Lately, I've been kind of obsessed with this new role that's popping up everywhere - UX Writer. And I mean everywhere (at least here in Seattle). Google's looking. Amazon's looking. Agencies are looking. Even retail giant Nordstom is looking.
Read MoreScience Writing vs. Technical Writing: What's the Difference?
There are two things I can't shut up about when I meet people or connect with old friends. One is my experience in MIT's Graduate Program in Science Writing, which destroyed and rebuilt me as Kristina v. 2.0. The other is my current job at a little company that focuses on making people's lives better through technology. I'm a professional writer/storyteller, and I couldn't be more excited about that.
Read More3 ways to screw up your social media strategy
The truth is, social media is still wildly misunderstood, particularly as far as marketers are concerned. Intelligent startups have addressed this problem with two methods...
Read MoreI met a bird today...
Got out this morning to explore Pike Place Market with my new camera. After sitting on a bench for a while, I learned that I am, in fact, probably a Disney princess.
How to not mess up your tech startup
Startups are a special breed. I’ve worked with startups at varying stages of their life cycles, and I’ve become fascinated with what determines success. I’ve identified a few elements that can be controlled.
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24 skills I kept off my resume
I hate resumes. They are boring and are crap at painting a picture of someone. So I did this.
Read MoreWhy English majors matter
English majors are the coolest people. I'm going to explain why. If you're considering being an English major, read on. If you pity English majors, a) no, and b) read on. If you're a down-on-your-luck former English major, read on.
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