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74 weeks ago
Let's call this an excerpt from the "Adventures of Deena in the City". Life has moved pretty fast for me in the past 9 months, going from unemployed/underemployed job-seeker to freelance tech/creative writer getting regular work and regular income from it. On the side, I still write for several pay-per-click sites mostly for my own entertainment. Writing is my passion and I'm thrilled to be doing it on an almost full-time basis. Not getting rich yet, but I think I'm on my way.
In the rest of my spare time, I volunteer quite a bit. I've been at the Art Institute for 9 years now, currently as an Info Desk/Membership rep and Trainer of new public info volunteers. I also conduct private group tours of the Chicago Cultural Center as a Docent. Additionally, I conduct occasional walking tours of the Downtown area as a Chicago Greeter for the Chicago Office of Tourism.
Create customized reference manuals for large and small businesses who want to franchise the business to others. The reference manuals provide a detailed roadmap for getting started and running a franchise.
Write unique SEO articles and press releases designed to increase customer visits to clients websites. The company serves clients across the US and Europe.
Wrote reviews and forum posts of Chicago neighborhoods, things to see and do downtown, "hidden gems", and favorite places.