I’ve been a full-time writer since 2011. After I left my job as an English professor, I started writing for a newspaper and worked myself up to Managing Editor. Then — they eliminated my position. Undeterred, I started my own agency (The Writing Detective) and just kept writing, editing, and…

Many parents struggle with getting kids interested in urgent global challenges, from hunger to climate change. Often, these topics appear too abstract or intimidating for young minds. A new children’s book series by agriculture expert and sustainability champion Nate Blum is smashing that notion. “Kids have told me they never…

When a public relations crisis hits, a company’s reputation and customer trust can take a devastating blow if not handled swiftly and adeptly. Crafting an effective crisis communications strategy is critical to mitigate reputation damage, demonstrate accountability, and rebuild public faith in the brand. Communicating Through the Crisis The first hours after a crisis…

Earning publicity is an important goal for many businesses and organizations, but PR budgets are often limited or nonexistent. …

The holiday season is an expensive time of year. Between gifts, parties, and holiday meals, costs can really add up. One major expense is groceries. Food prices always seem to rise around the holidays when people are planning big meals and buying ingredients for holiday recipes. Fortunately, there are ways…

When Mandy Davis first made the decision to homeschool her own children, some thought she was crazy. After all, how could an experienced school principal abandon the traditional education system to take on teaching her kids at home full-time? Yet Mandy’s journey from school administrator to homeschooling parent was more…

Press releases have long been a staple of public relations efforts to garner media coverage and public interest. However, in today’s digital marketing landscape, the press release has evolved into a versatile content marketing tool that can be used for various strategic purposes beyond just announcing news. With the rise…

Note: This is not a sponsored post. All opinions are my own and based on trying out the app. As someone passionate about food and technology, I was eager to try Foodiaz, a new app designed to revolutionize home cooking and grocery shopping. …

As the beauty industry evolves, eco-consciousness and sustainability are coming to the forefront. Megan Cox, CEO of Genie Supply, is one of the influential voices guiding this shift. Since launching Genie Supply in 2018, Cox has championed clean, environmentally friendly practices across the company’s product development, sourcing, packaging, and operations. …