In today's competitive market, you need an edge. A way for others to see your potential before you even walk in for that interview, or a way for your boss/company to see you in a different light. Writing and being published on the internet helps, but you need to be with a recognized site - Suite's reputation helps your reputation.
Easy access to the Internet allows everyone to see your published work. It's a fast and inexpensive way to expand your audience. It allows potential employers to quickly check you out without even contacting your references - and shows them your style, attitude and ability. CAREFUL though - ensure what you write IS right.
Choosing what to write about can expand your horizons. If you have a passion for animals but work as a stock broker, writing allows you to relax. It also shows your boss you are not just another broker looking for the big break - you are actively involved with the world. Chances are you will NOT collapse with the pressure of your job as you have active outside interests. Companies realize the more you do outside of work, the happier you will be, and a happy worker is a productive worker.
Once you are published on the Internet, you are looked at in a different light. You took the time and energy to GET published. As well, what you write about may open doors to future opportunities. Not just in writing. Showing your talents makes you more valuable as an employee, both for potential employers and current working situations. You are showing initiative - you are not afraid to take a chance on negative feedback - especially if you show continued work despite comments from others or posters.
Writing online is NOT the same as writing for a newspaper or journal. Yes, you can easily create your own blog and hope others notice you as you rant on your opinion or what you think counts.
Or you can write serious researched articles, using your own knowledge and experience, and hope someone reads it.
Or you do it for the professional site of Suite101.com. Suite provides great info on HOW to capture the attention of your potential audience, and how to write online. Yes, it's different. And by being part of the Suite Team, you automatically get to reap the rewards of a professional site - a ready-made audience eager to read your work.
Anyone can create a website nowadays, anyone can write a blog or articles or thoughts, and post to that website. The problem is - capturing the audience.
Suite not only provides the audience, but a solid reputation. Not everyone can be a Suite Writer. Once you are though, you'll find more doors open to opportunities to enhance your existing career.
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