FOLIO: Magazine.com is one of the most comprehensive websites I've seen with such exhaustive coverage of magazine industry news. Its homepage is packed with resources for the magazine professional including:
Career section with job search tool
Articles that are searchable by topic
List of FOLIO:'s blogs
Resources created by FOLIO: such as podcasts
Achieve of FOLIO:'s print edition magazine including article breakdowns by section
Search engine for magazine/publishing industry suppliers, vendors and service providers
FOLIO: webinars (web seminars)
List of events (hosted by FOLIO: and other industry organizations)
Lists of awards given by FOLIO: The Fame Awards- FOLIO:’s Awards for Magazine Events and FOLIO Awards
FOLIO:'s other channels: Magazine Marketing Excellence and Digital Magazines
FOLIO: mediaPRO: Magazine & eMedia Publishing Professional & Social Network
That's just the tip of the iceberg, FOLIO:'s web site has a treasure trove of additional features, most of which are free!
FOLIO: Magazine Homepage
http://www.foliomag.com
Thursday, March 5, 2009
Increase Your Earning Power In A Bad Economy: Part 3 of 5 Part Series
Ideas to help earn extra money with skills from your hobby or academic major
In the poor economic climate, many students are scrambling to earn extra cash at every possible chance. Rather than relying solely on a minimum wage, part-time retail or fast food job, look within at your own skills and branch out by freelancing or creating your own mini-business. Here are some lists of academic majors and skills you may have and suggested activities to get your creative juices flowing, who knows one may even become your next pay-check opportunity.
Major: English, Journalism
Skill: Writing
Tutor English
Teach ESL classes
Write articles for your favorite magazine
Write new text for a start-up business’s website and brochures
Edit and proofread existing text for a business’s website and brochures
Become a ghost writer
Transcribe interviews for freelance writers
Start a specialized column or article writing service
In the poor economic climate, many students are scrambling to earn extra cash at every possible chance. Rather than relying solely on a minimum wage, part-time retail or fast food job, look within at your own skills and branch out by freelancing or creating your own mini-business. Here are some lists of academic majors and skills you may have and suggested activities to get your creative juices flowing, who knows one may even become your next pay-check opportunity.
Major: English, Journalism
Skill: Writing
Tutor English
Teach ESL classes
Write articles for your favorite magazine
Write new text for a start-up business’s website and brochures
Edit and proofread existing text for a business’s website and brochures
Become a ghost writer
Transcribe interviews for freelance writers
Start a specialized column or article writing service
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