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A Quick Take on Windows Live Writer 2011

Posted by on Oct 5, 2010 in blogging | 9 comments

A Quick Take on Windows Live Writer 2011

Tweet I have been using Windows Live Writer for a couple of years now.  It is the best blog writing software out there, and I have used a bunch of them.  The best thing about Windows Live Writer is that you have all the tools to write a good blog post without having to access multiple tools.  Additionally, you can download plugins that will further enhance your blog writing experience if you still need a little more than what Windows...

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New Ezine Filled with Technical Writing Tips and Articles

Posted by on May 17, 2010 in blogging, news, portfolio, proposal writing, random words, technical writing, tips | 0 comments

Tweet I wanted to let everyone know that I am going to launch my weekly e-newsletter starting next week.  It will be filled with tips and articles on technical writing, proposal writing, and web content writing. Please contact me with any story ideas or questions you want discussed. If you want to subscribe, please fill out your email in the form below: join our mailing list * indicates required Email Address...

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Using WordPress for Blackberry

Posted by on Mar 25, 2010 in blogging | 0 comments

Tweet I’m typing this on WordPress for Blackberry. If you see any grammatical mistakes, you’ll have to excuse me. I really am glad that this app was developed. For someone who is always on the go, its a great way to blog while still runnin about. Setup: The setup wasn’t so bad. I installed it from the Blackberry App World. After I rebooted my phone, I added this blog, and my personal one. At first, I could see my blogs,...

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My Favorite Blog Posts I Wrote in 2009

Posted by on Jan 3, 2010 in blogging | 0 comments

Tweet These are my favorite blog posts that I wrote in 2009. Reading these, I realized that practice does make perfect. My blogging technique has definitely improved for the better. I plan on writing many more blog posts in 2010. 1. 6 Ways to Publish Your Own Book – Mashable March 1, 2009 Online self-publishing services have given users the tools they need to create, publish and promote their work. These sites allow authors to...

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Look Back on My Career in 2009; What’s Next in 2010

Posted by on Dec 29, 2009 in blogging, proposal writing, random words, technical writing | 2 comments

Tweet I’ve had ups and downs this year regarding my career. One thing that I can say is that I’ve had more ups than downs. In 2009, I found myself being laid off and contemplating my next move. I came to realize that I had become complacent since I began with the company, so I decided to really get moving on my dream of becoming a full-time freelance writer. I began applying to more writing gigs, and the most insane thing...

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The 30 WordPress Plugins that I Use on My Blog

Posted by on Nov 30, 2009 in blogging, writing tools | 0 comments

Tweet Every WordPress user probably has a couple of plugins that they use to enhance their blog/site, be it on the back-end or front-end.  Here are the 30 WordPress plugins that I currently use on my blog.  Are there any that you use that I didn’t list? 1.  Akismet – Akismet is a must-have plugin if you want to have extra spam protection. Version 2.2.6 | By Matt Mullenweg | Visit plugin site 2.  All in One SEO Pack – The All In...

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