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The 100th Post: Unveiling the iSPEAK Project
Personal Reflection When I started the blog I was getting my Master’s Degree in Instructional Design. It was from a smaller local liberal arts college. The college had a strong online program with a foundation in technology. Fontbonne is not the greatest college in the world. In a few years, it will sadly close its… Read more
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iSPEAK | Real Speakers Need Speaker Reels
The speaker discusses the importance of speaker reels for those aiming to speak at conferences and become keynote speakers. They quickly put together a speaker reel using a smartphone and basic equipment, emphasizing the idea that content is more crucial than production quality. Despite minimal investment and production value, the project landed them a speaking… Read more
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Understanding ‘Beach’: A Symbol of Relaxation and Informality | Seeking Understanding of the Job Title ‘Beach’ and Its Symbolism
In a previous post, I declared I Can Beach, however, I did not delve deeply into what that means and left it up to your interpretation. I plan to dig deeper into what “Beach” means in this post. Prologue In 2023, Greta Gerwig directed a groundbreaking film about the push and pull between the patriarchy… Read more
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Overcoming Analysis Paralysis: Embracing Self-Care for Creativity and Integration
The VLOG author reflects on their struggle to produce content and acknowledges their lack of focus on self-care. They attended a conference that inspired them to prioritize self-care, and they share insights from the event. The post addresses their difficulty in maintaining a clear message in their content and their intention to focus on simplicity… Read more
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I Can Beach
My word for 2024 is Integration, and I am applying this goal to all of my projects. In this post, I integrate my interests in Podcasting, gardening, home repair, painting, video design, and parenting into a single message on productivity and self-improvement. Video AI Summary Monica is a free AI assistant that I have added… Read more
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Building My Sound Booth
The post details the process of improving a sound booth, covering topics such as adding an egress window, leveling the floor, soundproofing, and installing a jetted tub. The writer also addresses a specific audio issue with their setup. Ultimately, they express a focus on integrating their various interests into their life. Read more
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