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Jess Focht

Jess Focht is a writer and content strategist with 6+ years of experience in media, publishing, and brand storytelling. She has contributed to Insider, Grammarly, and The Creative Independent.

139 articles

How to Join a Job Search Club (and Why You Should)

In the world of remote work, job search clubs can be crucial to not only landing a job, but can help also keep you from feeling isolated. Remember in your younger school days when you…

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15 Black Content Creators You Should Follow Right Now

February is Black History Month, which can be traced back to 1915, when an organization called the ASALH, led by Harvard-educated historian Carter G. Woodson, was formed. By the 1960s, the week had transformed into a full…

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6 Books Every Writer Should Read and Own

The practice of reading is just as important as writing when it comes to maintaining habits that will make you a better writer. If you’re wanting to improve your writing skills, we’ve highlighted some books…

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Mediabistro Jobs Roundup: March 3

New month, new Mediabistro roles. Mediabistro is the #1 job board, community, and career destination for media and content professionals. Once a week, we’ll be updating this list with different types of creative jobs featured. Take…

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6 Startling Facts About Women in Media You Need to Know

The whole month of March is designated as Women’s History Month, and while it’s important to honor the hard work of women, it’s just as crucial to understand the startling statistics behind women working in…

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