Cursive writing is the linking of hand-written characters. It is the penmanship that was taught to us in school after we learned to print. Some will argue that it is an old irrelevant craft due to the modern us of technology; after all, when was the last time you received a hands-written letter in the mail? It is a fact that we do not use hand written notes very often. In meetings, I bring my iPad, accounting we use computers and letters received are either written on the computer and printed or sent by e-mail. Continue reading Should Children be Taught Cursive Writing
Journaling
Journaling is something that I have been doing off and on for a while. I journal using low-tech methods. I have a leather bound book and a nice pen. I love my pens. I used to have fountain pens, but I have no idea where to buy the pens or ink anymore. I think chosing my low-tech method is more appealing to me since everything else I do is high-tech. There is something to be said about mixing things up a bit, and I believe it makes my journal time more my personal time. Continue reading Journaling
Programs on my IPad
I often get asked what I use my iPad for. I tend to use my iPad for more practical things like:
- Web design
- Blogging
- Task lists
- System remote access
- Reading books
iPad 3 – My Thoughts
Being the owner of the iPad 1 and the iPad 2, I thought it was only appropriate to follow the launch of the iPad 3. The iPad 3 launch was brought to the public with high anticipation. Despite the launch of the iPhone 4s, this is actually the first big launch without our beloved Steve Jobs. The new release did not quite live up to Steve Jobs’ flair for a product release.
New Appreciation for Apple Products
A few years back, one of my customers sent my wife an IPad. There was a note that had said Happy Wife, Happy Life, You keep me happy. From that point our lives were changed for ever. Up until this time our house was 100% a PC family.
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Social Media Success and Failures
Social media if used correctly can be good. If used incorrectly, can distract or damage your business’ reputation. Often what can go wrong is having a person with their own agenda rather than that of the business. Personal or in appropriate information can sneak into the companies social outlet and eventually bring down the professionalism. Inappropriate material such as videos, jokes or articles can distract or damage the reputation of the company. Reputation is everything.
Disclaimer: There are always exceptions to the rules. Find what works for you. If you are stumbling, review these points as they may help.
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How a Social Media Can Damage A Company
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Social media if used correctly can be good. If used incorrectly, can distract or damage your business’ reputation. Often what can go wrong is having a person with their own agenda rather than that of the business. Personal or in appropriate information can sneak into the companies social outlet and eventually bring down the professionalism. Inappropriate material such as videos, jokes or articles can distract or damage the reputation of the company. Reputation is everything.
Disclaimer: There are always exceptions to the rules. Find what works for you. If you are stumbling, review these points as they may help.
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How Social Media Can Help You Attract Business
Social media is new. It’s vey new, but it is not going away. If used correctly, social media has the ability to boost your web business.
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Leaving a Job – Integrity
This past week I had finished my position at an undisclosed company. It seemed to go fairly smoothly. I worked hard all week, tried to ensure my boss was comfortable and tried to fix as many issues as possible.
Happy New Year – 2012
Wishing everyone a Happy New Year – 2012!