10 February 2010 ~ 0 Comments

Ethics in Blogging – Handling an ethical dilemma

Occasionally I run into an ethical dilemma with my blog. Today, I was looking on craigslist spokane for a creative gig, cause that’s what I do and I encountered another work for portfolio ad – believe me, these are common and I guess I’ve just had it up to my eyeballs with working for [...]

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16 December 2009 ~ 0 Comments

Some new Dirk McFergus articles on e-How

Dirk McFergus is the ultimate how-to guy.  He’ll write about how to do anything.  He spent a couple of hours writing some quality articles for e-How and you should check them out (if you want to learn something good for you).
How to Create an Easy Screen Shot with Picasa
How to Automate Your Online Job Search
How [...]

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12 December 2009 ~ 0 Comments

A Simple Formula to Evaluate the Value of Your Time

This article presents a simple formula to determine a base value of time spent versus earnings. It concludes the creation of intellectual property has the potential for residual and passive income which makes it more attractive than working at a job. Of course, the unquantifiable factor is if you enjoy how you spend your time.

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30 November 2009 ~ 0 Comments

More Fun With Craigslist

Ok, so now I’m just having a little fun at craigslist’s expense. I don’t expect any takers on this ad but hey, it’s worth a shot. A guy’s gotta earn some money.
Bodyguard/Bouncer
Need a professional for your event? Bodyguard/Bouncer, trained in Judo, Brazilian Jiu-jitsu, Kung Foo San Soo and former military, professional in appearance [...]

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30 November 2009 ~ 0 Comments

Is anyone else hurting for cash?

I woke up this morning, a sense desperation covering me from head to toe. Job searching in Coeur d’Alene has been pitiful fruitless and pitiful so despite my many talents I posted a last ditch effort ad on craigslist. You want detail? Here goes:
Dirty Job? Get it clean fast!
Former Idaho State [...]

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10 January 2009 ~ 2 Comments

What’s up with Las Vegas Storage Unit Auctions?

Question:
Dirk, I was at a storage unit auction in Las Vegas and I couldn’t believe what people were paying for the stuff.  What is going on with this craziness?
James B., Las Vegas
Answer:
James, I was in town for the storage unit auction last week you’re referring to and I agree that there is some craziness going [...]

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