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Pitching Power Hour tomorrow afternoon

Join me for a co-working session at 4:00 PM

Feb 19 • Vanessa Chiasson

No, you shouldn't work for Lady Gaga for $50

... Nor should you give her the rights to your story.

Feb 6 • Vanessa Chiasson

Co-working tomorrow

Join the Pitching Power Hour tomorrow at 11:00 AM

Feb 3 • Vanessa Chiasson

5 Not-Icky Ways To Self-Promote on LinkedIn

Yes, you gotta be on LinkedIn. Yes, you gotta let yourself shine.

Jan 30 • Vanessa Chiasson

In praise of puttering

And letting go of expectations of January productivity.

Jan 23 • Vanessa Chiasson

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Headshot tips & tricks for freelance writers

Jan 16 • Vanessa Chiasson

Eating chicken and checking in (and out) with social media.

Jan 18, 2022 • Vanessa Chiasson

My take on THAT viral AI Journalism article.

Nov 21, 2025 • Vanessa Chiasson

Today, an editor paid for my tank of gas.

Jan 31, 2025 • Vanessa Chiasson

The Clothesline by Vanessa Chiasson

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