Anastasia Ashman
Istanbul, Turkey
Writer/Producer of neo-culture entertainment, Expat Harem Productions
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Brett Kunsch
The holidays are upon us, but does the stress have to be? I'm trying to follow Suze Orman's advice: "People first, then money, then things." http://bit.ly/b6lKQ6
How are you all dealing with the stress of gift/food/travel purchasing and party-going coupled with the fear of debt and lack of time?
78 weeks ago from Productivity & Time-Management, Personal Finance, I am Gen Y, GenYJourney: Tips, Insights, Experiences For Young Professionals and Economics and Finance3 more
Kim Luu:
The main stress we have is finding the time to see everyone from the extended families. We're very upfront with people. No gifts required unless ...MoreThe main stress we have is finding the time to see everyone from the extended families. We're very upfront with people. No gifts required unless it's something you feel we absolutely have to have or try like a food. The biggest gift that we ask is 1/2 hr to an hour of one on one time to just talk with each person.
Frankly I prefer not to get any gifts and that includes gasp... "jewelry" which used to be a favorite of mine.
77 weeks ago
Frankly I prefer not to get any gifts and that includes gasp... "jewelry" which used to be a favorite of mine.
77 weeks ago
Brett Kunsch:
One on one time is a hot commodity...it's silly when you think about it. That 1/2 hour to an hour you could spend with someone enjoying a cup of ...MoreOne on one time is a hot commodity...it's silly when you think about it. That 1/2 hour to an hour you could spend with someone enjoying a cup of cocoa, you instead spend finding a gift they'll forget about in a month. I'll forgo whatever gift it is for some time with my favorite people.
Food, drink, music, and games is a cherished experience. And it's low on the stress meter (unless you have a family feud, as @JRandom warns).
77 weeks ago
Food, drink, music, and games is a cherished experience. And it's low on the stress meter (unless you have a family feud, as @JRandom warns).
77 weeks ago
Mehul Kar
Question: I am the only person managing a new online community (CollegeDesis). What is your opinion on singular vs. plural pronoun usage? I want to develop the community into larger than myself, so I tend to think that the brand is plural. But then I get personal questions like this: http://bit.ly/kgkv6i. I don't want to admit that it's one person for fear of losing reputation or credibility. But I don't want to lie or ignore these questions either. What should I do??
48 weeks ago from Community Managers, Brazen Bloggers, Generation Y Marketers, New Media Marketing and Social Media Marketers3 more
Mehul Kar:
Thanks for all the replies. The online community is not a company per se, it's a brand that I'm building. There is no business model. There is no ...MoreThanks for all the replies. The online community is not a company per se, it's a brand that I'm building. There is no business model. There is no product. I like Anastasia's comment the best.
48 weeks ago
48 weeks ago
Anastasia Ashman
Expat women confessions: I paint in the nude http://t.co/4nztzrd
Federico
Hi, I am a media student doing a work placement in a graphic design studio. My new task is to find new clients for the agency. I am having a hard time so I would like to know from you some advices and tips on how to find new clients.
Federico:
Well I am gaining new knowledge and experience in the graphic design industry. However, it is not a big company it only has 6 employees and since ...MoreWell I am gaining new knowledge and experience in the graphic design industry. However, it is not a big company it only has 6 employees and since I am moving towards my final two months they thought it would be interesting for me to have a more important task, such as finding new clients. First of all, I am trying to make them improve their website and I want to bring the company on social medias as LinkedIn and Facebook. In your opinion do you think this is a good start to attract new clients?
77 weeks ago
77 weeks ago
Sam Rye:
Hi Fredrico, I'm doing something similar for a company where I work with a decent small design team.
I would say setting up ...MoreHi Fredrico, I'm doing something similar for a company where I work with a decent small design team.
I would say setting up LinkedIn/Facebook/Twitter accounts would be just one way people can find you, unless you're incredibly lucky that wont grow your client base on its own. There's a whole heap of streams you can look at to grow your client base, but Social Media is about being contactable.
Unless you're creating a viral campaign, those channels alone wont sustain a biz dev effort; try networking at some events, see who you meet? Getting new clients is a very energy-intensive process in the mains - keeping a client and showing them where else you can help their business is much more powerful.
75 weeks ago
I would say setting up ...MoreHi Fredrico, I'm doing something similar for a company where I work with a decent small design team.
I would say setting up LinkedIn/Facebook/Twitter accounts would be just one way people can find you, unless you're incredibly lucky that wont grow your client base on its own. There's a whole heap of streams you can look at to grow your client base, but Social Media is about being contactable.
Unless you're creating a viral campaign, those channels alone wont sustain a biz dev effort; try networking at some events, see who you meet? Getting new clients is a very energy-intensive process in the mains - keeping a client and showing them where else you can help their business is much more powerful.
75 weeks ago
Anastasia Ashman
funny new Twitter coining, result of a typo. "harshtag = a hashtag that is confined to complaints and insults"
Ryan Paugh
I'm so tired of listening to people bitch about Generation Y. This morning I started reading yet another Gen-Y narcissism piece (http://bit.ly/b8lXO5) written by Andrew McAfee. Gag. The thing is, I agree with what he's saying. What really bugs me is that we view things like narcissism as if it's a generational phenomenon when it's clearly a bigger issue. To be fair, the author says he's sick of narcissists young and old (I am too) but the focus is on Gen Y instead of on the bigger picture.
88 weeks ago from Gen-Y Professional Bloggers, I am Gen Y, GenYChat and GenYJourney: Tips, Insights, Experiences For Young Professionals2 more
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JRandom42:
"We are the Borg. Lower your shields and surrender your ships. We will add your biological and technological distinctiveness to our own. Your ...More"We are the Borg. Lower your shields and surrender your ships. We will add your biological and technological distinctiveness to our own. Your culture will adapt to service us. Resistance is futile."
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82 weeks ago
Raquel Elle Bell:
I'm pretty tired of it too as if there isn't something else to talk about... You've heard the term "same shit different day" well it's the same ...MoreI'm pretty tired of it too as if there isn't something else to talk about... You've heard the term "same shit different day" well it's the same from generation to generation. People don't change.. You'll always have the older generations shaking their fists and screaming those damn kids when in retrospect when they were younger there were old bastards screaming the same thing at them. Seriously, I'm tired of all the Gen Y talk... Seems to me like a smokescreen for what the real issue is, and that's an older generation who refuses to realize that if they are going to stay relevant they are going to have to learn some new tricks.
82 weeks ago
82 weeks ago
Anastasia Ashman
Hey all..I'm a writer/producer of cultural entertainment, not a designer or illustrator. I'm thinking of converting a screenplay into a graphic novel -- for iPhone (or web...maybe print later?) Looking for an illustrator. (Compensation negotiable.) Story is a Midnight Run/Long Kiss Goodnight kind of actioner with starcrossed lovers, who also happen to be mercenaries and English scholars, and it's adapted from a novel. Very tight and polished script. Thanks for ideas, suggestions.
Elizabeth Marling:
I am not an illustrator, but your idea to convert the screenplay into a digital graphic novel is freaking awesome. The release exclusively online ...MoreI am not an illustrator, but your idea to convert the screenplay into a digital graphic novel is freaking awesome. The release exclusively online before print is brilliant. Very smart and resourceful thinking here. Do you have a website/blog/etc?
99 weeks ago
99 weeks ago
Anastasia Ashman:
Hi Alyson and Elizabeth, sorry for the delayed response. Yes I have a site but it's not about this project. You can email me directly if you want ...MoreHi Alyson and Elizabeth, sorry for the delayed response. Yes I have a site but it's not about this project. You can email me directly if you want to talk more, I haven't found the illustrator yet. Looking forward to connecting.
93 weeks ago
93 weeks ago
Anastasia Ashman
new interview series at expat+HAREM: Gender bending with James Chartrand from Men With Pens web design and copywriting http://bit.ly/aq9Rux
Anastasia Ashman
I'm honored to be named among the top 20 women for entrepreneurs to follow on Twitter by Forbes.com http://bit.ly/9QIjKJ
Anastasia Ashman
Is there a tipping point of cultural assimilation? http://bit.ly/9lk66h
Anastasia Ashman
LOOKING FOR GRAPHIC NOVEL ILLUSTRATOR
Hello people! I'm a writer/producer of cultural entertainment, not an illustrator. I'm thinking of converting a screenplay into a graphic novel -- for iPhone (or web...maybe print later?) Compensation negotiable. Story is a Midnight Run/Long Kiss Goodnight kind of actioner with starcrossed lovers, who also happen to be mercenaries and English scholars, adapted from a novel. Very tight and polished script. Thanks for ideas, suggestions, leads.
Destinie Carbone:
Hi Anastasia!
Are you still looking for an illustrator? I have some samples if you would be interested in looking at my portfolio. -Destinie
110 weeks ago
110 weeks ago
Anastasia Ashman:
Thanks Destinie, yes I am still looking. I've taken a look at your site, nice work. I'm not sure it's right for the tone and topic of my story ...MoreThanks Destinie, yes I am still looking. I've taken a look at your site, nice work. I'm not sure it's right for the tone and topic of my story (dark comedy, lots of violence). Thanks for speaking up and good luck with your illustrating career!
110 weeks ago
110 weeks ago
Ben Saufley
I'm doing a lot of things right now, but the project I'm most excited about it a story called Amazing Science: the Travels of Beatrice Tumble. It's a major project, and something I plan to continue to work on over a period of years, but you can read about some of it here: http://beatricetumble.blogspot.com and see some art here: http://www.bensaufley.com/AmazingScience.
Anastasia Ashman:
Nice work Ben, looks like a big story....
I'm on the lookout for an illustrator, info below. If you know anyone who might be right for the ...MoreNice work Ben, looks like a big story....
I'm on the lookout for an illustrator, info below. If you know anyone who might be right for the project, I'd appreciate it!
Best,
Anastasia
aashman@expatharem.com
LOOKING FOR GRAPHIC NOVEL ILLUSTRATOR
Hello people! I'm a writer/producer of cultural entertainment, not an illustrator. I'm thinking of converting a screenplay into a graphic novel -- for iPhone (or web...maybe print later?) Compensation negotiable. Story is a Midnight Run/Long Kiss Goodnight kind of actioner with starcrossed lovers, who also happen to be mercenaries and English scholars, adapted from a novel. Very tight and polished script. Thanks for ideas, suggestions, leads.
111 weeks ago
I'm on the lookout for an illustrator, info below. If you know anyone who might be right for the ...MoreNice work Ben, looks like a big story....
I'm on the lookout for an illustrator, info below. If you know anyone who might be right for the project, I'd appreciate it!
Best,
Anastasia
aashman@expatharem.com
LOOKING FOR GRAPHIC NOVEL ILLUSTRATOR
Hello people! I'm a writer/producer of cultural entertainment, not an illustrator. I'm thinking of converting a screenplay into a graphic novel -- for iPhone (or web...maybe print later?) Compensation negotiable. Story is a Midnight Run/Long Kiss Goodnight kind of actioner with starcrossed lovers, who also happen to be mercenaries and English scholars, adapted from a novel. Very tight and polished script. Thanks for ideas, suggestions, leads.
111 weeks ago
Anastasia Ashman
As an American writer based in Istanbul and a creator of Expat Harem, my up-to-the-minute cultural producer Twitterfeed of what’s crossing my desk & my mind focuses on women, travel, and history. I share resources for writers and travelers, expats, Turkophiles and culturati of all stripes. http://www.twitter.com/thandelike
Anastasia Ashman
happy new year all, i'm an expat cultural producer based in Istanbul. just came across this article today which calls personal branding into question. take a look. authentic voice vs. personal branding: battle of social presentation philosophies http://bit.ly/50dv2u
the gist: personal branding asks you to focus on your outer sales appeal rather than learning to express who you fundamentally are.
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Anastasia, along those lines, there's seppukoo.com, was started to 'kill' your facebook identity: "The site, which uses its own viral marketing ...MoreAnastasia, along those lines, there's seppukoo.com, was started to 'kill' your facebook identity: "The site, which uses its own viral marketing strategy to lure in disgruntled social networkers, is part of a protest wave that sees Facebook as a potentially dangerous entity beholden to corporate interests." (article: http://bit.ly/5nl9EU) It's one way to reclaim your authentic voice.
124 weeks ago
124 weeks ago
Anastasia Ashman:
Thanks Zac (couldn't figure out how to thread this reply under yours!). I guess that's one way to start taking control of your online presence. ...MoreThanks Zac (couldn't figure out how to thread this reply under yours!). I guess that's one way to start taking control of your online presence. However, isn't the challenge really to be yourself using these different services?
124 weeks ago
124 weeks ago
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