Tag Archives: HARO

Scams Behind Print Advertising And Free Press

Posted on April 22, 2010 by

I don’t pay for print advertising. I don’t have to. Actually, let me change that, I may consider it depending on the publication and potential for exposure AND sales. There are so many forms of press coverage now that will … Continue reading →

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Will’s Wisdom and the Pursuit of Happiness

Posted on March 21, 2010 by

“Don’t ever let somebody tell you you cant do something. Not even me. Alright. You got a dream. You gotta protect it. People can’t do something themselves, they wanna tell you you can’t do it. You want something. Go get it. Period.” Will Smith from The Pursuit of Happiness Continue reading →

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I Am A Talk Radio Host

Posted on March 3, 2010 by

What is your new career?

Talk Radio Host. Now also author of “Secrets of A Jewish Mother,” with my sister Jill Zarin and my mother Gloria Kamen.

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Coming Soon To How I Changed Careers

Posted on March 2, 2010 by

We just launched the new entrepreneur / career changer’s series with James Wingfield who started his own law firm. There is more to come. How about a cellular biologist turned musician.? An attorney who is now a radio host. Someone … Continue reading →

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New Entrepreneurial Interview Series Starting March 21

Posted on February 16, 2010 by

I am going through a variety of submissions to bring new, real, raw, and inspirational stories of people who have taken the plunge and changed careers.

You will hear about failures, successes and lessons learned. You will likely gain some insight.

You are sure to be inspired. I am.

So I ask,

If you hate your job so much why stay?

Really, Why stay?

And don’t blame your kids or your mortgage.

If you have a great a story to tell, write me and tell me about it.
We may just include your story on the blog. Continue reading →

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Career Change : From Actuary To Fantasy Sports Sherpa

Posted on September 29, 2009 by

I was at a natural transition point because I’d just been laid off for a second time. I decided there would never be a better time than the present to take a chance, and that if I didn’t take a chance, I’d spend the rest of my life regretting it. Continue reading →

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Entrepreneur Profile: Peter Shankman of HARO

Posted on September 15, 2009 by

In addition to HARO, Peter is the founder and CEO of The Geek Factory, Inc., a boutique Marketing and PR Strategy firm located in New York City, with clients worldwide. His blog, which he launched as a website in 1995, (www.shankman.com) both comments on and generates news and conversation.”

You can listen to my Interview with Peter Shankman of HARO.

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You can also listen here Peter Shankman of Haro on How I Changed Careers

Below are interesting quotes from the interview. Continue reading →

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