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8 min

Dealing with Difficult People

Difficult people may be our greatest teachers, but that doesn't mean we want them in our lives. But there they are. Here's what you can do.

1 min

Laughter: A Much Needed Sign for these Times

Sick from Covid? Sick OF Covid? You're not alone and the world certainly can use a break from all the doom and gloom. Get your laughs here.

5 min

The Silver Lining in a Lost Year

My list of silver linings from this seemingly never-ending Great Shutdown? Cooking dinner almost every night certainly isn't one of them!

4 min

Creating Unique, Authentic Characters on Set

What's the key to creating unique, authentic, and memorable characters on set? Cluck here for my take on the subject.

4 min

Doing Business with People of Good Character

People do business with people they know, like, and trust. But what to do about those pesky troublemakers and ultra difficult people?!

3 min

Hearty and Aromatic Vegetable Casserole

Terrific any time of the year - especially when you're stuck in the house - this delicious vegetarian dinner is a real people pleaser.

2 min

Unmasking the Future: Looking Forward to Normalcy

One day (hopefully soon!), this pandemic will be OVER and we can dispense with masks once and for all. The question is: how to celebrate?!

6 min

Voice Over and On-Camera: A Symbiotic Relationship

Here are a few tips that I’ve brought over from the VO world that I’ve found to be most helpful in my work in film and television:

5 min

Becoming a Top Notch Service Provider

Learn from the best. Take a process used by top tech companies and use it to better serve YOUR customers.

4 min

Walking the Fine Line Between Security and Independence

Coronavirus has us struggling to weigh the balance between protecting the general public and safe-guarding our personal freedoms.

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