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Jesaka Long, a.k.a writer
http://www.jesakalong.com
A born storyteller, I focus my business a.k.a writer on helping companies craft their stories. My clients include artists and freelancers; independent businesses; creative marketing firms; innovative B Corporations; and green-minded entrepreneurs. The a.k.a writer blog features interviews with independent business owners and career tips -- as well as a few personal tales.
Recent Posts
Thoughtful, No-Cost Gifts for the Writers, Freelancers and Entrepreneurs in Your Life
Many—okay, the majority—of advertisers would have us believe that this holiday season will special because you finally found someone that perfect sweater, scarf, jewelry or gadget. Yet, the holiday memories that stick with me the most are the on...
Cognitive Connection December 4
Many of the blogs I regularly read have been on fire this week! It was hard to choose which posts to showcase here. If you found a particularly powerful post this week, please be sure to share it in the comments. If you only read one of these links ...
A 50/50 Post: How Writers Undermine Their Own Voices
This blog article needs your input, that’s why it’s labeled a “50/50 post.” It relies on your experience, opinions and sharing. Consider it a close cousin to an open thread. I’ll use these 50/50 posts for topics that especially call for a v...
5 Ways to Use Your Leftover Words to Dish Up New Writing
With magazines, blogs and TV talk shows hyping new recipes for using the leftovers from the turkey meals so many of us had last week, I thought I’d share how remnants of your writing can be transformed into a fresh dish. I keep writing scraps ever...
Cognitive Connection November 27
Since it’s bound to be a busy weekend for most people—whether spending time with friends and family or racing the clock to meet a deadline—I’m keeping this week’s reading list short. In addition to three must-read posts, I’m noting three ...
It’s Not an Oscar Speech, But I’d Like to Say Thanks
Happy U.S.* Thanksgiving! *I have worked with several people from Canada, where they celebrate Thanksgiving in October. Can’t let them think they haven’t properly trained me. I am especially grateful this year. Here’s what’s high on my “tha...

