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Who I Am As A Writer
Where it All Started After my first semester of studying graphic design and communications in college, I began to realize that there were many different styles of writing that were utilized in my desired field of User Experience and User Interface design. As a student who was fresh out of high school, academic writing was…
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Why Having High Quality Business Documents Is Important
In the modern job market, most employers require potential candidates to provide business documents with their applications. Such documents include a resume, a cover letter, among other things. However, this does not mean that you should stop there. Having a business card and a handwritten thank you card can make you stand out among other…
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Breaking Free From Social Media
Smartphones are constantly affecting our daily more and more as they develop. With the development of smartphones comes the development of social media as well, but these are not necessarily good things. There is a substantial amount of evidence that proves the detrimental effects that social media and smartphones have on our mental health and…
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Social Media’s Role in Building Your Brand
When you think of social media, you probably think of it as a way to connect with others. Most people use it to see what their friends from high school are up to or to stay in touch with a family member that moved across the country. However, not many people commonly think of social…
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Social Media’s Effects on Productivity
It is no surprise that our smartphones have a negative impact on our productivity. But do you know how much they also affect other aspects of our lives? The answer may surprise you. However, although it may seem like an easy problem to fix, it is a very challenging task. We are always carrying our…
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What Social Media is Doing to Society: A Psychological Standpoint
It is not uncommon for social media platforms to become filled with polarizing posts and negativity. There is a science to explain why it becomes this way so often. Psychology and the design of algorithms and social media platforms can help to provide some background. It is no surprise that controversy plays a large role…
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The Effect of Smartphones on Society
Smartphones are so prevalent in society today, it seems as though they are developing somewhat exponentially. Almost everyone has one on them at all times, everywhere they go. Smartphones are the lifeline of society, but at what expense? We may be giving up a lot more than we are aware of just for the sake…
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Project Management: An Overview
Organization is a key element in the design process. Keeping track of files, elements, and deadlines all in a collaborative setting can seem like a daunting task, but it doesn’t necessarily have to be. Staying organized while designing will make the process go smoother for everyone involved. It eliminates the panic of having to search…
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An Introduction to Building Your Brand
In the modern job market, personal branding is essential. It is a professional representation of who you are. However, the reality of the situation is you can’t build your brand overnight. As simple as it may seem, there is a lot of preparation and research that needs to be conducted before even starting to develop…
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Data Detox: Instagram Edition
I recently went through the process of a ‘data detox’ and for this process, I decided to give up Instagram for 5 days. Making this decision was very difficult for me. I bounced around ideas of different social media that I use, what I use them for, and how often I use them to help…
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