Category Archives: Getting started

‘I just dropped in to see what condition my condition was in’

Posted on January 5, 2016 by Jay Morris

Before he became a country music star, Kenny Rogers recorded a song with the First Edition called “Just Dropped In.” It’s a relic from the counterculture ‘60s with lyrics that don’t make a lot of sense, but I’ve always liked the refrain: “I … Continue reading →

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The blogs that got away…

Posted on September 10, 2014 by Jay Morris

This month marks the third anniversary of The Wayward Journey. It seems like a good time to take stock of how far I’ve come on the Journey, but I think I’ll leave some of that reminiscing for another day. Instead, … Continue reading →

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‘A great day lies ahead in the not-too-distant future’

Posted on August 6, 2014 by Jay Morris

I have a new Tuesday evening tradition. After my guitar lesson at Music & Arts, I head over to Panda Express for some stir-fry. This is a big change because I’ve always stopped off at Roy Rogers for the #1 … Continue reading →

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A teachable moment at Home Depot

Posted on September 27, 2013 by Jay Morris

The sales associate had dreadlocks and was as skinny as a rail. The customer was in her early 70s, short and a little plump. She could have been three times his age. If I weren’t standing in the Nails, Screws … Continue reading →

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8 things you absolutely have to do to make it as an indie

Posted on May 17, 2012 by Jay Morris

Seven months into my new life as an independent public relations practitioner, and I am still learning every day. But even a slow learner like me can see that these eight things make all the difference in the world. I’m … Continue reading →

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Hats off to longevity and late bloomers

Posted on May 1, 2012 by Jay Morris

I’ve been reading in small doses Jacques Barzun’s acclaimed “From Dawn to Decadence: 1500 to the Present.” I’m lucky if I can wade through more than two pages in one sitting since Barzun’s carefully researched survey of Western history is … Continue reading →

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Are you a filer or a piler?

Posted on April 20, 2012 by Jay Morris

Tax season has again come to a close, bringing with it many firm resolutions to be better organized next time around. As I searched for receipts this year, it occurred to me that my organizational tendencies have evolved over time … Continue reading →

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Ding, ding, ding: 20 posts in 20 weeks!

Posted on February 16, 2012 by Jay Morris

When I published my 20th post last week, WordPress gave me a gold star. Each time I post, WordPress (which kindly hosts my blog for free) gives me encouragement, cheering me on to new blogging milestones. So I’ve managed to … Continue reading →

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The ups and downs of a solo career

Posted on January 11, 2012 by Jay Morris

Flying solo can have its moments of doubt and despair, as in, “What the heck was I thinking when I decided to start my own firm? Who’s going to pay the mortgage?” But, luckily, there can also be moments of … Continue reading →

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