What Do I Do For A Living?

I posted a short online survey asking people what I do for a living. I only got 4 (heart-warming) responses: Maker of fine tea bags, interior designer and space planner, freelance autoCAD or technical drawings for other designers Designer Drafting design Beautiful interior/deco design I wasn’t too surprised how few people responded. I am gladContinue reading “What Do I Do For A Living?”

2015 was Great!

Looking back, so many wonderful things had happened in 2015.   – A lovely young lady that I met through work decided to go back to school to study interior design after we chatted a couple of times. This brings me so much joy! I can’t stress enough about the importance of education. Soon, IContinue reading “2015 was Great!”

SketchUp Course at West Valley Occupational Center

Course Description: The course is designed to enhance professional designers’ ability to envision and communicate their projects using the SketchUp program. Course Length: Tuesday, April 22 – Thursday, Jun 5 (This is the 1st attempt of this type of course catering to working professionals. The regular semester is 20 weeks long.) Course Setup: Open Lab:Continue reading “SketchUp Course at West Valley Occupational Center”

My Recipe for Successful Job Hunting

Job hunting is a form of art that requires planning and preparation. A job is not hard to get. But one needs to be a good hunter to get a job that encourages growth and builds a bright future. Ingredients: Phone Number (with an answering service) E-mail Address (keep professional) Resume Business Cards Portfolio (inContinue reading “My Recipe for Successful Job Hunting”

9 Tips to Thrive in the Real World

1. Be Healthy 2. Be Professional 3. Be Sincere and Compassionate 4. Set Goals 5. Keep Improving 6. Promote Your Strength 7. Be Unique and Memorable 8. Build a Support System 9. Offer Help & Give Back Last year, I was invited to be a guest speaker at two different classes in two different schools.Continue reading “9 Tips to Thrive in the Real World”