Category Archives: employment

6 Ways To Build A Successful Entrepreneurial Community

Posted on May 7, 2010 by Krishanna

Jobs, Jobs, Jobs.  Who creates them? According to the Kauffman Foundation, most jobs are created by new businesses. We need those jobs, and we need those businesses. And they can’t be developed in a vacuum.  Everyone knows Silicon Valley is … Continue reading →

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10 Tips For Better Business Writing

Posted on May 5, 2010 by Krishanna

The growing ubiquity of e-mail means that everyone in business, from lords of finance to programmers who dream in code, needs to write intelligently. By using simple, clear, precise language–and following a few other basic writing rules–you can become a … Continue reading →

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Quick And Dirty Business Promotion When Your Website Stinks

Posted on January 22, 2010 by Krishanna

Ok, so you’ve decided to start using the Internet to promote your business more actively and most people you talk to who know about the web tell you the same thing … you need to redesign your website. The problem … Continue reading →

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Managing a Small Business While Working Elsewhere

Posted on January 21, 2010 by Krishanna

 By Trent Hamm Source: Open Forum When I was in the process of launching my internet business, The Simple Dollar, I was under a great deal of stress.  I was working a full time job while at the same time … Continue reading →

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“Disabled” Doesn’t Mean We Can’t Work

Posted on October 17, 2009 by Krishanna

By Liz Henry October is Disability Employment Awareness Month. Let’s look at blogs out there by women about disability and work! Patricia E. Bauer hits right on target as usual: President urges employers to welcome workers with disabilities. I’m all … Continue reading →

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5 Ways To De-Stress A Project

Posted on July 31, 2009 by Krishanna

Most of our work happiness comes from our relationship with ourselves. For example, I recently started working on  a proposal for a non-profit human services organization. As I’m reading and putting all the research together, roughing out each section and … Continue reading →

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LaidOffCampRVA

Posted on July 10, 2009 by Krishanna

LaidOffCampRVA is an unconference for unemployed, non-traditionally employed, employees and employers (including freelancers, entrepreneurs and startups) in the Richmond area who want to share ideas and learnfrom each other. Attendee/Sponsor-driven sessions will include: Using Twitter, LinkedIn & Facebook as Lead … Continue reading →

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Mistakes & Learning

Posted on June 16, 2009 by Krishanna

I was recently presented with an opportunity I wasn’t sure was right for me. I wasn’t sure it was wrong for me either. So, I went ahead and decided to give it shot; either way I’d learn something. I spent … Continue reading →

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Entrepreneur uses latest mobile assistive technology to compete in the business world

Posted on June 4, 2009 by Krishanna

From Disabled World Twenty-five year-old businessman, Arran Smith, set up his IT company five years ago to provide computer services and support to local businesses and individuals. Diagnosed as severely dyslexic at eight years-old, Arran’s condition historically prevented him from … Continue reading →

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Economy Makes Finding A Job Harder

Posted on June 2, 2009 by Krishanna

From Profoundly Yours This is a question I am often asked: Does the shaky economy make it harder for people with disabilities to find a job? Undoubtedly, yes. The job marketplace is more competitive, and frankly, it’s easier for an … Continue reading →

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