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Vote

by Michelle Lasley | Sep 1, 2020 | Blogging Before SEO, The Balancing Act

When did you decide you wanted to vote? I have been passionate about voting since I was in middle school. Kerry Washington couldn’t remember if it was 7th or 8th grade. I remember it was 8th grade, with Mr. Visser. After we memorized the Preamble, I knew, I wanted to...

6 Tips to Starting Your Podcast

by Michelle Lasley | Aug 25, 2020 | Blogging Before SEO, The Balancing Act, The Business Side

My friend said I should start a podcast. That moment brought up the invitation I had to pay someone to help me with a podcast, which happened just a few months before she said, “You should do a podcast!” That moment brought up the hours and hours I spent listening to...

People Matter

by Michelle Lasley | Aug 19, 2020 | Blogging Before SEO, The Balancing Act

It was in 9th-grade geometry class, and I was sketching peace signs and flowers on my notebook. (I have always loved doodling.) While I knew the symbols were reminiscent of the “hippy flower child” my teacher called me as she sauntered up and down the aisles between...

A list of domestic violence resources, in memory of Cristi Curtis

by Michelle Lasley | Jul 21, 2020 | The Balancing Act

Domestic Violence crosses every intersection – race, ethnicity, income, education, employment, and more. In this post, I reflect on the 13th anniversary of the passing of my sister, Cristi Curtis. And, I offer a list of domestic violence resources.

Seeing a Legend, Live

by Michelle Lasley | Jul 10, 2020 | The Balancing Act

[This post originally published August 30, 2008.] Have you ever seen a legend, live? Seeing a legend, live – it can be an incredible thing. Here’s the scene: Warm August evening. Outdoor auditorium. Multiple generations. (Maybe like any other legend, Pink...