I came across two posts the other day that really struck me. The first, from Val Head, talks about her writing process.
More …Jacob has worked with small business, Fortune 50 companies, nonprofits and agencies to provide marketing and technology needs. I have almost two decades of experience helping organizations tell their story and expand their reach.
The bulk of my job is listening first then being in conversation. If you want to know what it is like to work with me, here are some past collaborators.
Jacob is knowledgeable, insightful, and capable. He's a joy to work with because he inspires confidence. Dan Roloff, Publishing Manager, H. E. Butt Foundation
It’s REALLY nice having smart people like Jacob on board. He can turn our crazy, creative ideas into living and breathing reality. Thanks for helping us out. What you do is magic. Seth LaTour, Creative Director, Masterworks
Jacob's ability to identify with the audience's needs ensures that his presentations are well targeted and well timed. Tim, Masterworks
In a planet filled with opinions, I put alot of value in a person that cannot just come up with the strategy but knows how to deliver. Michael Schafer, Principal and Creative Director, openbox9
You f---ing rock. Sara, NTEN
This is one of the best, most fun and useful things I've done lately Lynda, Gathering in the East
Both witty and profound Jake's a rare combination of talents giving human dimension to an increasingly technological world. Dan Roloff, Publishing Manager, H. E. Butt Foundation
Jake has an authentic style, blending humor and candor that make his presentations really pop! Charlie, Youth Ministry Certification School
Id like to think that I AM CSS dangerous because of you, but also the word that stands out is reliable. You are always willing to lend a hand regardless of the task. Thank you for always going beyond to help a non dev member. Joel Velazco, Webconnex
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I came across two posts the other day that really struck me. The first, from Val Head, talks about her writing process.
More …Today’s full-day session (don’t call it a workshop!) was led by Chris Coyier. Chris spent the session building a website. He then used this activity as a framework to discuss front-end development in general.
More …Today I feel like the dummies in this photo; poised to be destroyed by the test detonation of an atomic device. An Event Apart remains mind blowing. My overall takeaway is this: the internet changes at such a rapid pace that we could revisit just about everything we’ve done in the past six weeks and make adjustments using new techniques.
More …As I sit in a sun-drenched corner, recharging my borderline introvert batteries, my head is swimming a bit. That’s the sign of a good conference.
More …Nothing sours the joy of a website launch more than handing the client the maintenance contract. Websites take maintenance. It’s not fun, but it must be done.
More …On this week’s episode we discuss an article from Smashing Magazine: Mobile First is Just Not Good Enough: Meet Journey-Driven Design.
More …One of the most respected books on website usability was written by Steve Krug. It’s called Don’t Make Me Think.
More …It’s hard to retire as a volunteer, usually it feels like you just get fired. After serving the ELCA Youth Gathering in a planning capacity since 1998, I not on a planning team for the 2018 gathering.
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