Monthly Archives: March 2009

Tales from the field – CES 2009 a few months later

Sometimes I wonder if other jobs offer the same opportunity for snack adventures, celebrity sightings, wild weather, and marvelous vistas as do the handful of occupations I call my own. That is, as a writer, journalist, content creator and commentator … —yes, there’s more—

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March Madness – Day Five of Ten

March 13, 2009 – Nashville to Austin, TX This was a day and a half of driving. It was only my second stint behind the wheel and the day’s highlights were: Best BBQ of the entire ten days Nerves getting … —yes, there’s more—

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March Madness – Day Four of Ten

March 12, 2009 – Louisville to Louisville to Bowling Green to Nashville, TN You’d think that if you started your day AT your destination you would be in pretty good shape for getting all your daily projects done. Not in … —yes, there’s more—

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March Madness – Day Three of Ten

March 11, 2009 – Cincinnati to Louisville, KY When I was a college student, I made a trip around the United States by myself. I was on an independent study that required I visit and interview the public relations representatives … —yes, there’s more—

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March Madness – Day Two of Ten

March 10, 2009 – Cleveland to Cincinnati In the car at dawn (you’ll notice that this is a recurring theme), we arrived at the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame. We did an interview at the Hall and then did … —yes, there’s more—

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March Madness – From Providence to Austin in 10 Easy Steps

As some of you know, I’ve been immersed in technology, blogging and Twitter for the past two weeks. But that immersion has precluded me from putting up posts because I was creating content for others. First, I took part in … —yes, there’s more—

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Gadgets and gear – what to bring on an #iRoadTrip

I’m not going to walk through the underwear choices and hair-styling products necessary for five days on the road with a team of social media practicioners, but what I’m going to give you here is an overview of what tech … —yes, there’s more—

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Of Road Trips and Social Media and a Little Responsibility

Jim Storer mentions in his latest blog post that it’s foolish not to begin a week of insanity, sleep deprivation and critical client networking with a few naps and then a few more naps to ensure you’re bright-eyed and bushy … —yes, there’s more—

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Words and thoughts on writing…and lending

When you write about writing you’re causing the universe to implode a little. It’s like talking about giving speeches or sweeping up the floor of a broom factory. But the discussion must happen because so few people know how to … —yes, there’s more—

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