Welcome to Fresno

In a recent discussion on LinkedIn, Felix, a nervous potential boomeranger, writes:

Why is the Silicon Valley/Bay Area/Sacto prosperous but our San Joaquin Valley not as economically prosperous? Unemployment rates, environmental issues, high school graduation rates, etc.

I have read all the issues and would like to hear from fellow Fresno State graduates. Is there opportunity upon returning to the SJ Valley? Where do we work? Am I making wrong assumptions based on reading the newspapers? For example, I work in San Francisco. I have an MBA, BA in BioScience, Certificate in Urban & Regional Planning. Is there room for someone like me in Fresno? Thank you. [...]

How to choose a professional graphic designer

You’ve come across a few names, now what? Choosing the right designer is an important business decision—the right graphic designer has the ability to create a positive perception of your business, influence your existing and potential market, and ultimately increase your revenue.
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How to find a professional graphic designer

Finding a professional graphic designer can be like trying to find a needle in a haystack, especially if you don’t know where to look. Just when you think you’ve hit the mother lode you’re faced with an equally daunting task—sifting through the multitude of people laying claim to the title Graphic Designer.

Not all graphic designers are created equal

Technology has a sneaky way of delivering backhanded problems while solving them. Personal computing and the wide availability of desktop publishing software have made shade-tree designers of us all. Many people offer design services—ranging in experience from professional graphic designers with years of experience to high school students armed with pirated software hoping to make a quick buck.

Searching the Internet can be very time consuming and your efforts can leave you feeling confused and discouraged. Some business owners find this process so overwhelming that they eventually give up and try to do the work on their own. [...]

Twitter Favorites

I’m a twit, I’ll admit it. Most tweets that come across my desktop are boring, industry-related or the typical narcissistic shout-out.

Few have the ability to tickle and delight. Some are profane. Some are insensitive and controversial. Some are just plain stupid. These are the ones that get flagged as my favorite.

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