Author Archives: Kat

About Kat

Cat lover, singer, early music addict, reads a lot. Former R&D chemist with an obsessive need for variety. Now active as a freelance technical writer and editor, web designer, photographer, computer coach, and trainer. Owner, MasterWork Consulting (http://www.masterworkconsulting.com/).

Wordless Wednesday: 2014-01-01

Posted on 2014 Jan 01 by Kat
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New Year’s Resolution #1 for 2014

Posted on 2013 Dec 31 by Kat
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Do you see the glass as half full or half empty?

Posted on 2013 Dec 06 by Kat

For a while, back in the last decade, interviews for freelance contracts (and for full-time jobs, I assume) were loaded with pseudo-psychological trick questions. One I remember vividly involved a 5-inch high water glass with about 2 inches of water … Continue reading →

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Mindful Monday: As SLow aS Possible

Posted on 2013 Dec 02 by Kat

Time. Before/After. Early/Late. Deadlines. Stress. It’s hard to be mindful when your life is deadline-driven. Clients think they need everything yesterday. Assignment instructions always include ASAP: As Soon As Possible. Taking time to smell the flowers can feel like negligence … Continue reading →

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Sunday Scribblings: Spelling

Posted on 2013 Dec 01 by Kat

I’ve always been good at spelling—in my head, that is. What comes out from the ends of my fingers on a keyboard isn’t always pretty. Continue reading →

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