Professor Lisa is back!

After a few interviews at the College level to teach English, I can proudly say that Professor Lisa will be back in the classroom this Jan. 2007 in the Valley of the Sun.

I will be teaching ENG 101 and ENG 102 courses which are the first two required English classes for most college students. Yes, I will teach the proper methods of writing and research and distinguishing between true sources and not reliable sources when writing research papers.

If you don't mind the Jersey accent, stop by a class and check my teaching out in action. If anything, stop by to say hello!

I will receive an answer if I am an approved Vendor about the SES tutoring program around December 18.

Happy Thanksgiving!

Pay The Freelancers!

In the business world, I understand there are different payment schedules but what about when there is a rush or immediate need for service? Shouldn't this be rewarded with an on time payment?

Regardless of your career or status; freelancer, independent contractor, or employee, PAYMENT should always be made. Everyone works hard for their money and ignoring an invoice is disrespectful.

In the freelance world, I have learned having a collection agency to contact clients who feel the need not to pay for my services has worked. After 60 days, if services are not paid for, I contact my collection agency who then contacts the clients who decide not to pay for services agreed to.

Remember, with most communications through e-mail and IM, ALL conversations are journaled and the "he said - she said" game is no more.

Many freelancers require payments to be made up front, before any completed work is exchanged. This is a good rule as clients feel the need NOT to pay once the completed work is handed over to them.

What if you went to a store and asked, "Can I try this jacket out and pay you in a month?" What answer will the store give to you besides looking at you like you are out of your mind!

The same goes for conducting business with a freelancer. Once work is completed and exchanged, PAY YOUR INVOICES!