Warning: Most Controversial Post to Date
I’m talking about wolves – and wolf hunting, folks. I knew of the reintroduction of wolves in Montana and Yellowstone National Park, more specifically. But since it was there, and I’m in Minnesota, I didn’t really think anything of it. Then, one of Sportsman Channel’s shows, On Your Own Adventures with Randy Newberg, said they…
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An Ode to Magazines
I absolutely love magazines. I adore going to the nearest bookstore and browsing the colorful combination of style, substance and creativity. I can’t get over “5 ways to be clutter-free” or “The top 7 budget-friendly vacation spots.” But it’s not just the words that grab me – it’s the covers and the pretty pictures. I…
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Networking 101 (for the TV Biz)
If you don’t know the TV industry, you have options to get in: 1 -just dive in and hope someone will take pity on you and hold your hand or possibly, 2 – do your homework and network. My advice is number two. So where do you start? 1. LinkedIN – the new age networking tool for…
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When Seeking a Job/Career – Consider This Question
When considering changing careers – or looking for a new gig, you should consider this question: What job or industry has a trade show that would be your version of “kid in a candy store” or heaven? I just returned from SHOT (Shooting, Hunting & Outdoor Trade) Show in Las Vegas where the average guest…
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Write About What You Know – And If You Don’t Know? Ask.
I recently stumbled upon an article titled: “TV Gun Shows Go Mainstream in 2011.” I was intrigued, given my profession, what this article would entail. I figured it would be something about the gun-related shows popping up on “other” networks. And I was correct. But what inspired this post is the opening paragraph: “Whether it was…
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What the heck am I doing?
I haven’t written in this blog since October – geesh. To say that I am busy is a good excuse, but I really struggle with this constant fear of “who gives a crap what I write about?” In my head, I write posts all the time. Some are witty and funny (to me anyway). And…
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