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  • Nirvana and the Power of Practice

    May 10, 12 • WritingNo Comments
    Nirvana and the Power of Practice

    Was practice the key that led Nirvana to become the first grunge band to go  main stream? [Buy Nevermind on Amazon (aff link)] I was watching “Nirvana: Nevermind” on Netflix streaming. This documentary from 2005 reveals some of the behind the scenes work that went into the historic album. It also featured interviews with founding ...

  • The Meaning of Meaningless

    Apr 25, 12 • Writing4 Comments
    The Meaning of Meaningless

    This is a free write, part of a link up with Just Write and 5 for 5. The theme for this free write is Words.  In school I was very active in Drama and Speech. I loved to explore characters. I loved to create characters, play dress up, and live their actions. By seventh grade I ...

  • Interview with Mario Schulzke of Ideamensch

    Apr 20, 12 • WritingNo Comments
    Interview with Mario Schulzke of Ideamensch

    Yesterday, I talked about Ideamensch and the community I have found there. I think it is time for the man behind the curtain to speak. I was able to conduct this interview with him over email, despite how busy he is with the big trip! Interview with Mario Schulzke 1. Where did the idea for ...

  • Ideamensch: A community for Thinkers and Doers

    Apr 19, 12 • WritingNo Comments
    Ideamensch: A community for Thinkers and Doers

    I may have mentioned Ideamensch before, but I don’t know if I ever explained what it is all about. The website was founded by Mario Schulzke, an advertising executive. He wanted to bring together the stories of awesome people who were building apps, businesses, and all sorts of other projects. Each day he posts interviews ...

  • What is Simple is True

    Apr 18, 12 • Writing2 Comments
    What is Simple is True

    Everyday the web is getting more cluttered… Do you yearn for simplicity? I have noticed the acquisition frenzy on the part of Google, Facebook, and Twitter. Like the rest of the world, I was shocked when Instagram sold for 2 Billion $$$ Are these guys becoming infinitely more complex? They know something we have forgotten… the power ...

  • 9 Inspirational Quotes for Creativity

    Apr 17, 12 • Writing2 Comments
    9 Inspirational Quotes for Creativity

    When your creativity needs a boost heed these words from some of the greats. I have gathered 9 of my favorites and turned them into graphics you can share on your blog or pin board. Feel free to download these graphics and edit for your needs. 9 Inspirational Quotes on Creativity Quote: “All great deeds ...