In the professional world, it’s about who you know. You have to have the right skills, but you also need to know the right person to open the door to...
When trying to pitch your work for publication, there are certain best practices that might seem obvious to some. However, as an editor myself, I’ve seen op-ed writers often make...
In the age of the 24-hour news cycle, staying informed can seem close to impossible. One of my favorite professors in college advised his students to read the news for...
“Serious DC people only read nonfiction.” One of my friends and colleagues came to believe this during his first internship in Washington. He would eventually change his mind, but I...
So you’ve got writer’s block. It happens to all of us as we get busy and sidetracked or have too much to say and aren’t sure where to start. Speaking...
Making time for professional development can be a challenge, especially when we already balance work, volunteering, family time, and other activities. Learn to leverage what extra time you do have...
