Amandah (writing as Rebecca Sebek) was a pleasure to work with at HalogenTV.com. She completed assignments on time and to specification and was willing and ready to make any adjustments we requested. ~ Cara Davis, Online Editor, HalogenTV.com
*Writing as Rebecca Sebek. Below are a variety of examples of articles, blog posts, eBooks, and Power Point slides used for classes and workshops.
Halogen TV
“An empowering television network that entertains and motivates individuals looking to be the change they want to see in the world.”
• Fruits on a Sugar High. Before you reach for that piece of fruit, you should know that it may be loaded with sugar. Some fruits may be hazardous to your health.
• Warning: Cosmetics Are Tested on Animals. Uncovering the truth about animal-tested cosmetics.
• How to Plan an Eco-Friendly Summer Vacation. Find out how you and your family can reduce your carbon footprint as you travel.
• A Healthy and Locally Grown Guide to Dining Out. Guide to healthy and locally grown eating.
• Roundtable Discussion: Is Student Loan Debt about to Explode? The state of student loan debt in the U.S.
• Lady Gaga: Singer, Fashion Artist and Philanthropist. Lady Gaga influences fashion and art while giving back at the same time. She’s a true inspiration to ‘Little Monsters’ everywhere.
• Eco-friendly Fashion Hits the Runway: Peridot Kiss [Fashion Week]. A series of articles for fashion week, September 2011.
• Eco-Friendly Fashion Hits the Runway: Prophetik [Fashion Week]. A series of articles for fashion week, September 2011.
• Eco-Friendly Fashion Hits the Runway: Nicole Bridger [Fashion Week]. A series of articles for fashion week, September 2011.
AZ Lifestyle Magazine
• The Music Man Joins The Phoenix Symphony. I interviewed Maryellen H. Gleason, President and CEO of The Phoenix Symphony. We discussed The Music Man which opened The Phoenix Symphony’s 2010-2011 season.
• Celebrate Fashion at Scottsdale Fashion Week. I interviewed Jim Scott, Founder of Scottsdale Fashion Week, to get the scoop on this much anticipated yearly event.
• Mark Your Calendar. Listing of charitable events and dates for the month.
Travel
• The August of Cultural Explosion in Edinburgh, Scotland UK. A travel article about my trip to Edinburgh, Scotland in August 2007.
• How to Appear Confident While Traveling Alone. Tips and tricks for solo travelers.
• 3 Tips for Traveling Long Distance By Car. Road trips can be a lot fun. These travel tips will help travelers prepare before they leave for the open road.
Real Estate
• How to Select a Realtor to Help You Find a Home. An article giving consumers tips on how to select a realtor when they want to purchase a home.
• How to Inspect a Neighborhood before You Buy a Home. An article giving consumers tips on how to inspect a neighborhood before they purchase a home.
• How to Take the Emotion Out of Buying Your First Home. Buying a first home doesn’t have to be a stressful process. This article helps consumers take the emotion out of buying a first home.
Catalogs.com
• How to Make Ice Cream. Learn how to make your own ice cream at home with fresh, natural ingredients. The bonus is you get to create your favorite flavor.
• Discover the History of St. Patrick’s Day. Do you know how St. Patrick’s Day started? It’s not all about drinking green beer! It’s about celebrating St. Patrick, Ireland’s patron saint.
• Garden Home Decorating – How to Decorate Your Home. Many people love to garden but need tips on how to decorate their gardens.
• Sympathy Dog Cards Are Extremely Popular. People love their pets and the way you can show support when your best friend loses their best friend is to send a pet sympathy card.
• Fashion Help for Everyone. It takes time and know-how to become a fashionista. With these helpful tips, you’ll go from frumpy to fabulous in no time.
• How to Make Hair Bows. Sometimes, you can’t find the accessories you want in a store. No problem. You can make your own hair bows and show off your personal style.
Technical Writing
• Fit-4-You Business Plan-Final Project for Master of Science, Management. Fit-4-You Multiplex is a fictitious full service health and wellness center located in Sevier County, Tennessee.
• Leadership in Crisis: Ernest Shackleton and the the Epic Voyage of the Endurance - Case Study. A ship called the Endurance, carrying a British polar expedition was frozen into icy waters off the coast of Antarctica. The ship’s leader, Sir Ernest Shackleton, had planned to sail his boat to the coast through the Weddell Sea, and then march a crew of men, supported by dogs and sledges, to the Ross Sea on the opposite side of Antarctica.
Personal Development
• Interview with Farouk Radwan of 2 Know Myself — Part I. I interviewed Mr. Radwan, owner of 2 Know Myself, a personal development website that receives over 24 million visitors.
Guest Blogging
• I was a guest blogger for a few years at The WM Freelance Writers Connection, posting every Wednesday and then on Friday.
• I also guest blogged for a few years at The WM Pet Connection, posting every Wednesday.
Guest Magazine Writing – Parenting
• Parents of Bullies Face Lawsuits. Bullying has become costly to parents and school administrators. This article was published in FUSEing Families Vol. 1 Issue 4 for Fuse Family Focus.com, a website that encourages and inspires families.
• Bullies Follow Children in Adulthood. Not only can bullies be found in schools, but they can be found in colleges and universities, the workplace, families, etc. This article was published in FUSEing Families Vol. 1 Issue 5 for Fuse Family Focus.com, a website that encourages and inspires families.
• What Makes Parents Buy Alcohol for Teens? Believe it or not, some parents buy their teens alcohol and allow them to have parties at home. The philosophy is that parents would rather have their teens drink at home vs. at a friend’s home. The article was published in FUSEing Families Vol. 1 Issue 6 for Fuse Family Focus.com, a website that encourages and inspires families.
Guest Magazine Writing – Travel
• Aruba the One-Stop Family Vacation Spot. This exotic destination is great for families. You’ll be greeted with warm smiles and weather.
• Don’t Allow a Fear of Flying to Ground You | Conquering Your Fear of Flying! Many people have a fear of flying; it usually stems from having a fear of the unknown. This article helps would-be travelers get over their fear of flying and onto a plane.
eBooks
• Travel Writing That Pay$. An eBook for a travel company located in Scottsdale, Arizona.
• How to Break the Cycle of Growing Up within an Alcoholic Home. An eBook for adult children and teens of alcoholics.
Condolences and Eulogies
• De John Funeral Homes and Crematory. This condolence was written for a family member. Many people are turning to freelance writers to assist them will writing eulogies and condolences. Sometimes, it’s difficult to say what you want to say when you’re grieving.
Classes and Workshops
• Life Skills for Teens. I taught this class at the recreation center in Downtown Chandler, Arizona. I covered topics such as how to open a checking and savings account, how to cook nutritious meals, how to do laundry, and much more.
• Introduction to Travel Writing. I wrote this for KSurf, an online education website. Please email a request to see the sample.
• Beginning Blogging & SEO. I taught this class in Downton Chandler, Arizona at the recreation center.
Amandah’s Blog-Savvy Writing Careers
• Savvy Writing Careers. This is my inspirational website for aspiring and experienced creative, freelance, and ghost writers.
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