Why Blog

Once in a while Dave Winer hits one out of the park – this is one of those times:
“ … the posts I’ve written here have served as a calling card, a way of keeping my name and ideas on people’s minds.
… And that’s the role of a blog, it’s a way of communicating what [...]

Putting Twitter to good use

The other day I was sniffing around for a Portland (Maine) equivalent to the WCAX weather announcer that announces Vermont weather via Twitter. I didn’t find one. I did however find a post that seemed to echo some of the thoughts and confusion I’ve heard elsewhere regarding the utility of Twitter. This [...]

Disability Etiquette

The United Spinal Association has a great pamphlet on Disability Etiquette. It’s light, conversational (plenty of comics with situational examples), and friendly in tone.
This goes a long way in increasing awareness about a host of disabilities. It also is a very useful tool in combating the fear that stems from [...]

Preparation, presentation, and communication

Good presentation skills have nothing to do with slide shows or getting up in front of a room full of people. They are the same skills you use almost every day, when you communicate with others.