Author Archives: Kimberly McCloskey

It’s Okay to Throw Stuff Away

Posted on May 15, 2012 by Kimberly McCloskey

I want to reiterate: it’s okay to throw stuff away. I’m not talking about wrappers from fast food joints or the used cat litter. No. I’m referring to stuff that you might consider perfectly acceptable, usable and handy… but that … Continue reading →

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8 Ways to Keep Your Creative Juices Flowing

Posted on April 27, 2012 by Kimberly McCloskey

By Guest Blogger: Charla Mahon Experience teaches us ways that are tried and true, and that has its place so that we don’t keep retracing the same steps. However, new and creative ideas are often needed to help move us … Continue reading →

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Convention Lessons

Posted on April 13, 2012 by Kimberly McCloskey

During the last week of March I attended my first business-related convention and I’ll tell you what, it was nothing like I expected! The presenter not only had a stage, she started the “show” with a band, hired a professional … Continue reading →

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Is Your Spelling a Pet Peeve, Part 2

Posted on March 15, 2012 by Kimberly McCloskey

I recently began reading a book about personal branding and its relation to how you look and behave. My thoughts — because I enjoy writing and it’s a service I provide to several clients — jumped directly to how your … Continue reading →

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Is Your Spelling a Pet Peeve to Your Readers?

Posted on February 12, 2012 by Kimberly McCloskey

I promise, if you slow down while you’re writing, take the time to proof read, and pause over the words that create confusion for you so that you can get them correct, the recipient of your writings will see you in a more professional and credible light. Continue reading →

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It pains me to read bad copy

Posted on January 15, 2012 by Kimberly McCloskey

The other day I was looking for a graphic to use in a client’s ezine and stumbled upon this one. Even though this wasn’t what I was looking for, I knew right away something as amiss so I paused to … Continue reading →

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Have you ordered your copy?

Posted on December 26, 2011 by Kimberly McCloskey

In the 2 1/2 weeks since I launched my book Permission is Granted: Be a Better You I actually sold out on the first batch of books I had in stock and have ordered more! I’m so happy! Have you … Continue reading →

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An easy read with a huge impact!

Posted on December 8, 2011 by Kimberly McCloskey

It’s an easy-read with a huge impact depending on what you get out of the book and implement. Continue reading →

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Reach a Wider Audience: Repurpose Information

Posted on November 17, 2011 by Kimberly McCloskey

Repurposing allows us to reach a wider audience by offering multiple
options. The information and our hard work aren’t being “wasted” on one audience or group of people. Continue reading →

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How To Vacation For $770 Or Less – Seriously

Posted on August 15, 2011 by Kimberly McCloskey

Times are tight and the economy is struggling, but it doesn’t mean you have to skip out on giving yourself a much-needed (and deserved) vacation. Let me share with you how my husband and I took a week-long vacation for … Continue reading →

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