Authentication, Reporting, and Conformance) plays a pivotal role in safeguarding your domain against phishing attacks and email spoofing. In this guide, we’ll demystify DMARC and walk you through the steps to add a DMARC record to your DNS, fortifying your email authentication efforts. Step 1: Understand the Basics of DMARC Learn what…
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Mise En Place: Applying the Principles of Kitchen Organization to Web Development at an Agency
Read Time: 2 minutesI was speaking with someone recently and they told me about “mise en place” (pronounced “MEEZ-on-plahs”). This French term, which roughly translates to “everything in its place,” refers to the process of preparing and organizing all of the necessary ingredients and tools BEFORE starting to cook. It’s a crucial step in ensuring that the cooking…
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Lost in Translation? Why Your Videos Need Foreign Language Subtitles and Audio Dubs on YouTube
Read Time: 2 minutesI have found myself watching more YouTube than television. Because of YouTube, creators have the opportunity to reach audiences with specific content, around the world. However, many still focus solely on creating content in their native language, because it is safe, and therefore missing out on a significant opportunity to reach global audiences. In a…
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Why Hiring Two People for a Department at the Same Time is a Good Idea for Company Culture
Read Time: 3 minutesMany moons ago, I was hired for my first career out of college. The agency also brought on two interns at the same time. What was nice about all of us being hired at the same time, being so green, is that I didn’t feel alone. The three of us could go to lunch, talk…
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Body Doubling…helping remote workers and students
Read Time: 3 minutesWhen our company was fully remote, there were times when coworkers asked for calls, but because of focus and work loads, I often asked to schedule a meeting to prevent interruptions. This way, I could prepare for it and be fully focused on the subject of the meeting. With some co-workers, meetings would be quick…
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Creating an NFT in Adobe Photoshop
Read Time: 2 minutesNFTs are an interesting niche. Not to long ago, they blew up on the digital scene as a new creative way to mint and sell art. Now you have artists from all over the world creating unique digital art and selling it online. Collectors, likewise, want to get their hands on one-of-a-kind digital pieces. Below…