Month: May 2018

California Deals Major Blow to Freelancers: Why Millennials Could Be Negatively Impacted Elsewhere

A California Supreme Court ruling has dealt a huge blow to freelancers who participate in the gig economy. It unanimously ruled that contractors must be classified as full-fledged employees with all added benefits—a move would would increase a company’s expenses roughly 25-40%. US News puts it as a move that “would limit businesses from classifying …

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I’m Presenting on Social Media Best Practices at 2018 National Service Dog Conference

I have some exciting news, everyone! I’ll be delivering remarks on social media best practices at the upcoming 2018 National Service Dog Conference put on by the Association of Service Dog Providers for Military Veterans (ASDPMV) here in Washington, D.C. The summit will take place from July 23-25, 2018. Fun fact: I previously hosted a …

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How Data Privacy-Minded Americans Can Prepare for GDPR

If you’re a subscriber to email newsletters, you’ve probably received a barrage of updates regarding GDPR and how your data will be used going forward. Tomorrow, May 25, 2018, these new European Union (EU) rules pertaining to data collection go into effect. Some forecasters have predicted doom and gloom— and they aren’t entirely off-mark. The …

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Need a Media Strategist? Fill Out My Survey For Potential Collaboration Opportunities

Are you in need of a branding specialist? Does your political campaign require media/ grassroots training or communications help? Does your nonprofit need help with recruiting Millennials and bolstering influencer marketing efforts in hunting, fishing, or shooting sports? I can help you with all of these! I specialize in a multitude of services, which you …

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EP. 19 | ‘Sportswomen You Ought to Know’ — Cindy Nguyen of Columbia PFG

On November 1, 2017, I interviewed angler and Columbia PFG pro staffer Cindy “Sid” Nguyen. Sid is a Texas-based angler and blogger. Here’s our interview: Cindy discussed the following with me: How she developed her love of fishing and Texas Her role with Columbia Sportswear How to involve more women in fishing / Hurricane Harvey …

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EP. 18 | ‘Sportswomen You Ought to Know’ — Whitney Vau, Wilderness Athlete & Girls With Guns Clothing

On October 26, 2018, I interviewed realtor Whitney Vau for EP 18 of “Sportswomen You Ought to Know.” Whitney is involved with Girls with Guns Clothing and Wilderness Athlete. Below is our interview: Here’s the gist of our conversation: How Whitney got involved in the outdoors growing up in Northern California Her role with GWGC …

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3 Reasons You Need to Write Convincing Op-Eds

Have you ever wanted to write op-eds? There is a certain mystery about them. When I started blogging and contributing articles to local publications in 2006—I was 15—very few people could be published — except if you wanted to submit Letters-to-the-Editors (LTTE). Unless you were a syndicated columnist, reporter, or prominent public figure, one’s ability …

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EP17 | ‘Sportswomen You Ought to Know’ — Morgan Mills, Country Singer and Host

On October 18, 2017, I interviewed NRA Country host and musician Morgan Mills at Pinewood Social LIVE from Nashville, TN. Below is our interview: Here’s the gist of what we discussed: How Morgan got hooked on the outdoors Her role with NRA Country How she balances outdoors with career in Nashville Her dream & memorable …

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