(Devex.com 3/7/2011)
Foreign language skills can give you an edge as you're applying for international development jobs or consulting gigs, and they may even affect your pay. But, which languages are in high demand -- apart from English, which most aid groups require applicants to speak fluently?
(Devex 3/30/2011)
You already work in international development but want to switch to another type of aid organization? You've been a humanitarian aid consultant but want to change pace? You're a nurse who wants to work in global health?
(Devex.com 3/23/2011)
Getting ready for a international development job interview? Although it is impossible to know exactly which topics will come up during the conversation, thinking about answers to some common questions ahead of time will help you be prepared and do well during the interview.
(Devex.com 3/4/2011)
Customs may differ around the world and among employers, but there's one factor to landing a staff or consulting gig in international development, humanitarian aid and global health that tends to be universal: the job interview. Here's how to ace that face-to-face.
(Devex 2/18/2011)
Meeting with a recruiter face to face is not always possible in the fields of international development, humanitarian aid and global health. Here's how to ace that phone interview -- whether you're a college graduate or experienced individual consultant.
(Devex 4/7/2011)
You're in the running for an amazing international development job, and the question of compensation comes up. What do you do?
(Devex 3/25/2014)
In development, soft skills can just as easily come into play during challenges in the field as when navigating office politics.
(Devex.com 3/4/2011)
Dressing for business meetings or job interviews can be a challenge for globe-trotting, culture-hopping aid workers. True, the dilemma is common in any industry -- but it is especially tricky in one that covers a diverse range of organizations and regions, such as international development.
(Comstock's 3/1/2011)
Sacramento area banks offer more than just transactions.
(Comstock's 10/1/2010)
There's a lot of legal hubbub in California surrounding Property-Assessed Clean Energy programs. Also known as PACE, the programs could be headed for troubled waters.
(Providence Journal 6/19/2005)
A review of Melissa Bank's new book, The Wonder Spot.
(Devex.com 5/6/2014)
There is no clear path to securing the title of "innovator" beside one's name, but the need for new and improved development ideas isn't going anywhere, and neither are the positions to facilitate them. In fact, the increasing number of innovation positions in global development require candidates
(Arrangements Abroad 10/9/2019)
Samples of social media posts and a blog post for educational/cultural travel company Arrangements Abroad.
(Devex.com 4/15/2014)
There's more to international development than managing aid projects. In fact, there are plenty of opportunities for job seekers with all kinds of backgrounds, whether you're a communications guru, an international trade expert or a technology maven.
(Devex.com 4/22/2014)
If you're looking to work in international development, you don't have to move to a global development hub such as Washington, New York or even Nairobi, Kenya.
(Devex.com 8/3/2009)
Interview with Jill Lester, CEO of The Hunger Project, for international development website Devex.com.
(Comstock's 12/31/2010)
Competition between banks in the Sacramento area heats up.
(Devex.com 3/21/2011)
You're interviewing for an international development job, and the recruiter gives you the opportunity to ask a few questions. So, what should you ask?
(National Geographic Traveler 1/1/2011)
Text describing photographs taken by National Geographic Traveler's photo contest winners
(Devex 12/14/2010)
Tips for drafting a winning European CV
(Providence Journal 1/30/2005)
Book review of William Powers' memoir of his time as an aid worker in Liberia.
(Pediatrics 11/28/2025)
This medical study looks at how health care professionals can help low-income children obtain literacy skills.
(Providence Journal 1/23/2005)
Amazon.com picked up a quote from a book review of 102 Minutes. I wrote the review for the Providence Journal in January of 2005.
(Vox Magazine 1/29/2004)
A look at a group of hula dancers in Central Missouri
(Vox Magazine 6/17/2004)
Personality profile of an eccentric local author/artist
(Comstock's 4/1/2009)
An aging work force comes back around.
(Maine Humanities/Synapse 11/28/2025)
An interview with poet & writer Rafael Campo
(Devex.com 5/30/2011)
Although it can be difficult to break into the global development business, professionals with private-sector work experience are increasingly sought-after by aid organizations eager to prove value for money.
(Devex 6/15/2011)
International development is about improving the lives of the world's poor. It's also a global industry with needs in the areas of business, finance, accounting and management – and ample opportunity for job seekers with a business degree
(Devex.com 5/20/2014)
What are the best way to fill your time - and the best activities to include on your resume - while you look for that perfect position?
(Comstock's Magazine 5/1/2010)
Attorneys see an upswing in loan workouts.
(Foreign Service Journal 6/1/2006)
This article discusses how students can take a "gap year." It includes specifics for Foreign Service families considering this option.
(CNBC.com 1/8/2009)
Career article about transitioning from the private sector to government.
(Vintage & Modern 9/19/2012)
Industrial Sculptural Lighting from Omega Lighting Design
(Comstock's 10/1/2008)
Business woes create a fast-growing legal niche.
(Vintage & Modern 8/22/2012)
Design-minded musicians build quality string instruments out of cigar boxes and cookie tins.
(Vintage & Modern 10/3/2012)
Inspired vintage lighting for the dramatically inclined.
(Vintage & Modern 9/26/2012)
The founder of Thornwillow Press assembles a curiosity cabinet of goods for book lovers.
(Academic Arrangements Abroad blog 9/28/2012)
Panda conservation in Chengdu, China
(National Geographic Pop Omnivore blog 4/2/2008)
A look at kite fighting around the world.
