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Rick Shanley

Kalamazoo, Michigan

Freelance Writing

West Michigan Journalism

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About Me

Rick Shanley is a freelance writer based in Kalamazoo, Michigan.

His clients include Kellogg, REI and a handful of local organizations for which he provides a variety of writing services.

In addition to his corporate work, Rick covers Western Michigan University hockey for the Kalamazoo Gazette and very much enjoys being a journalist.

He's also qualified in the Myers-Briggs Type Indicator and has led workshops for the U.S. Department of Defense and Kellogg.

He plans to move to Chicago in 2009.

Interests

writing, reading, hockey (both playing and watching), socializing, working out and george carlin.

Goals

move to chicago
publish my book of hockey stories
embrace the potential of online social networking
laugh more
be a mentor for a bright up-and-comer

Favorite Quote

You work, you save, you sacrifice, you play hurt, you don't call in sick, you laugh, you cry, you care, you give, you drink beer and you never give in. Right to your last breath. - John Buccigross

Specialties

feature articles, press releases, copy writing, proofreading