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Recent Publication Credits
Much of Abbi's work is available for viewing online -- just click the links to see the articles. Some of Abbi's work is published in print magazines and cannot be reproduced online. Asterisks (*) indicate articles for which reprint rights are available. Contact Abbi for reprint pricing and licensing arrangements. In addition to the work listed below, Abbi also regularly ghostwrites magazine and book content. If you would like to see some of her ghostwriting samples, just ask. Selected Tech Writing Clips Help desk outsourcing serves company's needs It's difficult for corporations and companies to acknowledge that their expertise might not extend to a particular area. At Stein Roe Investment Counsel (SRIC), a major independent investment counseling firm, management sat down and took a long, hard look at the company's core strengths—and weaknesses. In 2001, after splitting from a larger entity, SRIC continued to rely on its former parent company for help desk services. The solution, however, was only temporary, and the management team had to quickly determine the best course of action for the company's future. (May require free registration to read.) Diverse suppliers: How much do you know about your vendors' health? What would you do if your ISP went bankrupt and pulled the plug on your T1 line—without a moment's notice? Mike Nikolich, CEO of public relations firm Tech Image Ltd., was on the golf course with his executive team when his media relations manager called to give him the bad news. "My initial reaction was to shank the next five tee shots into the water on the 8th hole and swear like a longshoreman," he recalled. "I was absolutely shocked this happened and completely unprepared to deal with the problem." (May require free registration to read.) Six degrees of separation: A smarter plan for career networking So, there's this job that you really want. But, to get it, you'd have to find a way to get yourself in a direct dialogue with the hiring manager—the one person who can decide that you are precisely the right person for the job. Initially, though, the outlook is grim because you don't know anyone—either in IT or the cafeteria—who works there. Yet, in all likelihood, you're a lot closer to that job and that hiring manager than you think. You might be just six degrees away from making contact, according to recent research. (May require free registration to read.) What do the proposed restrictions on the L-1 visas mean? Ask a question about outsourcing these days and you’re likely to get an earful. Everyone has an opinion. And even if your company hasn’t yet been affected by the trend sweeping the nation, this isn’t a story that’s going away any time soon. As legislation comes to the floor and candidates gear up for campaign seasons, outsourcing and its subtopics—visas, layoffs, retraining, tax incentives—will get more and more press time. One of the most hotly debated topics in outsourcing is the L-1 visa, which is currently in hot demand with IT companies—and contested by many American workers. (May require free registration to read.) Ace the IT Resume! (McGraw-Hill 2001) Resume guide for IT professionals; contains several chapters ghostwritten by Abbi. Technical product announcement for Semtech Corp. One kind of technical documentation that Abbi can produce. Technical press release for Semtech Corp. Another kind of technical documentation Abbi can produce. Selected Parenting Articles Your postpartum life (Things we'll tell you that no one else will) When you imagine the birth of your baby, we know that you have good intentions. You envision that magical moment when you gently rouse your partner from sleep. "It's time," you whisper - except in your fantasy, you look like Jennifer Aniston did when her character went to have her baby on the season finale of Friends. And you still look like Jennifer Aniston at the end of your fantasy, when you grip your partner's hand, smile at the doctors and nurses in the sterile room, and push your baby out into the world. The fantasy probably ends there. *Is My Baby a Bully? Toddlers and Bullying Behavior Expert advice on what to do when your toddler acts out against his friends and siblings. *Not the Way Nature Intended? How Your Birth Control Affects Your Fertility The risks certain forms of birth control may have for a woman's fertility. *Surviving the Holidays with Your In-Laws Do you dread the holidays all year long? If so, check out the expert advice here, and discover how real women handle their invasive in-laws. Amniocentesis: A Quick Guide for Moms Having an amnio? Find out how it's done, what it's like, and how long until you'll know the results. Homebirth: Making it Happen What is homebirth -- is it safe? Is it legal? Is it what you want? Find out here. Selected Offline Clips -- email Abbi for more information. From Bedroom to Barracks A personal essay on my experiences in the Israeli army and my life in Israel. *Netting a Green Card A clear-cut how-to for using the Internet to speed up the process of receiving a Green Card. *Worldwise A personal essay on language lessons -- the difficulties a writer faces when her tool is taken away. Breastfeeding Basics Common breastfeeding problems new moms encounter and practical solutions to solve them. Includes expert advice and anecdotes from moms who've been there. Using Email Filters to Increase Efficiency A how-to article covering filters in the major email clients. [About Abbi] [Writing Services] [Consulting Services] |
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