Also be sure to visit the full listing of Work Reviews to learn about books,
films, and zines that can enrich your working life.
Brian Boodry: Selling Real Property from Cyberspace
Meet an entrepreneur who resigned his position as a market analyst and started a successful Internet-based real estate firm out of his home. Part of the Virtual Office module. Published November 21, 1996.
Carol Carter: Be Your Own Major
The author of "Majoring in the Rest of Your Life: Career Secrets for College Students" on how to explore your options before you take the big career plunge. Published October 2, 1995.
Jessica Clark: Working in the Capital City
Overworked and paid a pittance or less, young DC workers find their
compensation in the promise of proximity to power, intrigue, and
history. Is it worth it? Published May 18, 1998.
Cottage Industry, Part 1-of-6: Getting Started
Lisa Shaw, best-selling author of "The Under 35 Guide to Starting and Running Your Own Business," begins an informative series on home-based business with a brainstorming session. Published April 7, 1997.
Cottage Industry, Part 2-of-6: State Your Business
Before you leap into the life of an entrepreneur, you need to ask some long, hard questions about exactly which type of business makes sense for you. Published May 19, 1997.
Cottage Industry, Part 3-of-6: Setting Up Shop
Now that you've chosen a venture, here's a nuts and bolts primer for getting your business up and running. Published June 23, 1997.
Cottage Industry, Part 4-of-6: Fumbling with Finances
Profit-and-loss statements, bookkeeping, cash flow — if it's all Greek to you, read this before committing to the idea of a small business. Published July 7, 1997.
Cottage Industry, Part 5-of-6: Marketing Madness
If you build it, they will come — right? Not necessarily. Check out these sure-fire ideas for promoting your small business. Published July 7, 1997.
Cottage Industry, Part 6-of-6: Room to Grow
Now what? To remain successful, a business needs growth and expansion. Here are some thoughts on taking your new venture to the next level. Published July 7, 1997.
Cutting Edge Careers: Lights, Camera, Rock 'n' Roll
Writer Michael Kaplan profiles two twenty-something auteurs who are making a big splash in the world of music videos. Published November 11, 1996.
Cutting Edge Careers: The Acting Life For Me
An informative — and funny — slice o' life from aspiring New York City thespian Dara Yomtov Herman. Published December 12, 1996.
Cutting Edge Careers: Jungle Science
Steve Mencher profiles and photographs three young scientists hard at work in the Amazon Rainforest. Published January 30, 1997.
Charles Denight: Paid in Prison
Denight markets blue jeans for a clothing company run almost entirely from within the Oregon prison system, where convicted criminals are paid minimum wage. Published November 2, 1995.
Eclectic Avenues: The Mellow Path to Success
Catherine Hedgecock profiles a New Age publisher who defied conventional wisdom about business and profit sharing. Published July 22, 1996.
Eclectic Avenues: Follow That Boat, er, That Dream
Series on unusual jobs continues with a profile of Carrie Michael, professional waterskier. Published September 9, 1996.
Eclectic Avenues: The Coach of Your Dreams
Introducing the dynamic and charismatic Peggy O'Neal, a personal achievement coach who helps others to realize their potential. Published October 14, 1996.
Eclectic Avenues: Dropping In on Drug Dealers
If Jeff Baker knocks on your door, it's probably not a social call — he's a unique "drug mitigator" who is fighting narcotics dealers from outside the legal system. Published November 28, 1996.
Eclectic Avenues: Writing for Her Life
Abby Collins-Sears had a massive stroke at age 24 — but her love for her career as a reporter helped her fight back from the brink of death. Published December 23, 1996.
Eclectic Avenues: Reaching for the Stars
Meet self-employed astrologer, psychic, and counselor Hank Friedman. Published January 20, 1997.
Eclectic Avenues: A Special Teacher for Special Kids
Meet Jocelyn Paré, a PE teacher for disabled children who works out of a "traveling office" full of balls and toys. Published February 10, 1997.
Eclectic Avenues: Livin' in a Fantasy League
Meet John Benson, a baseball fanatic and entrepreneur who has turned his passion for sports into a thriving fantasy baseball business. Published March 31, 1997.
Eclectic Avenues: A Rocky Climb to the Top
A profile of Allison Levy, founder of Aspiring Heights. Published May 12, 1997.
Eclectic Avenues: Putting the Press on Pain
The story of Torbjorn "Tobe" Hanson, a DIY success story who pioneered a treatment for stress and aches. Published June 23, 1997.
Lee Frankel: The Beer's in the Mail
Two college buddies are shipping beer to thirsty customers across the country and having a great time doing it. Published February 15, 1996.
Spike Gillespie: Freelance and Fancy Free
The well-known feminist Web columnist offers hard-earned wisdom and sage advice on writing for hire. Published October 20, 1997.
Harry Goldstein: The Writing Life, Part One: Fishing for Freelance
Tips for digging up writing work in New Media and elsewhere. Published November 4, 1996.
Harry Goldstein: The Writing Life, Part Two: Freelance Finance
Taxes, deductions, paychecks, budgeting — it all changes when you go into business for yourself as a freelancer. Published December 2, 1996.
Harry Goldstein: Losing at WIN
The Working Life column looks at an attempt by a group of volunteers to teach computer skills to Women In Need — and the costs to society if their efforts fail. Published May 27, 1996.
Harry Goldstein: Tales of Temp-tation: My Life as a Guerrilla Temp
How Harry used temping as an opportunity to explore career fields and make connections. Caveat temp-tor: He learned a hard lesson along the way! Published July 1, 1997.
James Howard, Part One: Changing the Face of the Web
The young CEO of PrivNet on the ad blocker that may forever change business on the Web. Published July 12, 1996.
James Howard, Part Two: Internet Entrepreneur
Life at a dynamic start-up company and the uselessness of computer science degrees. Published July 19, 1996.
Web Filter: It's Good to be the King by Charles Marrelli
You too can rise from your cozy cubicle and get a real office. Here's what it takes to be a manager. Published June 1, 1998.
Gabrielle Mullem: Real Cookin' and Serious Dough
There's gold in them thar gourmands! Gabrielle recalls her crazed nights of work in a four-star restaurant — and interviews the culinary world's rising stars to discover what it takes to become a Mogul Chef. Published October 20, 1997.
Bernadette Noll: Fast Cash and Disposable Income
Working for cash can lead to some powerful temptations. Learn how one such wage-earner learned to curb her spending. Published October 20, 1997.
Laurie Ouellette: Will Teach for Food: Teachers as Temps
Combining her own experience as a teacher with a review of a new book about academic labor in crisis, Ouellette examines the growing problem of "gypsy professors" — and what they're doing to fight back. Published July 1, 1997.
Howard Rheingold: Pioneering the Social Web
The author of "Virtual Community," editor of "The Whole Earth Review," and a core member of The WELL reveals his next business plan — Electric Minds. Published September 20, 1996.
Sue Rugge, Part One: Information Brokering and the Internet
A pioneer in the marketing of information says the 'Net is over-rated as a research tool — and gives advice for those hoping to enter the field. Published August 9, 1996.
Sue Rugge, Part Two: Breaking Into the Information Business
The Mother of Information Brokering on setting up your own small business. Published August 23, 1996.
Jared Schutz: Big Bucks on the Web
This Princeton senior started his own Net access company, and racked up $1 million in one year. Published October 8, 1995.
Paul Shipman: Pioneer of Microbrew
He was brewing his own before it became a monster industry. Now, the Baron of Brew looks to the future. Published November 9, 1995.
Small Business Brainstorms: Wake Up and Smell the Profits — Opening Your Own Coffee Shop
Cash in on the national java jones by following these great ideas and guidelines. Published April 7, 1997.
Small Business Brainstorms: Love For Sale — Starting Your Own Dating Service
"Matchmaker, matchmaker, make me a match" — and make yourself a bundle! Published May 19, 1997.
Small Business Brainstorms: An Entrepreneur's Best Friend — Starting Your Own Pet-Sitting Service
There's cash in caring for those critters! Published June 23, 1997.
Small Business Brainstorms: Feast Your Eyes and Feed Your Wallet — Opening a Small Art Gallery
A primer on the fine art of the hefty commission. Published September 29, 1997.
Small Business Brainstorms: Bottoms Up! — A Toast to Starting Your Own Brew Pub
Brew your way to fun and profits. Published September 29, 1997.
Small Business Brainstorms: Thriving on Thrift — Launching Your Own Resale Enterprise
One person's cast-off clothing is another person's goldmine. Published September 29, 1997.
Small Business Brainstorms: A Real Adventure — Opening Your Own Alternative Film Store
Corner a niche overlooked by Blockbuster. Published December 1, 1997.
Small Business Brainstorms: The Greenhouse Effect — Heat up Your Finances with an Herb Farm
They're good for eatin', healin', and your wallet! Published December 1, 1997.
Small Business Brainstorms: Compulsive Buyer's Redemption — Starting a Personal Shopping Service
Shop 'til you drop and get paid for it. Published December 1, 1997.
Eva Rosenberg: Start-Up Capital for YOUR Small Business Brainstorm
Our tax expert says there's tax-free money for the asking from small investors. Published September 29, 1997.
