Stories, ideas, and perspectives to spark your next creative move. Be Inspired features profiles, essays, and thought pieces that celebrate the work of media and creative professionals and remind you why you got into the industry in the first place.
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As someone in the creative industry, you know the importance of self-discipline and mental well-being. That’s especially true if you work independently. There are so many benefits to being an independent contractor, especially when you…
Frankie Wallace
By the minute, things like technological advances and artificial intelligence are changing people’s day-to-day lives—and the working world. While some people fear that this could disrupt their industry, a lot of data points to quite…
Jess Focht
Introduction: Your Place in the Media Universe The media sector is a multi-faceted arena teeming with many career opportunities. It's a realm where creative ingenuity meets technical prowess, resulting in the production of impactful content.…
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Coming out of our post-pandemic haze, people have been searching for meaning...and a new job. Having experienced remote work and forced separation from office life, many employees are now awakening to the state of their…
Mike Monroe
Being a freelance writer comes with many perks. You get to choose your own schedule, work from anywhere and be your own supervisor. Writers and creatives are often drawn to that kind of work freedom,…
Cora Gold
So you've unpacked your bags, set up your desk, and brewed that first cup of newsroom coffee. Welcome to the bustling, chaotic, and downright enthralling world of journalism. You're probably a mix of excitement, nervousness,…
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A lot of people really like craft beer. But, how many people love it enough to do a crazy 40 Day/40 Pennsylvania Craft Brewery Tour? Most of us enjoy a morning cup of coffee, but…
Ayana Young
The number one lesson we try to teach about the holidays is that the very best gifts are the ones we give. That’s why after a full weekend of unabashed consumerism, Cyber Monday is followed…
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When it comes to our productivity and creativity some of us thrive in the sun while others burn the midnight oil. But have you ever wondered if the time of day affects your accuracy? The…
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