Thursday, May 9, 2013
How to Build a Community
How do you build a community? I was recently asked to share my thoughts on this billion-dollar question as part of a Q&A with Axiom Marketing. For my two cents, read the interview here.
Photo credit: Amanda Venner/Flickr
Monday, March 11, 2013
Best Travel Gear for Business Travelers: 10 Picks
Most business travelers are able to breeze through airport security with just a carry-on, inducing both envy and promises that "I'll pack lighter next time." To help you pack lighter for your next trip, I interviewed 10 experts for their favorite business travel gear. After all, business travelers have perfected the art of packing light.
View the slideshow at HuffingtonPost.com, ABCNews.com, or see the original slideshow that I created for LinkedIn.
Photo by Amy Chen
Tuesday, February 5, 2013
Expert Advice: How to Reject Someone — Nicely
Rejection hurts. From job-related scenarios to sticky family/friend situations, experts reveal how to reject someone (nicely). Read my story here or in the February issue of Real Simple.
Thanks to casting agent Bernard Telsey and writer Julie Klam for taking the time to share their expert advice.
And many thanks to a handful of other experts that I interviewed for the piece: Lizzie Post, who chatted with me about how to break up with someone (tip: skip the Post-It note); career strategist Cynthia Shapiro, who shared polite ways to say no to coworkers' invitations; and career expert Nicole Williams, who talked about the importance of quitting a job with grace (Guess what? Your boss might perceive your two weeks' notice as rejection).
Though we weren't able to run all the tips, I definitely learned that there are good ways to soften the blow — and horrible, you'll-wish-you-could-take-it-back ways.
And without further ado, here's a clip from the Sex and the City episode when Carrie Bradshaw gets dumped via a Post-It note (circa 1998). Of course, these days, it probably would've been a text message.
Thanks to casting agent Bernard Telsey and writer Julie Klam for taking the time to share their expert advice.
And many thanks to a handful of other experts that I interviewed for the piece: Lizzie Post, who chatted with me about how to break up with someone (tip: skip the Post-It note); career strategist Cynthia Shapiro, who shared polite ways to say no to coworkers' invitations; and career expert Nicole Williams, who talked about the importance of quitting a job with grace (Guess what? Your boss might perceive your two weeks' notice as rejection).
Though we weren't able to run all the tips, I definitely learned that there are good ways to soften the blow — and horrible, you'll-wish-you-could-take-it-back ways.
And without further ado, here's a clip from the Sex and the City episode when Carrie Bradshaw gets dumped via a Post-It note (circa 1998). Of course, these days, it probably would've been a text message.
Saturday, November 24, 2012
10 Ways to Reduce Your Holiday Expenses
As the holiday season ramps up, I'm trying to follow the advice of experts like Suze Orman, who helped me come up with 10 ways to spend less during the holidays. I especially appreciated Suze's cautionary advice that sometimes gifts can become burdens -- for example, if you're spending beyond your means, that $50 sweater can end up costing a lot more if you're not able to pay the credit card balance in full. Frightening, but true if your finances aren't in order.
And though it's easier said than done, it may be worth reminding ourselves why we're giving gifts in the first place. For ideas on how to stay within your budget this year, check out this GoodHousekeeping.com slideshow featuring 10 ways to cut costs on gifts, food (entertaining isn't cheap!), and yes, even decorations.
Photo by Amy Chen
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