Category: Communication
The Black Toilet Seat
Before I was born, my parents went to Europe for a summer driving holiday with my brother (age four) and sister (two and a half). Family lore has it that my sister refused (loudly, and with terrible-two certainty) to use Read More …
Transcription: Manual or Auto?
Transcribing an interview demands both accuracy and efficiency. Should you DIY or hire a bot? Read More …
Recording Interviews: Get it Right
Recording interviews is an important part of a writer’s workflow, and there are a lot of mistakes to be made. Read More …
Podcast: Solving the (Sailing) World’s Problems
The shoe was on the other foot when I answered questions instead of asking them. Read More …
Listen To Your Teammate(s)
Listening and taking input well requires parking that ego for long enough to open our ears. Read More …
5 Reasons to Keep Blogging
Blogging isn’t “cool” anymore, but it’s still worthwhile, at least for me. Read More …
Mailchimp: Keeping it Personal
Many companies offer email marketing services, but Mailchimp makes it easy—while keeping it light. Read More …
Voting in a Small Town
Don’t worry, this is not a political rant. Read More …
Crewing Lessons: Those Unsung Chameleons
A good crew is usually a bit of a chameleon—as well as strong, smart, and positive. Read More …
Social Media Maturation: 2016 Update
Social media has changed how we communicate, though the basics remain the same. Here’s what works for me. Read More …
