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TEDx: Darryle Pollack: I Never Signed Up For This

Posted on April 30, 2014 by Jill Foer Hirsch

I am thrilled to share Darryle Pollack’s TEDx talk with you. Smart, funny, breast cancer survivor, and co-founder of WHOA (Women Honoring Our Age) Network are among her many accomplishments. Darryle was kind enough to interview me about my book last … Continue reading →

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When I’m The Boss Of Everyone And Everything: What To Expect

Posted on April 27, 2014 by Jill Foer Hirsch

Who isn’t tired of hearing about my job search? Anyone? I’m sick to death of it but it occupies my time and energy which means you’re going to have to ride this out with me. Looking for a job in … Continue reading →

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The Poison Pen Chronicles

Posted on April 5, 2014 by Jill Foer Hirsch

Look, I understand that everyone has their own taste, and that my writing and/or sense of humor does not appeal to everyone. Really uptight, boring people for example; they don’t get it. But when I saw the first bad review … Continue reading →

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A Few Laughs, Some Nice Pictures, And A Glimpse At An Archaeological Dig

Posted on March 13, 2014 by Jill Foer Hirsch

Well it’s been a good week so far. I gave my talk on Tuesday and I think it went well; I don’t believe anyone fell asleep while I ran my mouth for an hour. The pressure was on too; the … Continue reading →

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My Next Move

Posted on March 10, 2014 by Jill Foer Hirsch

If you’re tired of hearing about my job search, well, too bad. Imagine how I feel! I’ve often heard about medical school syndrome, where the students suddenly feel like they have all the symptoms of every disease they study. I … Continue reading →

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Bethenny And Me: A Star Is Nearly Born

Posted on March 3, 2014 by Jill Foer Hirsch

So this week I came dangerously close to finally realizing my destiny as a star. I am a huge Bethenny Frankel fan and I just happen to have a connection that got me tickets to a taping of her talk show, bethenny. … Continue reading →

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As I Was Saying

Posted on February 20, 2014 by Jill Foer Hirsch

Well I’ve gone and done it now. I committed to a speaking engagement with the topic “Using Humor to Overcome Adversity.” When I booked the talk months ago it seemed so far away, but now I have just a few … Continue reading →

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A Rambling Post About Talented Nephews, A Dominatrix, and The World’s Greatest Diner

Posted on February 17, 2014 by Jill Foer Hirsch

I’ve just returned from a fun-filled weekend in Chicago, where my nephew Sean staged an amazing production of Kurt Vonnegut’s Cat’s Cradle, which I can assure you is not about a cat in a cradle, even though that is totally … Continue reading →

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You’ve Got To Be Kidding Me

Posted on February 6, 2014 by Jill Foer Hirsch

As I was pondering whether or not Sir Paul McCartney has someone whose job it is to fetch his pizza and whatnot, it occurred to me that I myself am seeking gainful employment. With a little bit of luck, maybe … Continue reading →

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All About Me, Me, Me

Posted on January 25, 2014 by Jill Foer Hirsch

I know I have been neglecting my blogging duties, but it was for a good reason. I have been gallivanting about town doing Serious Authorly Things. I had an Author Talk and Book Signing at a local bookstore, where hundreds, … Continue reading →

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