Developing a Writing Community
When developing a writing community for yourself, it is most important to remember that it takes great relationships with other people to build that network. Here I will explore a…
Can Female Entrepreneurs Take Chicago Seriously?
The Chicago startup scene is growing and has been over the past few years. In 2013, a Forbes article highlighted how Chicago’s startup scene was “on fire”. Interestingly, out of…
Stop Comparing Yourself to Others
Writer Shot #2: Frequently as artists, we may fall into the pattern of comparing our achievements (or lack thereof) to others within our field. Sometimes it can be inspiring;…
WRITING PROCESS V.S. WRITING TO GET PUBLISHED
Hey folks! I’m introducing here what I call a “writer shot”, which will be really quick points about dos and don’ts, what has helped me and what has driven me…
This Fortune Cookie Thinks It Knows My Life
We want the testimony but not the test. You don’t have to suffer to learn something in life but you do have to get out there and try. Here is…
So You Want To Be A Writer?
I’m not a master poet. Not even close. But in my limited experience I’ve discovered a few tips that I am confident will follow me throughout my tenure as a…
Here Is Our Glappitnova Recap Video So Prepare Yourself
Sponsored by Crain’s Chicago Business, The RedEye, Miller Coors, and Vosges Haut-Chocolat the nights at Glappitnova were out of this world. Check out what happened if you don’t believe us….
Everyone Should Believe They Have No Limits On What Is Possible
Chicago Mayor Candidate Dr. Amara Enyia inspired the crowd at her Glappitnova session talking about living life without limits, and social justice. Learning how to swim one year prior to…
Huge Glappitnova Announcement
With the extreme growth and success of Glappitnova we will be expanding into two weeks, having over 40 awesome storytellers, plenty of performers, interactive classes, and competitions have been added…