Creating an Inclusive Culture – Remote Work

Technology has made it possible for a situation that didn’t exist a couple of decades ago: working with strangers. In a new culture of remote work, collaborating with coworkers in another city or country has become more commonplace. This situation can be comfortable for some people, and awkward for others. This possible disconnect between coworkersContinue reading “Creating an Inclusive Culture – Remote Work”

Are You a Kid at Heart?

I think each one of us is a kid at heart. No matter how old we are, a little child inside us just aches to revisit our childhood ways. To have some fun and forget about adult responsibilities. To eat food with our hands and forget about the rules for eating properly with knives andContinue reading “Are You a Kid at Heart?”

Why Technical Writing Is Vital and Fun

People think writers write novels, blog posts, or magazine articles. Technical writing isn’t top of mind. People also tend to think that technical writing is boring. It’s about writing instructions, and how many people have the patience to follow instructions these days? Now before you yawn, let’s get into why we need technical writing.  WhatContinue reading “Why Technical Writing Is Vital and Fun”

Three Wishes, A Different Fate

Getting three wishes from a genie seems like the perfect solution to all life’s challenges. Any difficult problem could be solved. Not enough money to pay for a mortgage? Job searching for over a year because of a bad economy? Solution found! Just ask a genie for millions of dollars. Can’t fix a leak inContinue reading “Three Wishes, A Different Fate”

Taking a Big Risk

The biggest risk a person takes is usually something that drastically changes their life. The thought that you could fail miserably and be laughed at or put down by your nonsupporters can deter you from taking that significant risk. It’s easier to do what’s comfortable and be in your safe place. I took a majorContinue reading “Taking a Big Risk”