#or LinkedIn articles specifically?

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INTERVIEW WITH THE VAMPIRE

๋࣭ ⭑🕸 pairing: vampire!chrisbahng x inexperiencedfem!reader ˚˖𓍢ִ໋ 🦇˚⋆ 𝒔𝒚𝒏𝒐𝒑𝒔𝒊𝒔: As part of a college assignment, you interview a peculiar doctor about his success and long career, but then he starts telling you about the odd and unbelievable lifestyle he used to lead that got him there, claiming to be something you find funny at first, but then you get caught up in the details, causing tension and questioning reality.

˖⋆࿐໋ 𝒈𝒆𝒏𝒓𝒆 — 𝒘𝒂𝒓𝒏𝒊𝒏𝒈𝒔: MDNI 18+, smut, corruption kink, breeding, choking, biting/marking, slight dubcon and sadism, pet names, blood play, fingering, cunnilingus, multiple orgasms, unprotected sex, creampie. ✩₊˚.⋆🕸️⋆⁺₊✧ word count: 10.2k

𝔴𝔢𝔫𝔱𝔬𝔟𝔢𝔯 (𝗸𝗶𝗻𝗸𝘁𝗼𝗯𝗲𝗿 '𝟮𝟰) ₊˚🕯️♱‧₊˚. 01: vampire

notes: inspired by the 1994 movie of the same name! ✩ it's implied to be set in aus but ik the fall there it's different, but anyway, it's just to fit the theme

It was a cold night, the cool wind blew your hair gracefully and you enjoyed the exquisite scent of the autumn leaves that reached your senses and rustled with every step you took. It was the weekend before Halloween and the whole campus was full of young people walking around in their costumes, you felt a little out of place, as they all smiled and walked shamelessly in their most extravagant clothes, hairstyles and make-up to some party, unlike them, you were wearing your very nice autumn outfit, dark red sweater with V cleavage and a black scarf, mesh tights, brown plaid skirt and knee high dark brown heeled boots and a coat, and you were not going to a party, but to an interview with the handsome and well respected Dr. Christopher Bahng.

Bahng was about to be praised for his long career at the university hospital, for his contribution to society with his own clinic and helping students, mostly medical students, who were fascinated by Bahng’s merits and blinded by their fanaticism and admiration, being carried away by rumors that the guy himself was a medical legend, they suddenly became curious about his life and career, to which they suggested an interview about his professional life as a doctor and specialist. And, mysteriously among the uncertainty there you came in, you were not a medical student, you were in your third year of your nursing degree and saw Dr. Bahng on very few occasions while rotating through your shifts at the hospital, so the offer still remains a mystery to you, why you?

You had absolutely no idea what your colleagues at your faculty newspaper were talking about one afternoon when you walked into the room and there was a loud commotion and uproar, that Bahng had agreed to an interview, but asked that it be specifically done by you. It was an afternoon, when you were about to write and share information obtained from a small unimportant paper you would do, but one of your friends, Yang Jeongin took the courage to approach you and be the first to give you the news.

“Dr. Bahng chose you to do an interview with him for the commemoration of his long professional career at the hospital. You have to be the best, you practically have half the medical school all over you, well at least the annoying students working on his paper who came confused to break the news.”

Bahng was a legend and a mystery. He was handsome and charismatic but you couldn’t find a single social media or photo of him on the internet beyond his LinkedIn. There were pictures of him hanging out with more doctors posted by the faculty, pictures of him looking uncomfortable and always all the way in the background or on the sidelines as if he was out of commitment, pictures of him receiving accolades with a fake smile and medical school articles mentioning him, but nothing else about him. You knew that because you researched him a bit before talking to him as you were terrified to go with a blank mind, from just knowing he was an obstetrics doctor, at first you dug into his professional life which you could find information about, but curiosity got the better of you a bit and you wanted to dig into a more human side of him, wanting to see a picture of him with a friend on the beach, or posting something a thirty-something man would do, a social media or something, but there seemed to be no sign of him.

You rang the doorbell, swaying in place slightly nervously and waiting to be answered, the house was impressive and in a quiet neighborhood away from the busy city center, away from your university and the hospital, Dr. Bahng’s house. Although you had to admit, something about it gave you the creeps, large and well maintained houses that seemed to be inhabited by ghosts, long trees and the blowing of the wind gave you strange sensations.

Dr. Christopher Bahng greeted you with a smile, dressed in casual black clothes, black t-shirt, black jeans, a long chain with a cross and silver bracelets on his wrists.

“Y/n” he said to you, stepping aside to make way for you, “You’re a little early. Come in, please.”

You blushed as you hoped the time wouldn’t be an inconvenience but honestly, it was for you, he was only willing to give the interview at 8pm and although you planned the series of questions and estimated time, it was uncertain exactly what time it might be concluded.

The date and time were problems for you; your friends were upset you missed countless costume parties just to be there. But there you were, the restlessness and curiosity about why he chose you was greater than a lousy college party. You were about to turn down the offer since it meant that you would have to walk back to the university alone and a little late at night, but the medical students begged you to accept it and Jeongin offered to pick you up at night if it was getting late and you felt unsafe to walk back home alone and ask for a ride from an app. You wanted to think that the reason for your appointment time was because he was off work, but that would be a lie, as everyone knew that Christopher Bahng always worked at night.

You walked by his house somewhat blushing, you were there because of something from the university, but it was inevitable not to think about how handsome the mature doctor was.

“Welcome” he spoke again.

“Thank you, nice to meet you, Dr. Bahng.”

“Nice to meet you too” he stared intensely at you, “You can leave your coat here at the entrance if you like. And take off your shoes, sweetheart, nice boots by the way.”

So he knew your name and face. You took off your coat apologetically and hung it on the coat rack but as soon as you did, you felt a chill in the air hitting your body, making you shiver. His house was cold and poorly lit, the lights were warm and dim. To your left were wide stairs and in front of you a wide hallway that led to more rooms. In the distance, you could hear a classical music melody softly.

“Sorry if it’s a little cold” he said, pulling you out of your thoughts, you settled your bag on your shoulder and smiled at him while gesturing with your hands that there was nothing to worry about, “I’ll show you around” he added encouragingly, almost as if he had read your mind that you were thinking about the decoration of his home, “This is the entrance” Chris walked and you followed in step behind him, “Here is a bathroom, feel free to use it whenever you want. Over there is the kitchen, the main dining room and... the main living room where we’ll do the interview so we can be more comfortable.”

You listened to him carefully as he pointed out. His house was huge but it felt lonely and like it lacked some... life. The decor was exquisitely tasteful, modern but without leaving small classic details and made the illusion of antique elements.

He was a sweet and kind man, you were ready to pay attention to any detail for the writing of the article, at the same time you let yourself be distracted by the attractiveness of his countenance and presence, even so there was something in the atmosphere that made you a little uneasy, you could not calm down at all and you were not nervous, it was a strange feeling that you did not know the reason. Or something strange about it that did not convince you.

Chris took you to his spacious living room, colored in a dark red and the soft melody of classical music came from a record player in the room.

“It’s late. Have you had dinner or would you like something, or something to drink?” he suggested politely.

You looked into his eyes, they were absolutely dark, he was so mesmerizing that you lost yourself for small moments.

“I’m fine, thank you Dr. Bahng.”

“Please call me Chris. I seriously love what I do” he brought a hand to his chest, “But people calling me Dr. all the time is exhausting.”

“I thought that’s what they liked to hear, after all they studied and went a long way to be able to call themselves that” you commented, more confidently, wanting to let go of the shyness in your body, seeing his effort to keep the atmosphere from becoming awkward.

He smiled and stared at you. Wow it had been a very very long road for Chris and you had no idea.

“To me it feels like people have been calling me that for over two hundred years. You seriously don’t want anything? I have fresh pomegranate juice.”

His comment confused you a bit and you caught his subtle change of subject.

“Juice is fine.”

He smiled narrowing his slitted, pretty eyes.

“Okay, make yourself comfortable, I’ll be right back. Do you want to do it at the table or on the couch?”

He was asking too many questions, you thought. You looked around the room, the ideal and professional would be the table, but the option of the couch and being able to more thoroughly capture everything about him seemed like a better idea.

“I’ll be on the couch, thank you.”

You couldn’t help but feel curious and probe with your eyes every tiny detail of the room, yes it was cold, you were so curious about Chris, but you had to keep a professional barrier, plus he was older and a superior to you. You couldn’t believe that a man like him was alone, he should have some partner out there.

You sat on the couch as you began to set up your stuff and audio and recording equipment, your notebook and pen to take notes, your cell phone in Do Not Disturb mode with the series of questions and before long Chris came over to you, with two glasses of a bright dark red juice, he set them down on the little table in front of you and turned off the record player.

“Thank you” you whispered to him, taking the glass shyly as you took a sip.

Chris smiled and sat down, approaching you and intimidating you with his gaze for the first time that night.

“Are you okay in there? Can you write well?” he asked without taking his eyes off you, raising his straight eyebrows as he stretched out his arm to take the glass and drink.

“Yes, thank you, Chris.”

He smiled again letting out a breath.

“Well” you said again, “Once the interview starts I have to refer to you all the time as Dr, is that okay”

“I understand, absolutely” he crooned softly and attractively, finding you tender when you spoke to him formally.

You admired his manly features and pale face for a second, letting your instincts take over, thinking that having him must be a dream. Chris widened his smile, almost blushing as if he had heard something funny.

“Ready?” you asked, awkwardly breaking the silence, his gaze on you felt heavy.

Your finger was already on the button of your recorder, positioned in the middle of you, when Chris said:

“Can I see your questions?”

“Oh, you didn’t get them?” you replied somewhat worried.

“Maybe I forgot to check the e-mail” he replied calmly.

You sketched a smile as you nodded softly and handed him your phone, he held it between his large hand and read the questions and handed it back to you with a disapproving grimace, worrying you a little more.

“Mmm... I can modify them, we can make this interview better.”

Your body heated up in embarrassment as you couldn’t believe he was doing that to you at the last minute. Those medicine fuckers, you thought, as you didn’t participate in the making of the questions.

“I mean I’ll give you something much better” he added.

You didn’t answer him for a moment but thought that you would see what to do later for it, that at the end of the day, it was you doing a favor by being there next to him at night.

“I want to answer to you, not the snooty med guys. Maybe we can do that later but… what are you thinking” he watched you closely.

Chris leaned his arm on the back of the couch and settled his body pointing in your direction, with a smug smile on his face using a serious tone, you felt his intensity. You only got more confused and thought, what? why would it matter what you thought? what was he trying to say?

“Because I’m interested in you. You come in here with the question of why I chose you, you want to know?” Chris said again, almost scaring you that he was answering what you were thinking.

Either he was fucking smart enough to read people easily and deduce obvious thoughts or there was something about him that was making you uneasy. You took a small sigh, you felt hopelessly attracted to him, dizzy, as if seeing his dark eyes was hypnotizing you, you quickly averted your gaze, scared thinking about what the fuck was going on, you saw the glass of juice, had he put something in it? That’s what you get for accepting drinks from an unknown man…

“It’s just juice” he answered, “You’re not feeling well?” he replied.

You looked at him again confused and slowly regained your composure.

“Why me?” you said, almost in a whisper, he raised his eyebrows waiting to hear more from you, “Why would I interview you at your home, specifically me, I have never interacted with you or been in the same area of the hospital working, besides, I’m just a nurse student.”

You had so many questions that you couldn’t deduce an answer to, you were curious and it made Chris grin from ear to ear. If only you knew, and you were about to, however, Chris just covered up the truth a little.

“You have such a genuine and kind gaze about you, never in the long years I’ve lived in this place have I ever seen a woman like you. You are so human, you are the one who takes care of the patients’ sleep when the doctors are away. I saw you that time when you were on shift at night… I asked your name, something about you never left my mind since then. I wanted to hold you close, to know you.”

And it was true, it was innocence to one of the questions your colleague asked you when Chris overheard the conversation, he turned to see you slyly and you captivated his attention, it was as if he had developed a new sensory ability that revolved around you. That night you left at 4 a.m. from that shift at the hospital, you were covering hours for an occasion you couldn’t attend, Chris lurked in the dark behind your back, making sure you arrived safely.

You understood half the things he said to you, didn’t know whether to take it as a confession, whether to blush, whether he was saying he liked you, you didn’t want to jump to conclusions, you didn’t even think you looked cute in your baggy clinic clothes, you didn’t know what he was talking about. Chris knew how overwhelming it all suddenly seemed to you, so he continued.

“And suddenly I saw, you have this presence about you of being someone to trust, someone who knows how to keep secrets. So I’ll tell you everything, things that people who know about this are dead. I’ll give you a better interview.”

You felt a shiver. Confusion and genuine curiosity in your bright eyes as your breath was cut off at his masculine, domineering presence and wordplay that felt like riddles. For Chris, he didn’t need any more facts about you, he knew absolutely everything. Digging into your little more than twenty years of life was not a difficult task for him, compared to his long journey. There was only one thing he needed and wanted and that was to have you, to breathe your scent, to listen to you and to look into your eyes. He was obsessed, so in his madness he wanted to confess you something that only 1 person “alive” in this world knew. By sharing his secret with you, he hoped to be united with you for eternity.

“What is it about?” you asked with uncertainty in your voice.

The innocence in your gaze filled Chris completely and he smiled smugly, pressing his long index finger on the button of your voice recorder, you became engrossed in the pallor of his strong arm, almost transparent leaving his notorious veins visible, until he spoke and you stared at him.

“My name is Christopher Chan Bahng, I was born on October 3rd, 1797 in Seoul, South Korea. My father was Korean and my mother was French, they met when my mother escaped the country shortly after the French Revolution, her whole family went their separate ways and her ship stopped in the lands of East Asia, she met my father, a merchant fond of the folk healing medicine of the time and I was born, the eldest of three children. I had a beautiful sister and brother, whom I adored with my soul until their last breaths, both died old and happy. And I-, well, I’m still here, right?”

You looked at him puzzled, skeptical, wondering if this was a joke, 1797, French revolution, what the fuck was he talking about? You wanted to start looking around for cameras because you thought it was a fucking joke.

“I had a good childhood, everything was fine until I turned thirteen and my mother had to go back to France because her sister got sick and she was the only family she had, she didn’t hear from her parents two years after she moved to Korea, so she took me and my siblings, leaving my father behind. It was in Paris in 1810 when the curiosity and passion for medicine was born in me, I had seen it a little bit with my father but things in Europe were so different. All the people lived sick, and died young. Conflicts left in their wake an unbelievable amount of disease. I traveled around Europe, learned languages and studied medicine in France, but female anatomy was my particular interest, they were such enigmatic, intelligent beings but my passion leaned more towards obstetrics, it was amazing that because of women humanity kept growing and growing and the world looked down on it. I loved to see and receive a new life… most of the time I was dedicated as an obstetric doctor for women of important families, so carrying the little one in my arms I could deduce that they would have a good life, good, for that time, but I always loved to help, I would visit the French village in search of poor pregnant women and I would do my best to preserve the life of both. Life was always for me… something so precious because back then every day was a new challenge, public executions, dying at sea and never being found when traveling, an infection or disease from an unknown agent that could lead to your death, the bad habits people used to have, the types of beliefs, life back then was ephemeral and a ticking time bomb.”

You listened to him attentively, lost in the details, you didn’t know if it was a joke or a story but… you were slowly falling for it, Chris was telling everything with emotion, with his hands moving and his look… as if he was genuinely remembering his past.

“On the other hand, my siblings made their lives, my sister got married at 20, she was a pianist and singer and went to live in Great Britain. My brother was a respected judge and married at 25 and I... was truly immersed in medicine, I never stopped to think about love, about wanting to marry and live with a traditional family, I was lost in study and in the discovery and advancement of medicine, until shortly before I turned 28, in 1825, my mother became ill with cholera and died. I was devastated, I became obsessed to the point of wanting to study more and more, I studied with some colleagues but I couldn’t stand it and the following year I escaped to Korea again in search of my father, to see if he was well, gosh, it was so extreme the way you had to reach out to someone. I arrived in Seoul the winter of 1826, I was lucky enough to find my father and we had a close relationship again. I went back to work as a doctor, I was a little bit popular as it was so fascinating for the pregnant women of the time, a doctor from Europe and... the following spring I met the love of my life, a popular midwife in town, we met doing our work and I fell deeply in love, by the fall I turned thirty I was marrying Lim Sohee.”

Chris paused for a second and silence fell, as if mentioning that name had overwhelmed him. And it had, it was touching deep down inside him, he hadn’t mentioned he... since so many years ago. You were engrossed, studying his demeanor and listening to the story... if it was a joke, how come he could tell it so well, you were in your mind visualizing every single thing, letting yourself be carried away by whatever he was telling you.

“I really thought I would have it all in Seoul, when I met Sohee I knew I wanted a family, that I wanted to take care of another life, having children and adoring them forever... but she could never conceive. She was infertile. We had a bad time trying, but she was getting sadder and sadder as it was what we both did and she couldn’t have ours. At that time I... was so desperate to know which of us was the main cause so I did something I will never forgive myself for, I impregnated a young, virginal woman from an important family... and the consequences were inevitable, I had my first daughter, identical to me, with my mother’s eyes. Bahng Chanmi was born on April 13th, 1830. I was happy because my dream was to have children, but devastated at the same time. Chanmi’s mother’s family, Insook, found out and for a moment I thought I was going to be executed as I was a married man, but they forced me to leave Soohe and marry Insook instead” Chris cleared his throat as if that was hard to speak, “Sohee couldn’t believe it, she left me and ran away to Japan leaving me heartbroken. I never saw her again and I never thought I would ever be able to love another woman again other than my own daughter, but I felt she took everything from me... until I...” Chris paused again to look at you carefully but continued, “I lost myself again, I didn’t love Insook, but I wanted to be a good father to Chanmi, so I was there for her. Two years after Chanmi was born, my father died, I endured two more years in Seoul and in 1834 I arrived with Insook and Chanmi in Sydney. I loved it here from the first moment I set foot in... but I was still disoriented, I was a mess, I felt that everyone around me was leaving me, I was only there for my daughter, I was passionate about nothing else, I fell into a bad habit of going to parties and taking refuge in alcohol and it was just one day after my 37th birthday when I immortalized that number in me. On October 4th, 1834 at about 3 a.m. in the harbor area of Sydney, a creature creeping in the night lured me with his voice and words, I was drunk, with no mind at all... and it was that night that he made me into what I am now” a new pause, “A vampire.”

You didn’t expect that, in fact you didn’t know what you expected in all that talk... but a vampire explained why he talked about himself living since the 19th century... but a vampire, it was illogical. There was no such thing, still, you again felt a chill and an uneasiness in his gaze. You didn’t want to be intimidated by that... it must be a joke, a scary story.

Christopher remembered it as if it were yesterday, the sleek, slender shadow of a delicate blond man approaching a helpless, drunken, heartbroken doctor. His face was angelic, but his demonic voice and intentions of a cold, murderous beast were even worse.

“I have seen you for a long time Dr. Christopher Bahng, saving lives to the good people in Sydney, doing god’s work... but... I see nothing but hell in you, you are unhappy, don’t you want some remedy?”

His voice was rough, thick, and his tone of voice playful. Chris remembers being dizzy, still seeing his silhouette and face. A young man, beautiful with freckles, long blond hair, wide dark eyes, and pale skin. Chris thought he was dreaming... or to have arrived in heaven, although if that’s what heaven was all about, why did he feel so ill.

Chris watched him in confusion, the cold sea air shivering his body with chill. The man was dressed in black and there was something in his gaze that unsettled every inch of Chris.

The blond huffed out a chuckle.

“I’m going to disappear everything from you... I’ll be your cure.”

“How?” was all a desperate Chris could say.

“All it takes... it’s just a little taste... of your blood.”

The next thing Chris felt was two strong stabs on his neck, the slender boy took his body, biting his neck, sucking and tasting every part of him. Chris whimpered and panted loudly, he felt mutilated, it was worse than the feeling of a scalpel on his skin and the sensation spread through his body, Chris struggled and fought, but surprisingly the thin boy was much stronger than him. Then he fell weak and unconscious, he knew nothing, until dawn when workers shook his body vigorously trying to wake him up near the harbor. But Chris felt different and the sunrise was slowly burning down his skin.

“Felix Lee was the name of the man... vampire who turned me. Felix was an attractive man, he had a unique beauty that mesmerized anyone, his appearance was so innocent which is why people fell for his tricks so quickly, Felix loved the game of seduction, cat and mouse, he would lure both men and women and then kill them leaving them without a drop of blood...”

You looked at him skeptically, his story was making less and less sense to you, Chris stopped instantly knowing what you were thinking.

“I know I know” he chuckled, “A vampire is kind of... crazy, with all the fiction these days, the movies and the marketing but... Party trick, check this out” Chris said amused.

Suddenly, he showed you his teeth, a normal set of teeth until you watched as in a millisecond his fangs lengthened, becoming sharp typical fangs... vampire fangs. You were scared, you didn’t want to believe it, it was impossible. His teeth went back to normal.

"There’s no reason to take the family photos, you wouldn’t believe it, photoshop makes those wonders and old-fashioned stuff out of my medicine materials? People sell it on ebay all the time... how come I can prove it to you?”

“A vampire?” you said in fright, interrupting him, “Really... it’s not a joke...?”

“Sadly no. I’ve been 37 for 190 years.”

You laughed in disbelief, you were beginning to believe... but your mind betrayed you, freaking you out and thinking that maybe this was a killer, a psychopath who likes blood, one of those obsessed weirdo types and perhaps the idea entered his head like internet psycho...? Chris laughed.

“I’m not some weirdo who obsesses over something he sees on the internet, not some random killer either” he commented.

You freaked out and went back to see him... how did he....

“How do I know what you think? I can read minds a little bit” he answered amused.

You denied, you were so scared to visualize anything else... that your mind betrayed you and you thought of Twilight’s movie.

“Twilight, really? Give me something more believable to tell you.”

You widened your eyes in fright, your breathing was getting uneven and you thought about calling Jeongin, that it was enough trick or treat and you had to go home.

“Jeongin... he’s not your boyfriend, is he? I didn’t expect you to want to leave so soon.”

“How do you know all that? Can you stop?”

“I’m sorry, it’s your privacy, I understand,” he apologized, “I don’t want to scare you.”

Chris didn’t know what your reaction might be, that was one of the only things he couldn’t control, but something in him was irrevocably drawn to you and the strength of that desire for you was so strong and hard to handle. It was... as if all his years of discipline, long decades of controlling his hunger and bestial lust were in vain, in the end, he fell for a young and simple human.

He was exactly scaring you... if you believed him... what was the point of telling you.

“I’m not going to hurt you either” he replied.

“How?” you told him more calmly after seeing his soft and worried expression, something in you couldn’t distrust him, “It’s so unreal...”

He sighed.

“It’s one of the questions I’ve asked myself for over a hundred years, but it wasn’t my fault, I didn’t ask to be, I cherished life but I didn’t ask to live for eternity, Felix turned me...”

You looked him in the eyes, “And what happened to Felix?” you interrupted him.

“After he turned me... I didn’t know what was happening to me, I had those two marks on my neck, the sun was burning my body and I had a ravenous hunger that wouldn’t be filled with food. And it was something I couldn’t control even being near Insook or Chanmi, I thought I was becoming mentally ill and wanted to murder them. I walked away from them and wandered around feeling weak and sick, I thought I would die alone. I was locked in my office, receiving no one until a young woman knocked on my door at night, worried about her dead sister’s baby whom she was now caring for, but I couldn’t, the smell of blood was killing me. The child had a fever and I did everything I could, I cured him by telling her that she should leave as soon as possible and to keep me updated if the fever went down and she insisted on thanking me, with the baby resting in a crib, I could not take it anymore and drank the poor girl’s blood and she fell, weak in my arms and I thought I had killed her, I was terrified, I acted on impulse and from there I knew I had become a monster. I didn’t know what to do... but I felt so good, so alive and strong. I took care of the child and left the woman’s body in the office, but she woke up the next day leaving me terrified, all this was defying every part of my being studied by science, I did not know how to control it and I also turned her. Felix showed up one night, congratulating me for my first blood tasting, I wanted to beat him to death, I asked him what I had become and he laughed and told me... a vampire. In the end it was chaos, Felix fell madly in love with the young girl I had turned and convinced me to go and live with them and the baby, as he said... we were the only monsters in Sydney. Felix would kill, but he never turned anyone. He was turned by an English guy who came back to Europe when Felix was innocently looking for some sex. He was obsessed with me as soon as he saw me... but once Adeline came along, the girl I converted, she truly became the love of Felix’s life.”

The distance between you and Chris was getting shorter, you listened carefully to his every word that came out with emotion, more than his old story, this time it was getting serious and you could see it in every part of it.

“Felix became so obsessed because she was a young, virginal woman, bragging that taking her blood was the reason it would satisfy my lust for quite a while. I lived with them but was still caring for and raising Chanmi. They both raised Adeline’s nephew and had the crazy idea of turning him when he was older. They were a mess together, I tried to convince them not to kill, and I fed myself on fake blood donation schemes I made up... but Felix and Adeline had a killer and predator instinct, they loved to catch people and rejoice in their pain and cries. After 10 years of living with them, my little Chanmi couldn’t understand why her mother was getting older and her father looked just like how she remembered him as a child. I made excuses and when she turned 20 I explained to her... Everything was fine, I lived with them because I was obsessed, they were my objects of study, I wanted to know the anatomy of a vampire and how anything worked, but impossible not to be captivated by them and their dirty little games” Chris grimaced, remembering his weak moments when lust would take over his instincts and he would have sex with both of them, “but Adeline had a secret, she was in love with me and not Felix, she confessed it to me after living 15 years with them and in her madness she believed it was Felix who came between us so, one evening in June 1849, Adeline killed Felix, giving him dead people’s blood, making him weak and confused, then stabbed his heart and set the house on fire...”

Chris looked you in the eye as you imagined each graphic scene. At least Chris believed Felix was dead however no body was ever found... although he wondered if it was even possible to come across a vampire body since the house wasn’t completely ruined, they got to cease-fire in time but found nothing.

“Then I did something I’m not proud of” you saw him attentively, “Adeline threatened to hurt Insook and Chanmi if I didn’t stay with her, that she would tell everyone what kind of creatures we are... the next thing I did was to capture her and keep her kidnapped for a week without human blood contact, she was going crazy and her hunger was a thousand times bigger than a romance, she promised to stay away from me if I released her, I did it and never saw her again...”

You worried, thinking that she may be seeking revenge to which Chris smiled, unable to help but read your mind and find it tender that you cared.

You had so many questions as soon as the silence formed... so many but so many questions but you just said:

“So what happened next?”

“Well, I stayed away from practicing medicine for periods because it was so suspicious that I was supposed to be 60 and I looked 30. My life became miserable as soon as Chanmi died at 85. I got to see her two children grow up, but she knew them well enough that she realized if she told them that their grandfather was a vampire they would expose me so my secret went along with her... I occasionally see everyone to make sure my family tree is still there. But the Bahng family name has been lost. I went back to Europe with a new identity, I went back to Asia and back to Australia again, I was just doing that to fill the void, I couldn’t die, and I wasn’t sure how a vampire could die, I also didn’t want to die terribly or in the horrible way Adeline did to Felix; I wanted a normal life, I wanted to grow old, to have children, I always wanted more children, to see them grow up and take them to play...”

You grimaced, analyzing the anguish in his tone as he confessed something that seemed like a dashed dream, you wondered for a second if he could still have children.

“Of course I still can” he replied looking you straight in the eye, making you feel inferior because it was hard to believe he could read your mind, “Physically I’m thirty years old forever, mentally, well... I must have died over 100 years ago” he let out a chuckle.

“And you stayed in Sydney, why? I thought you couldn’t stand the sun,” you said.

You wanted to avoid thinking about him, his closeness, his physical attractiveness, and his serious emotional tone of voice when saying something, as you knew he was going to know what you were thinking about.

“I can do it, for a short time and under a lot of protection, I love the beach, I adore seeing it even if I look like a lunatic covered from head to toe” he laughed again, “I finally stayed in Australia in the early 20th century and it wasn’t until the 80’s that I met someone like me... another vampire who was stalking me for years without me knowing it, Kim Seungmin, the director of the hospital, since then we have a pact, he has taken care of absolutely everything and keeps me in practice, I disappear for a while, then go back to my work, but lately people have been so curious to know what I do, the last identity I had is that I was born in 1987, I think I can work 10 more years, then I’ll step away for another few years until I can reappear, but you young people today, it’s hard to hide identities since you know everything, you’re suspicious of the slightest thing just because I don’t even have a damn instagram. Being a vampire is miserable.”

You opened your eyes in surprise to discover that there was more than one near you, or at least in the same city.

He stared at you again, piercing you with his gaze, “I led a strict lifestyle with discipline, I stopped drinking blood and did so only at Seungmin’s clandestine meetings when he gave it to me. Sometimes I only stayed alive out of curiosity at some point... if I could ever feel anything else, if I could ever let myself feel empty, or if I was doomed for eternity. Now I want to answer all the questions you have, you are free to know everything.”

His face slightly close to yours made you nervous, his gaze carried something you had never seen in someone before. Suddenly you forgot every single one of your questions, from the most serious and sensible to the silliest, you were absolutely unfocused and could only think about how your breath was going away at that enigmatic attraction you felt, it didn’t feel like any normal attraction, but it genuinely felt like something of yours, not something he was making into you. Your intrusive thoughts won out, you wanted to kiss him, you wanted to do it from the second you saw him, and you wanted a little adventure being alone at night, but the small thought of a simple make-out turned dark.

And Christopher could know every single scene that crossed your mind, once again you made him feel different, you made him feel full of energy without the need to taste your blood, he was no longer a soulless creature that had been living in darkness for almost 200 years, he had a desire towards you as any other human could feel but in him, it was a thousand times more intense, he gathered all the energy for the long years he never managed to get it.

He wasn’t sure whether to fulfill your thoughts but he couldn’t resist it any longer, he wanted to have you like he had never felt before and every second he didn’t touch you was overwhelming, he might die if he didn’t.

Your heart pounded as Chris put a big, cold hand on your face. He could smell and feel in every inch of himself your alive, human, blood-pumping body. His lust turned to a dark desire to taste you, an uncontrollable desire to fill your body with pleasure and fill himself with something more intense than a drug, your sweet, thick blood.

“And even after all these fucking years of the same hell... nothing compares to what you make me feel. You drive me crazy. This is something new, after 190 years of study and discipline... that fucked off as soon as I saw you.”

Once again his intimidating, deep gaze fixed on you, Chris brought his hand to your other cheek and held your face, analyzing it, as if it was something so unfamiliar to him... you watched him and let him touch you, almost quivering in shivering, between excitement at the tense atmosphere and uncertainty at the constant mystery he had you trapped in. Bahng breathed deeply, filling himself with your scent and enjoying the feel of your smooth young skin in his icy hands. He moved closer to you, pushing your voice recorder to the floor and you placed your hands over his to feel his long, slender fingers, his protruding veins... vampire or doctor, human, your body was uncontrollably begging for Christopher Bahng.

Finally, he kissed you, his masculine, cold nose touching your face to join your lips deeply and passionately with a hunger that never seemed to cease. It felt so good to be kissed and taken by a man, between his big hands that one of them went down to your neck causing you to shiver every time he had contact with your skin, but for Chris who has lived in coldness for an exaggerated amount of time, having you close and touching you was like discovering warmth for the first time. His lips were soft and plump and his movements delicate but passionate. So far arousal for him had been so normal, an idea that occasionally crossed his mind and he would seek some sex to distract himself and he enjoyed it and liked to do it... but right now with you, it was different, it was a colossal desire to have you, and his desperate touches reflected it.

He lowered his hands to your waist and slowly drew you into his body, until he was carrying you lightly with ease and placing you on his lap. You felt him, felt the firmness of his crotch press exquisitely against your cunt. Chris stroked down your body, stroked your hair in desperate acts as he longed to feel your bare skin, and kept playing with his mouth, lips, and tongue on you until you were breathless and just as you were about to part from him slowly, he found a way to bite down hard on your lower lip, making you moan softly and causing you to slightly expel blood from it; Chris smiled and licked your lip, playfully tasting your blood, as it wasn’t exactly from that source that he could fully satisfy himself.

You both looked at each other expectantly with ragged breaths; Chris acted desperate and took off your sweater, admiring your silhouette to take off your bra, you felt the cold of the room on your body making your nipples hard, you were nervous and stunned at the speed in which things were happening but you let yourself go again as you felt his big hands squeeze and caress your breasts while his fleshy lips went to your neck, kissing it and leaving hickeys that made you moan in pleasure, your center was so needy, throbbing desperately like your heart, it was adrenaline with excitement, it was such an addictive feeling so you began to move gently over his erection, making you both hotter and getting Chris’ rough, sexy short moans on your skin in response.

Chris kept caressing your breasts and squeezed your nipples, adapting to every sensation of his skin against yours, guarding in detail every sound you made and the action of your body every time he touched you. This time he was putting all his will into not letting his bestial side win, but he inhaled the scent of your neck and watched your skin tingle... he wanted to taste you, to drink you, and the idea made his hard erection throb, he had never felt sexual pleasure from biting someone, the action itself conveyed the sensation of intense orgasms together without the need for his genitals to react but right now he was being a mess, he had no control of his body, his cock was alive, hard and present for every inch of you... and the curiosity for your taste was driving him to madness.

“Baby girl I want to taste you... I want you to make me feel so full” he whispered, still torn whether to do it or not.

You stopped moving, and every hair on your skin bristled, you knew exactly what it meant, you leaned back on his shoulders and his hands caressed your waist and back, suddenly you felt the sharp edge of his fangs caress your skin. Slight fear and uneasiness came over your body, and your heart skipped a beat... if you let him do it, where would he do it? To what part of your skin does he get to pierce his fangs? Does it get into a vein? You can bleed to death...? And if it’s something he does, seduce young people and then drink their blood? Will you die tonight?

“Your pretty mind is full of questions...” he said again, his voice full of lust as he tightened his grip on your waist, “You’re a nurse, you shouldn’t be afraid of a little pain and light pinching...”

You let out a gut-wrenching scream, filling Chris’ every sense, he did it, he couldn’t control it and tasted you. He knew it hurt like hell, that only a sick fucker turned on by someone else’s pain could enjoy it and that was him, right now, what he wanted so badly to evade in his younger years in such cruel times.

You dug your hands in and slapped his shoulders, struggling to get away from him, crying as you felt two stab wounds dig in and penetrate your neck beyond your muscle, you wanted him to stop, you were feeling the suction of your blood, it was a new and uncomfortable feeling; for Chris it was heaven itself, 60 seconds in paradise tasting your thick and delicious blood that he had fantasized about for so long, the one that made you so unique, that flowed into your being and carried in it secrets of who you came from. Your blood filled him completely and as soon as he tasted it he knew it was pure and virginal blood. It drove him absolutely insane. And for you, it was hell, 60 seconds of sharp, agonizing pain.

His fangs pierced deep into you, every second was eternal but you felt that no matter how hard you fought it was in vain, you began to feel weak, to stop whimpering loudly and your vision began to blur, you were terrified but weak, you didn’t want this to be your final day.

On the other hand, Chris was holding you tightly by the waist until he left marks on your skin, he couldn’t stop, he had never tasted anything like this, he was obsessed, but he couldn’t prolong your pain any longer so he stopped.

His face turned away from your neck and he stared at you. You could see his smug smile and his lips and long fangs tinged with a thick dark red, which he licked, reveling in every last drop. You reacted again, frightened, your heart wanting to burst out of your chest, you brought your hands trembling with pain and horror to your neck and the wounded area, your neck hurt but it was a tolerable pain of discomfort, you felt the area, terrified to find yourself bleeding out but there was nothing, more than a few small drops of blood that stained your fingers and the sensation of the marks of two circular bites.

“No... I’m not bleeding... why?” you said in terror, feeling uncomfortable at the sensation of his marks as you palpated them.

“You forget I’m a surgeon too and that I’ve been a doctor for almost two hundred years, I made the perfect incision for you, pretty girl” he spoke in an arrogant tone, grabbing your trembling hand with your index and middle fingers enveloped in little blood and licked them playfully.

“I loved tasting your blood, now I’ll love tasting some more.”

Chris moved your body nimbly, sitting you on the couch as he bent down slightly, looking deeply at you again making you shudder, your fear slowly lowered, your body was racing, and you didn’t know if you were alive or dead but the sensations were so real. You felt you shouldn't have gotten aroused, but you did, his big hands tugged your skirt down until it was pulled off, and he spread your legs apart and got down on his knees in front of your center covered by your wet panties and fishnet stockings.

“Let me make you feel good. Is that okay?”

His tone of voice was sensual and captivating, his hands squeezed and massaged your thighs without touching your pussy. You didn’t understand how you went from fearing for your life to being once again with a fierce sexual appetite. You bit your lip to hold back your moan. You were alive. He was a vampire and you were both suddenly looking for sex on that cold and lonely night. You held back a moan and nodded, embarrassed to respond.

Chris drew a mischievous half smile on his face, observing and admiring every detail of your confused and aroused pretty and delicate face, your cheeks red and shiny from your previously shed tears of pain and finally he finely caressed with his fingers the length of your pussy getting as a response a moan and the soft twitching of your body. He pulled off your stockings desperately almost tearing them and pulled the fabric of your panties aside to admire your glistening pussy wrapped in your arousal, he let out an incredulous chuckle, now he was the skeptic that he could finally have you, that you had him trapped and feeling like he never had in 227 years on earth that most seemed like hell to him, until he met you, make today the day he could have you and kissed your lips; and the idea that you were a sweet young virgin woman went to his head, he wanted to make you feel so good, he wanted you to enjoy yourself like never if another boy never did, he wanted to treat you like the delicate girl you were, but also his inhuman pleasure wanted to take your body and feel your insides hard.

“Look at you, you’re beautiful.”

He was mesmerized, sweetly overwhelmed, poisoned and obsessed. He never wanted to let you go. He wanted you to be his, to leave a mark on you that would remind the world that you belonged to him, that he was the lucky one who put his hands, eyes and heart on you.

Chris brought his lips close to your clit, sucking it gently, you were again weak but with pleasure at the same time full of energy, your body was restless mind anxious for everything he could do to you, you could think of nothing else but him and you now in that room surrendered to desire.

Chris began to lick you, pulling away the fabric of your panties with one hand and with the other caressing every area that his mouth could not reach to coat, you moaned, his mouth was also cool to your warm core, it was feeling so good, Chris was hard at the thought of your innocence, of the light fabric that kept him from having you completely naked, that you were just beginning to live, that a few seconds ago you were crying in pain and now you were biting your lip holding back your gasps.

He began to stimulate you, licking your vulva, entwining his tongue in your labia, caressing your clit, pulling back the fabric of your panties, and stroking you over it to play with you and moisten it further, teasing your entrance. You stirred in place, restless and excited, forgetting the pain in your neck and shyly stroking his soft, slightly wavy dark hair. You were so aroused, every inch of you wrapped in fire.

Chris finally removed your panties as he saw you flustered and aroused, enjoying every second of caressing your legs on the spot, and took your pussy again with more desperation, he stopped his slow gentle play and began to eat you roughly but his movements were nimble and pleasurable. His face was buried in your core with his long fingers touching absolutely everything about you and when you least expected it, two of his digits inserted deep inside you, fucking you in a rapid pace.

You watched him the whole time, Chris occasionally gasped into your pussy genuinely happy to taste you, he was engrossed in you, wrapped in pleasure as he heard your moans and felt your body tremble. Chris raised his arm to reach up to caress your abdomen and breasts, he wanted to miss absolutely nothing about you that night he had you. You were on the verge of collapse and he knew it, he looked up as he went back to sucking your clit, he made eye contact with you, his dark eyes watching you fade before him and play with pleasure, you gasped releasing the tension in your lower abdomen, pushing out an intense orgasm that delighted Chris more than thousands of liters of unknown people’s blood could along his vampiric trajectory. Your sweet orgasm juice was something new that he could die from if he didn’t consume it, he discovered his new antidote for eternity.

You were agitated but inside you knew this wasn’t over yet. Chris savored your orgasm and felt impatient, he knew you couldn’t wear two marks on your neck proudly... or maybe you could, with how crazy he thought it was nowadays, but he was past his craziest moment, now he wanted to do to you what any human in a situation like you both were in would do, he was going to forever attach himself to you, he was going to enjoy every second of being inside you and being the first one to do it.

“Fuck, I can take it anymore, you will be mine forever.”

You watched as Chris stood up as he licked his lips covered in your glistening liquid, and took off his shirt in one swift movement because he wanted to feel your ragged breathing on his chest and the pounding of your heart attached to it and stripped completely naked removing his remaining clothes. You didn’t know you were really expected to lose your virginity that night let alone with Dr. Bahng... who confirmed you to be a vampire. You saw his face and pale, muscular naked body without any marks or scratches with nervousness and excitement, feeling your center moisten at the sight of his large erect cock. He moved closer to you, with a lurking gaze and kissed you again, playing with your tongue and your body trembled at the sudden sensation of his cock rubbing between your vulva and being wrapped around your labia.

“Ah, fuck, I’ll make you mine now, baby girl” he gasped in exasperation.

Chris couldn’t resist the softness of your folds teasing his cock so he slowly delved into your entrance, making you whimper as he hurt you again and opened up another part of you. But you enjoyed it, this time the pain was purely pleasurable and the scene of his large, wide cock opening your entrance was so obese and graphic. Chris moaned in pleasure with your walls choking his rigid member deep inside you. You saw the slight bulge in your belly form in your lower abdomen one last time as Chris carried your weak and excited body, making you wrap your legs around his body, he grabbed your ass and began to control your body raising and lowering it to his desire as he enjoyed your insides being sweetly ravaged. You whimpered again feeling so full but sore, you hugged him, pressing your bare chest to his. Chris moved your body with ease and at his mercy, babbling and moaning absolutely lost in the sexy sensation of finally having you, sliding his cock into your newly-used entrance, feeding himself on your soft whimpers. Chris felt full again, as alive as he hadn’t been for long, overwhelming years, your fluids combining with his, sliding along his cock and falling towards the floor gracefully, being a mess of passion that cold night. Chris fantasized about filling every part of you with his cum, the risk of the frantic sex you were having was taking him to the clouds, for the first time he had his experience close to heaven.

You felt your orgasm close, you were on the edge, it felt so good you wanted to arch your back, you parted from him, restless and agitated, throwing your head back enjoying the sweet pace it was to have him deep in you tickling and pounding deep inside you. Chris raised his eyebrows, ecstatic seeing your borderline expression, closing your eyes and throwing your head back panting softly, he stroked your neck at first, running his thumbs over the fang marks on your neck, thinking that lust had won in your body, with the amount he sucked you must have felt dizzy and passed out... but there you were bouncing on his cock, about to have your second orgasm and without thinking about it, again something took over him, to have absolute control of everything about you, to have you on the edge of absolutely every single thing you did, Chris grabbed your neck hard, causing you a sharp pain as he pressed tightly on your still sensitive injured area and started to cut off your breath, choking you and still moving your body with ease on his cock. You looked at him, his expression was soft, his eyes dark, but his actions were brutal, abusing your entrance, cutting off your breath and hurting you more where he had previously done so... the pain was grinding in your neck, which made you let out a tear, the pain in your sensitive pussy burned and throbbed, but you couldn’t help but continue to experience an irremediable pleasure, your pumping system seeking release, fighting against what to control first, you whimpered, his grip on your neck growing tighter and tighter, you pinned back into his strong shoulders, whimpered chokingly, finally collapsing in an orgasm that weakened every one of your limbs. And in the midst of your orgasm Chris cum inside you, fantasizing about the idea that you might be the sweet, tender woman who could carry on the Bahng name after so many years.

He let go of your neck gradually, letting you take a breath of air. Chris pulled out of you, leaving you surrendered with the warm sensation of his cum sliding down your entrance. You wanted to cry from the stabbing pain in your body but you were so tired to do so, you were so shaken, worried about the speed of your heartbeat, but you fell back into his strong arms, leaned your cheek on his shoulder and could only whisper:

“Chris I’m tired.”

Your eyelids began to grow heavy, you were feeling sedated and without control of your limbs.

“Oh my sweet girl, of course you are, I drank a good amount of your blood and you continued to have sex” he spoke in an obvious tone, causing him tenderness at your state.

Chris put his forearm behind your knees, carrying you as your legs felt numb. It was a different feeling, you couldn’t quite rationalize and wanted to fall into a deep sleep. He led you to his room, cold like the rest of the house and your vision began to spin. Chris laid you gently on his bed and you caught a glimpse of his window, illuminated by the night and in front of it the silhouette of a slim blond man... you were slowly falling and before falling into an uncontrollable sleep your mind managed to think of that name Chris mentioned, Felix. Chris read your tired mind for one last time before you closed your eyes to sleep.

He opened his eyes, frightened, there was nothing in the world that scared him more than the demonic presence of that blond boy. His distinctive voice echoed throughout the room and Chris saw his slender silhouette emerge from the darkness of the window.

“Christopher Bahng, my long-time friend. I see you finally got some other lady to have fun with... sharing all your little secrets, but did you miss me?”

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[wardensantoineandevka]

Luke Plunkett at Aftermath is doing some interesting reporting right now with a short article "The Last Thing Video Games Needs Are More Dog Whistles" on how there's instances of major outlets framing the situation at Bioware and EA in ways that appear to subtly frame the layoffs and decline of the studio as the specific result of increased "wokeness" in Dragon Age, namely in Taash existing, which in turn attracts and riles up "the chuds" who buy into the anti-DEI movements sweeping gaming space.

His article is in addition to an observation on Bluesky that business types on LinkedIn are already sanitizing bad faith criticism by the reactionary gamers using speak like "the broader cultural shift" and descending on Veilguard as the latest in a string of other game failures as a result of DEI policies—which Plunkett further points out that these games HAD issues that contributed to any failures. But, those real issues aren't being cited at all by these business types nor is that what is being suggested by these framings. Instead of doing any reflection on especially poor business decisions, development mismanagement, aggressive layoffs to minimize staff costs, unsustainable practices, or difficult economic climate, the problem is still signaled as these games were "too woke" and thus that is why they failed. It is pathetic and cowardly. For me, it is also unsettling.

This is all additionally on the heels of the Sweet Baby Inc. conspiracies, as that "needs right now" in the article links to (requires a subscription). Which is a further worrying context on this framing, part of a worrying trend overall in the games discourse that ignores all factors and real causes to imagine and specifically blame the specter of the culture war and churn the anti-DEI movement, and some outlets and analysts are feeding into that, either out of carelessness, cowardice, or concession. The comparison and connection to traditional journalism and broader political trends is also apt.

As someone who keeps an eye on how things are being reported and works here and there in the cultural criticism space, I agree: we don't need more dog whistles, and we gotta keep an eye out for outlets, masthead or YouTuber or otherwise, that make them.

[1eos]

mx kendra, do you have any advice for job hunting? I'm about to start looking(again), but its always so intimidating - have a lovely day!

how it feels to start job hunting in the 2020s:

but yes i have advice for you anon! last time i went job hunting i got serious enough where i was reading 'askamanager' blogs and shit like that to really make sure i wasn't wasting my effort

so kendra's advice to job hunting in the most effort effective way:

first and most importantly is to understand that job hunting rn is simply a numbers game. it's not you it's just that the society we're living in is full of shit. for every 10 job postings, 4 are fake, 1 has an internal candidate in mind already, 3 are just posting jobs to look good and the rest are legit but slow af

bc job hunting is a numbers game its easy to be discouraged if you're not receiving responses consistently as proof that you're not just throwing shit into the void so its superrr imperative to try your best to apply to legit jobs. ive found my best success using indeed as a method of jobs being brought to me and then going on the company website myself and applying. this also doubles as a way to make sure a job posting/company is real

keep a spreadsheet of applied jobs. i just googled 'job application spreadsheet template' and picked one of the first ones i saw, made a copy, and then modified it to suit my needs. keeping a spreadsheet was one of the best things i did bc it can help keep track of jobs you've found and haven't applied to/ones you have applied to/and if you're like me and had a goal of getting a state job i could pre-empt when the interview requests were gonna come in lol 😭

resumes/cover letters. whew. probably the most important part of job hunting. ai scanning or not its a good rule of thumb to have skills mentioned in the job description to match the job posting. what i did was dedicate a folder in my google drive to job stuff and made a folder for each kind of jobs i was interested in. from there i would find a job i wanted to apply to and tailor an old resume to have a bunch of the shit mentioned in the posting on the new resume. i'd save it in the appropriate folder with the date i edited it. if you haven't been in the habit of tailoring your resume you may be doing this a lot but eventually you'll have so many variations you won't have to do much editing if at all. and i do the same with cover letters. i have a general template for my cover letter and then tweak them for each kinds of jobs im looking for. this + ditching linkedin helped me A LOT

create an interview cheatsheet. you probably already know the job hunting sphere has a language and culture all its own. personally as someone with a touch of the 'tism it do not make sense to me so i have unknowingly not navigated interviews as well as i could have. what's helped? ask a manager. seriously. miss allison has helped me blend in as a normie soooo much 😭😭😭😭 if you have any specific questions/have any specific weaknesses just search the site but what really helped me was the list of good interview questions. oh and for the longest i could never come up with a good question to ask my interviewer but one day google recced me this article and now every time i ask 'so what would separate a good candidate from an excellent candidate in this role' and when i tell you my interviewers gag every time lollllll. i also went through 'boost your interview iq' [pdf download link here <3] and jotted down notes on how i can answer common interview questions to quickly be able to go over the night before

study the job posting before the interview btw and try to drum up at least one correlating anecdote for some of the major points of the job bc they WILL ask you that lollllllll

[ameliasoulturner]

Kickstart Your Earnings with Content Writing: A Beginner’s Friendly Roadmap

If you’ve ever wondered how ordinary people turn their words into cash, content writing might be your sweet spot. You don’t need a fancy degree or decades of experience to get started. With some guidance, dedication, and a dash of creativity, you can start earning from content writing sooner than you think. This guide walks you through each step in a friendly, down‑to‑earth way so you’ll feel confident launching your freelance writing journey.

Why Content Writing Is a Great Starting Point Content writing covers everything from blog posts and web pages to social media captions and product descriptions. Businesses of all sizes need fresh, engaging words to connect with their audience, rank higher in search engines, and boost sales. As companies continue to invest in digital marketing, demand for quality content writers stays strong. Plus, you can work from anywhere, set your own hours, and choose projects that spark your interest.

Understanding the Basics of Earning from Content Writing At its core, earning from content writing means providing value through written words. Clients pay for:

Research that saves them time

SEO‑friendly copy that boosts visibility

Clear, engaging storytelling that connects with readers

Consistent output that maintains an active online presence

Your job is to become the go‑to person who delivers those benefits reliably.

Step 1: Identify Your Niche and Strengths While generalists can find work, specializing helps you stand out. Consider topics you enjoy or know well—travel, personal finance, health and wellness, tech, lifestyle, parenting, gaming, or education. Having a niche makes it easier to showcase your expertise and justify higher rates. If you’re a fitness buff who loves writing, focus on blogs and articles in that sphere. If you have a background in software, aim for tech how‑to guides.

Step 2: Build a Portfolio That Shows Your Skills Clients want proof you can write well. Even if you haven’t been paid yet, you can create sample pieces:

Start a personal blog or Medium page and publish 3 to 5 high‑quality articles in your niche.

Guest post on small blogs that accept submissions.

Rewrite or summarize existing news stories in your voice (clearly marked as samples).

Draft mock project pieces for imaginary clients—product descriptions, newsletters, or landing pages.

Organize these in a simple online portfolio. You can use free tools like Google Sites, Wix, or WordPress. Make sure each sample highlights your SEO skills by including relevant keywords naturally in titles and subheadings.

Step 3: Optimize Your Online Profiles for Visibility Next, set up profiles on freelance platforms and job boards. Popular destinations include Upwork, Fiverr, Freelancer, ProBlogger, Contena, and LinkedIn. When crafting your profile:

Write an engaging headline that includes “content writer” or “freelance writer.”

Summarize your background, niche focus, and any standout achievements.

List your portfolio samples or link directly to your site.

Add relevant skills: SEO, WordPress, SEMrush, Mailchimp, social media management, etc.

Request testimonials from friends or colleagues who can vouch for your work ethic or writing ability.

A well‑optimized profile boosts your chances of appearing in client searches and winning invitations.

Step 4: Find Your First Paid Gigs Landing that first paid project often takes persistence. Strategies that work:

Pitch directly to small businesses or local startups. Send personalized emails offering a free trial article or website audit.

Apply to relevant listings daily on freelance boards. Tailor each proposal to the client’s needs—mention specifics from their job post.

Explore niche‑specific boards like BloggingPro or JournalismJobs for targeted opportunities.

Network on LinkedIn by sharing helpful writing tips, engaging with posts in your niche, and connecting with marketing professionals.

Early on, you might accept lower‑priced gigs to build credibility, but avoid underpricing yourself. Aim for a rate you can increase once you’ve racked up 5 to 10 positive reviews.

Step 5: Master SEO and Content Strategy SEO savvy writers command better fees. Search Engine Optimization involves understanding how keywords, user intent, and readability affect rankings. To shine:

Use free keyword research tools like Google Keyword Planner or Ubersuggest to identify target phrases.

Incorporate primary keywords in titles, opening paragraphs, subheadings, and naturally throughout the text.

Keep sentences concise, break up text with subheadings, and add bullet lists or numbered steps for scannability.

Learn basic on‑page SEO: meta descriptions, internal linking, image alt text, and proper URL structure.

Businesses pay for measurable results. If your copy ranks higher and drives traffic, you become more valuable.

Step 6: Set Competitive Rates and Payment Terms Knowing how much to charge can feel tricky. Common approaches include:

Per‑word rate: New freelance writers often start at five to ten cents per word, moving up to twenty cents or more with experience.

Per‑hour rate: Beginners might charge twenty to thirty dollars per hour, progressing to fifty and beyond as skills sharpen.

Per‑project fee: Flat rates for complete blog posts or web pages, factoring in research, revisions, and strategy.

Always agree on payment milestones. A 50/50 split works—half up front, half on completion. Use contracts to outline deliverables, deadlines, and revision policies. This keeps both sides on the same page.

Step 7: Deliver Quality and Build Long‑Term Relationships Repeat clients are freelancing gold. To keep clients coming back:

Meet deadlines without reminders.

Communicate clearly—let them know if you hit a roadblock and propose solutions.

Offer a revision round to refine the piece to their liking.

Suggest topic ideas for future posts based on emerging trends in their industry.

When clients see you consistently add value, they’ll hire you again and refer you to others.

Step 8: Leverage Tools and Continuous Learning Stay competitive by embracing helpful platforms:

Grammarly or ProWritingAid to polish grammar and tone.

Yoast or Rank Math (for WordPress) to fine‑tune on‑page SEO.

Trello or Asana for managing multiple projects smoothly.

Google Analytics basics to understand content performance.

Invest time in online courses or webinars on SEO, storytelling, and copywriting. The more you learn, the more you can charge.

Step 9: Scale Your Earnings Over Time Once you’ve established a steady stream of projects, scaling becomes the name of the game. Options include:

Raising your rates for new clients while maintaining current engagements.

Packaging content services—offer blog writing plus email newsletters or social media management as a bundle.

Outsourcing parts of the work, like research or editing, to junior writers, allowing you to focus on strategy and client relations.

Creating digital products, such as eBooks or courses on content writing, to earn passive income.

Diversifying revenue streams helps insulate your income from slow periods.

Putting It All Together Earning from content writing is an achievable goal, even if you’re starting from scratch. By identifying your niche, building an impressive portfolio, mastering SEO, and delivering top‑notch work, you’ll attract clients eager to pay for your expertise. Remember that patience and persistence pay off. Treat every project as a chance to improve your craft and delight a client. Before you know it, you’ll have a thriving freelance writing business that fits your lifestyle and fuels your creative passions.

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do you have any tips for speaking to/reaching out to recruiters? i'm looking for new grad roles and ppl keep telling me to but i don't even know where to start or find any and all the articles online are so intimidating

Hiya 💗

The people are right, it's one of the best ways to put yourself out there! Oh, this is going to be a long one~!

I'll share tips from my own experience, this might help you, this might because I did it any other way but this:

I applied to a bunch of jobs: like for 5 days straight I was just apply just for the sake of it. The more jobs, the more recruiters have my CV/Resume in their database. I recommend LinkedIn the most as it's super easy to drop a message to the recruiter.

Applied to jobs that I had 50%+ chance of getting a call to: Obviously this means apply to jobs where you have the skills and the experience (work or in building projects etc). I say this because say they do call you but they ask you if you have this certain tech stack and you say no... end of call really. So, for me, I had like 2 or 3 things they were asking for in a candidate so I got through to the calling stage!

LinkedIn is actually your friend, don't be afraid: During my random job searching and whilst I was in my job, I had recruiters message me about job opportunities. Why? Because of my profile. You need to have your LinkedIn vamped up, check mine out for reference (click the LinkedIn icon). But make sure to have your skills e.g. About > Top skills, your work experience (paid or volunteer) and any certificates you have! If you're brave, not like me, start posting on there for a while.

LinkedIn again but Connections: Oh my days please follow people, even if you don't know them personally. I have 300+ connections (not to brag) but I only know like two handful of the people, the rest are of people who connect with people who I follow, I have met like 5 recruiters through this way.

Actually message the recruiters???: Okay so you followed the people, your CV/Resume is done and dusted and now you're ready to message those recruiters! In my case, I had more recruiters message me than the other way round only because I'm shy hehe so I wait for them to make the first move. They would probably send a whole message about the new job that have posted and see if you're interested and then, if you like the job, you can say "Yes please" or whatever is the appropriate reply is, and then they will send further information or arrange a phone call! If you want to message them first, I would find them more after applying for a job on LinkedIn, they usually add the recruiter in the job posting as a way for people to message them.

DO NOT FEEL AFRAID IN MESSAGING RECRUITERS: I say this because a) imagine 100 people apply for the job, only 5 would message the recruiter (I don't know if the stats are right, I just remembered that from bootcamp-) because everyone else is too afraid to do it! Missed opportunity! b) recruiters actually want people to message them. Now in terms of what to write to them? I don't know really. I would always go for the classic "don't repeat what's on your resume", they're going to read it anyways, so just talk a bit about your experience and skills A BIT like

"Hello/Hi, my name is [name]. I hope this message finds you well. I wanted to express my strong interest in the [Job Title] position at [Company Name], for which I recently submitted my application. I'm enthusiastic about the opportunity to join [Company Name] and contribute to [mention something specific you find appealing about the company or role, if possible]. I believe my skills and experience align well with the requirements of the position. Thank you for considering my application, and I look forward to the possibility of discussing my qualifications in more detail. Best regards, [name]

No hire, don't be sad: Even if they don't hire you, or go through the next stages, keep in touch by even asking questions about what's on the market/what's new, how you could do better for other jobs you want to apply to that were similar to the ones you failed at. They could point you to the right direction! One recruiter said she wanted me to have more projects I was passionate about online like on GitHub or GitLab, even if they were "silly" projects - at the time, I didn't have much projects online so it made sense! See, I took that advice and now I'm a project making machine (a bit)! Advice they give sticks forever!

Remember, reaching out to recruiters and applying for jobs is a numbers game. The more applications you submit, the better your chances of landing interviews. I really hope this helps and I didn't make too many spelling mistakes! This is all of the things I could note down from the top of my head!

I've made other posts on on my coding blog about career advices:

🌐 Tips for Landing Your First Entry-Level Developer Job

🌐 Career Services For Web Dev (could be useful to you too!)

🌐 The Talent Cloud Community: Careers Workshop

Good luck with your job search!

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Azure Data Factory Components

Azure Data Factory Components are as below:

Pipelines: The Workflow Container

A Pipeline in Azure Data Factory is a container that holds a set of activities meant to perform a specific task. Think of it as the blueprint for your data movement or transformation logic. Pipelines allow you to define the order of execution, configure dependencies, and reuse logic with parameters. Whether you’re ingesting raw files from a data lake, transforming them using Mapping Data Flows, or loading them into an Azure SQL Database or Synapse, the pipeline coordinates all the steps. As one of the key Azure Data Factory components, the pipeline provides centralized management and monitoring of the entire workflow.

Activities: The Operational Units

Activities are the actual tasks executed within a pipeline. Each activity performs a discrete function like copying data, transforming it, running stored procedures, or triggering notebooks in Databricks. Among the Azure Data Factory components, activities provide the processing logic. They come in multiple types:

Data Movement Activities – Copy Activity

Data Transformation Activities – Mapping Data Flow

Control Activities – If Condition, ForEach

External Activities – HDInsight, Azure ML, Databricks

This modular design allows engineers to handle everything from batch jobs to event-driven ETL pipelines efficiently.

Triggers: Automating Pipeline Execution

Triggers are another core part of the Azure Data Factory components. They define when a pipeline should execute. Triggers enable automation by launching pipelines based on time schedules, events, or manual inputs.

Types of triggers include:

Schedule Trigger – Executes at fixed times

Event-based Trigger – Responds to changes in data, such as a file drop

Manual Trigger – Initiated on-demand through the portal or API

Triggers remove the need for external schedulers and make ADF workflows truly serverless and dynamic.

How These Components Work Together

The synergy between pipelines, activities, and triggers defines the power of ADF. Triggers initiate pipelines, which in turn execute a sequence of activities. This trio of Azure Data Factory components provides a flexible, reusable, and fully managed framework to build complex data workflows across multiple data sources, destinations, and formats.

Conclusion

To summarize, Pipelines, Activities & Triggers are foundational Azure Data Factory components. Together, they form a powerful data orchestration engine that supports modern cloud-based data engineering. Mastering these elements enables engineers to build scalable, fault-tolerant, and automated data solutions. Whether you’re managing daily ingestion processes or building real-time data platforms, a solid understanding of these components is key to unlocking the full potential of Azure Data Factory.

At Learnomate Technologies, we don’t just teach tools, we train you with real-world, hands-on knowledge that sticks. Our Azure Data Engineering training program is designed to help you crack job interviews, build solid projects, and grow confidently in your cloud career.

Want to see how we teach? Hop over to our YouTube channel for bite-sized tutorials, student success stories, and technical deep-dives explained in simple English.

Ready to get certified and hired? Check out our Azure Data Engineering course page for full curriculum details, placement assistance, and batch schedules.

Curious about who’s behind the scenes? I’m Ankush Thavali, founder of Learnomate and your trainer for all things cloud and data. Let’s connect on LinkedIn—I regularly share practical insights, job alerts, and learning tips to keep you ahead of the curve.

And hey, if this article got your curiosity going…

Thanks for reading. Now it’s time to turn this knowledge into action. Happy learning and see you in class or in the next blog!

Happy Vibes!

ANKUSH

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Social Media Outreach: How to Build Relationships and Grow Your Brand Organically

In today’s digital-first world, where connections can spark viral trends and influence millions in minutes, social media outreach has emerged as a critical pillar in any successful online strategy. Whether you’re a startup, a growing brand, or an established enterprise, mastering social media outreach allows you to create authentic relationships, attract targeted audiences, and convert engagement into lasting brand loyalty.

This guide unpacks the techniques, strategies, and mindset needed to execute high-impact social media outreach. By the end of this article, you’ll understand how to build valuable connections, scale your online presence, and use social media outreach to drive measurable business growth.

What is Social Media Outreach?

Social media outreach is the process of using social media platforms to initiate and build relationships with individuals or organizations that can help promote your brand, share your message, or collaborate on marketing initiatives. It involves reaching out to influencers, bloggers, industry experts, journalists, or even engaged followers to foster partnerships that benefit both parties.

Unlike traditional advertising, outreach isn’t transactional—it’s relational. Done correctly, it’s one of the most cost-effective methods to boost your brand’s visibility, gain followers, and drive conversions.

The Foundations of an Effective Social Media Outreach Strategy

To be effective, social media outreach should align with your brand’s values and speak directly to your audience’s interests. Before reaching out to anyone, a solid foundation must be in place:

Define Your Outreach Goals: Are you trying to promote a product, drive traffic, increase your followers, or generate leads?

Know Your Target Audience: Understanding who you’re trying to reach and which platforms they use will guide your messaging and outreach tactics.

Optimize Your Social Profiles: Your brand’s first impression matters. Make sure your social profiles are fully optimized with a clear bio, contact information, brand visuals, and consistent messaging.

With the basics set, it’s time to build a scalable and personalized social media outreach plan.

Choosing the Right Platforms for Social Media Outreach

Not all social media channels serve the same purpose. Your outreach strategy should be tailored to the platform and the type of engagement it fosters.

LinkedIn: Ideal for B2B outreach and professional collaborations.

Instagram: Great for visual storytelling and influencer engagement.

Twitter (X): Perfect for real-time conversations, journalists, and tech influencers.

Facebook: Useful for community engagement and niche groups.

TikTok and YouTube: Excellent for creator collaborations and viral content campaigns.

Selecting the right channel will drastically increase your outreach success rate, helping you connect with the right audience in the right context.

Crafting Personalized and Value-Driven Outreach Messages

Mass messages don’t work anymore. To stand out in someone’s inbox or DMs, personalization is key. A good social media outreach message should:

Start with their name and reference something specific about their content.

Explain why you’re reaching out and how it aligns with their interests.

Offer value, whether it’s a collaboration, cross-promotion, free product, or content idea.

Close with a clear but respectful call-to-action.

Keep your tone conversational, professional, and honest. Your goal is to start a relationship, not just get a quick win.

Building Relationships Through Authentic Engagement

Social media outreach doesn’t begin with a DM—it starts with interaction. Engage with your target accounts before initiating contact. Like their posts, comment thoughtfully, share their content, and tag them where appropriate. When you finally message them, you’ll already be a familiar name.

The most successful outreach campaigns are those that treat people like people—not as numbers or marketing assets. Prioritize genuine interactions over automation, and the results will follow.

Leveraging Tools to Streamline Social Media Outreach

While personalization should never be sacrificed, certain tools can help you manage and track your outreach efforts at scale:

BuzzSumo – To discover top influencers in your niche.

NinjaOutreach – For influencer outreach and relationship tracking.

Hootsuite & Sprout Social – For scheduling and managing ongoing communication.

Hunter.io or Skrapp – For finding email addresses when outreach moves off-platform.

Tracking who you’ve contacted, when, and how they responded ensures your outreach process remains organized and effective.

Measuring the ROI of Your Social Media Outreach

Success in social media outreach isn't measured solely by likes or shares. Focus on tangible outcomes that align with your goals:

Increase in brand mentions

Growth in followers or engagement rates

Website traffic from social links

Backlinks from influencers or journalists

Conversions attributed to outreach campaigns

Use UTM parameters in your links and analytics dashboards to tie outreach efforts directly to business outcomes.

Common Mistakes to Avoid in Social Media Outreach

Many brands fail at outreach due to a few key errors:

Being too promotional too quickly

Using copy-paste messages

Ignoring follow-ups

Contacting the wrong type of influencer or brand

Not tracking outreach metrics

Avoiding these pitfalls will not only increase your success rate but also protect your brand’s online reputation.

Social Media Outreach in 2025: Trends and Innovations

As platforms evolve, so does outreach. In 2025, expect:

AI-powered influencer matchmaking to become more accurate and accessible.

Short-form video outreach, especially on TikTok and Instagram Reels, to dominate.

Voice-based social interactions through features like Twitter Spaces or LinkedIn Audio Events.

Creator economy integrations, allowing seamless collaborations and sponsored content.

Staying ahead of these trends will give your brand a competitive edge in an increasingly saturated digital landscape.

Conclusion: 

Social media outreach is more than just a tactic—it’s a long-term strategy that builds trust, visibility, and credibility. By engaging with your audience, collaborating with the right people, and staying consistent in your approach, you’ll unlock massive growth potential for your brand.

If you’re not already investing in social media outreach, now is the time. The brands that win in today’s attention economy are those that value relationships over reach and authenticity over automation.

FAQ: 

What is social media outreach? Social media outreach is the process of connecting with influencers, industry experts, or potential customers on social platforms to build relationships and promote your brand or content.

Which platforms are best for social media outreach? LinkedIn, Instagram, Twitter, and Facebook are commonly used platforms, but the best one depends on your target audience and outreach goals.

How do I write an outreach message? Keep it short, personalized, and value-driven. Reference their content, explain your purpose, and offer a collaboration or benefit.

How long does it take to see results? Results vary, but consistent outreach over a few weeks can lead to increased engagement, traffic, and brand awareness.

Can small businesses benefit from social media outreach? Absolutely. Outreach levels the playing field by allowing small brands to build powerful relationships and tap into established audiences.

Is social media outreach the same as influencer marketing? They’re related but not the same. Outreach is about relationship-building, while influencer marketing usually involves paid promotions.

How often should I follow up after sending an outreach message? Wait 5–7 days before following up. A maximum of 2 polite follow-ups is considered professional.

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tuesday again 1/23/2024

listen i got my last job through one of youse on here so weirder things have happened: i got fired bc the nonprofit wasn’t doing so hot. let me know if you have a weird data/database or market/tech research job. i promise my worksona is so so so nice and pleasant to work with. remote only, looking more in the $75k range but can be a bit flexible if it’s a cool enough job, i am in the central time zone of the USA and will not need sponsorship anywhere but DO need the cadillac of healthcare and dental plans. portfolio, publication list, and linkedin with my government name available on request!

listening

both of these are from my sister! this is another FULL ALBUM rec (good lord). The Offline’s album La couleur de la mer is a soundtrack to a movie that doesn’t exist, inspired by his long walks in the fog on the French Atlantic coast. a little spacey, a little soul, very sixties/seventies neonoir. i am quite fond of the very first track, Thème de la couleur de la mer.

she’s also sent me a bunch of tiktoks with Perfect (Exceeder) by Mason and Princess Superstar. hell of a goddamn music video for this thing. mid-aughts clubbing music at its finest. stopped me from dissolving into a puddle of emotions on the way to and from the vet today bc it’s too goddamn bouncy to be sad around

reading

im reading a trilogy i want to discuss as a whole whenever the third one comes through as a library hold, and a book by a friend. i do not typically talk about books or fics by friends here bc none of them have ever asked for critique, and i dont want to play favorites or inadvertently miss someone’s work. so here’s a story about porn on Wikimedia, which is the kind of database drama and technical arguments that fascinate me.

given the number of articles from 404 Media i shout about here and elsewhere i really should sign up for their $5/mo subscription tier when i have a steady income again

watching

somehow missed Star Wars Visions 2, their second anthology of weird little shorts. i was not super impressed by the overall storytelling this time around, but it was fun to see them reach out to more global studios and see a wider range of styles. there’s some goddamn incredible stop motion in here.

i particularly enjoyed Journey to the Dark Head, which not only has some interesting fringe Force believers and beliefs but has one of the sickest anime bullshit lightsaber fights in this season. this one is by Studio Mir, most known for the Legend of Korra.

also really liked The Spy Dancer by Studio La Cachette, partly bc it’s incredibly beautiful and i like when Star Wars leans into art nouveau, and partly bc it felt the most like a complete short story. emotional arc and everything! strong beginning middle and end! this IS a really low bar, but a lot of the shorts this season did not have a coherent little story to tell or a strong emotional arc, or fumbled their arc partway through, and were just kind of vibes and animation showcases? nothing necessarily wrong with that, also how i felt about most of the last collection. my expectations are underground for any Star Wars media.

playing

as is tradition i dithered about this section the most. this is more of a What’s Next? planning ramble.

the laptop gets shipped back to my old job today so i will no longer have a working modern computer. i have to dig the switch out and see what’s up. maybe start a whole new run in breath of the wild or whatever the last pokemon game was. i think i also have the sword boyfriend game everyone was up in arms about two years ago? and i think i am somehow part of a switch family plan that lets me have some older games?

this section may look very different in the next ??? amount of time until i get a company laptop again. or finally replace the motherboard on my personal desktop but that sat in my car for several weeks during the heat wave this summer while i did not have an apartment and i am really REALLY afraid to open that box.

oh the free epic game this week is a platformer, a genre i have historically not cared about. godspeed to those of you who do

making

soup bc aldi had alphabet pasta and that jolted me out of myself for long enough i was briefly convinced making alphabet pasta soup would fix me. so i found this recipe while in aldi. despite this not being a very good soup or a very good recipe, i feel a little triumphant bc i now know enough to brown the tomato paste before putting it in the soup. unfortunately i overcooked the pasta. there’s kind of a lot of texture happening here, and i wish i had chopped things finer, but i will probably steal my best friend’s blender tomorrow and blitz some of it down.

it’s edible. im going to eat it all. it will not be going in the rotation

[fenway03]

Resource List: Problems with AI/GenAI

The following list leads to a variety of reports and resources related to challenges and harms caused by the AI hype machine. It is by no means exhaustive and was originally just meant for myself to help me keep track of things, but maybe some of you will find it useful as well.

If you have people in your circles who have fallen for the hype, or if you just want to dive deeper into some aspects of this whole mess yourself, these articles, papers, books, and podcasts can serve as good starting points. Many of them include links to additional resources, and if you follow some of these researchers/authors on social media, your feeds will soon be filled with even more insightful stuff.

For a collection of news items on “AI being shitty”, also see this “Questioning AI Resource List” compiled by Michelle Note.

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General Primers

“What is AI? Everyone thinks they know, but no one can agree. And that’s a problem.” (Will Douglas Heaven, MIT Technology Review, 2024-07-10) Deep dive into the history of AI, the origins of the terminology, the rich techbro fanatics behind the cult-like hype, the researchers/scientists calling for a saner approach, and the implications for politics and society that should concern us all. (Link to original MIT TR page with paywall | Archived version)

“The WIRED Guide to Artificial Intelligence” (Tom Simonite, WIRED, 2023-02-08) General overview and timeline of the beginnings of AI as well as a summary of the current state of AI, the controversies surrounding GenAI, and the challenges for society due to all the hype. (WIRED.com link)

“The debate over understanding in AI’s large language models” (Melanie Mitchell & David C. Krakauer, PNAS, 2022-10-12) Detailed account of the major sides currently debating whether LLMs are capable of understanding language in any humanlike sense. Includes extensive list of references with links to related papers and research. (PNAS.org link)

“AI History Timeline” (interactive chart) (AI Watch / European Commission) Visual overview of the history of AI with selected important AI breakthroughs from 1950 to the present. (AI Watch link)

Focus: Environmental Impact

“The real cost of AI is being paid in deserts far from Silicon Valley” (book extract) (Karen Hao, Rest of World, 2025-05-26) Extract from Hao’s book, Empire of AI, focusing on the devastating impact that OpenAI’s reckless ventures have on Chile's mineral reserves, its water resources, and its indigenous communities. (Rest of World link)

“AI is draining water from areas that need it most” (Leonardo Nicoletti, Michelle Ma and Dina Bass, Bloomberg Technology, 2025-05-08) Facts and figures related to the immense water consumption of data centers, roughly two thirds of which are now in places with high to extremely high levels of water stress. (Link to original Bloomberg page with paywall | Archived version | LinkedIn post by author)

“We Went to the Town Elon Musk Is Poisoning” (video) (More Perfect Union, 2025-05-30) Short documentary about how Musk’s massive xAI data center is poisoning Memphis and its predominantly Black neighborhoods by burning enough gas to power a small city, with no permits and no pollution controls. (YouTube video link)

“The Unpaid Toll: Quantifying the Public Health Impact of AI” (Yuelin Han, Zhifeng Wu et al., UC Riverside, 2024-12-09) Research paper about the potential public health burden, specifically due to the degradation of air quality caused by AI’s lifecycle operations, which are valued at up to more than $20 billion per year for US data centers in 2030 and unevenly impact economically disadvantaged communities. (Arxiv.org link)

“Power Hungry: AI and our energy future” (Mat Honan (ed.), MIT Technology Review, 2025-05) Deep dive into AI’s energy requirements and its carbon debt, with detailed math on energy usage down to the prompt level. (Link to original MIT TR page with paywall | Archived version | LinkedIn post by editor)

Focus: Exploitation of Workers and the General Public

“The Exploited Labor Behind Artificial Intelligence” (Adrienne Williams, Milagros Miceli and Timnit Gebru, Noema Magazine, 2022-10-13) Detailed account (including various references to related pieces) of how AI systems are fueled by millions of underpaid gig workers, data labelers, content moderators etc., especially in the Global South, who are performing repetitive tasks under precarious labor conditions while the tech companies that have branded themselves “AI first” are making millions on the backs of those exploited workers. (Noema Magazine link)

“How AI companies exploit data workers in Kenya” (video) (Janosch Delcker & Mariel Müller, DW, 2024-12-11) Video report about the invisible workers behind the “AI revolution” who painstakingly tag the data needed to power the artificial intelligence systems many of us use. (DW.com link)

“Where Cloud Meets Cement – A Case Study Analysis of Data Center Development” (Hanna Barakat, Chris Cameron, Alix Dunn, Prathm Juneja and Emma Prest, The Maybe, 2025-04) Investigative reporting on five planned data centers around the world that are often framed as “economic opportunities” but in reality cause much harm to local communities through strain on the electrical grid, toxic emissions, and high water/energy consumption. (The Maybe link | LinkedIn post by author)

“Artificial Power: 2025 Landscape Report” (AI Now Institute, 2025-06-03) Detailed report on the state of play in the AI market and the stakes for the public, with the primary diagnosis being that the push to integrate AI everywhere grants AI companies and tech oligarchs power that goes far beyond their deep pockets, so we need to ask not how AI is being used by us but how it is being used on us. (AI Now Institute link | LinkedIn post by authors)

Focus: Criminal Justice

“AI + criminal legal system = bad” (Josie Duffy Rice & Hannah Riley, The Jump Line, 2025-06-11) Newsletter issue that zooms in on the increasing use of AI in policing and incarceration; includes various links to further reports as well as an interview with Matthew Guariglia of the Electronic Frontier Foundation. (The Jump Line on Substack link)

“Artificial Intelligence Is Putting Innocent People at Risk of Being Incarcerated” (Alyxaundria Sanford, Innocence Project, 2024-02-14) Report about how the increased use of AI by law enforcement is yet another example for the misapplication of forensic science that disproportionately affects marginalized/Black communities and has already led to several confirmed cases of misidentification due to facial recognition software. (Innocence Project link)

“AI Generated Police Reports Raise Concerns Around Transparency, Bias” (Jay Stanley, ACLU, 2024-12-10) Quick primer on why AI-generated police reports threaten to exacerbate existing problems and create new ones in law enforcement. (ACLU.org link)

Focus: Society/Education

“Your Brain on ChatGPT: Accumulation of Cognitive Debt when Using an AI Assistant for Essay Writing Task” (Nataliya Kosmyna et al., MIT Media Lab, 2025-06-10) Study focusing on neural and behavioral consequences for people relying on LLM assistance for essay writing tasks, with the results showing that users had lower cognitive activity, struggled to accurately quote their own work, and consistently underperformed at neural, linguistic, and behavioral levels compared to the other study participants who did not rely on LLMs – thus raising concerns about the long-term educational implications of LLM reliance. (Arxiv.org link)

“AI Tools in Society: Impacts on Cognitive Offloading and the Future of Critical Thinking” (Michael Gerlich) Study investigating the relationship and significant negative correlation between frequent AI usage and critical thinking skills, with a focus on cognitive offloading as a mediating factor and highlighting the potential cognitive costs of AI tool reliance. (MDPI.com link | LinkedIn post by author)

“Don’t believe the hype. AI myths and the need for a critical approach in higher education.” (Jürgen Rudolph, Fadhil Ismail, Shannon Tan and Pauline Seah, JALT, 2025-02-18) Editorial focusing on the pervasive AI/GenAI hype in higher education and eight myths that shape current discourse, making it clear that AI is not an autonomous, intelligent entity but a mere product that depends on often exploitative labour and data extraction practices and tends to exacerbate existing inequalities. (JALT link | LinkedIn post by author)

“Teachers Are Not OK” (Jason Koebler, 404 Media, 2025-06-02) Collection of quotes and first-hand accounts of teachers related to how schools are not prepared for ChatGPT and describing the negative impact GenAI is having on teaching and the educational sector. (404 Media link)

“Time for a Pause: Without Effective Public Oversight, AI in Schools Will Do More Harm Than Good.” (Ben Williamson, Alex Molnar and Faith Boninger, NEPC, 2024-03-05) Report on the need for stronger regulation and why AI in education is a public problem because it reinforces issues like bureaucratic opacity, threatens student privacy, furthers school commercialization, worsens inequalities, erodes teacher autonomy, and drives dangerous faith in magical technosolutions. (NEPC link | LinkedIn post by author)

“Against the Commodification of Education—if harms then not AI” (Dagmar Monett & Gilbert Paquet, JODDE, 2025-05-11) Paper calling for a change in direction with regard to the unbridled integration of AI/GenAI in educational systems so we can first deal with key concerns such as preserving academic integrity, ensuring the quality of information provided by GenAI systems, respecting IP rights, and limiting the influence of tech corporations, as well as answer critical questions about the future of education, the tools’ impact on students, and the implications for the teaching profession. (JODDE link)

“They Asked an A.I. Chatbot Questions. The Answers Sent Them Spiraling.” (Kashmir Hill, The New York Times, 2025-06-13) Disturbing report on how GenAI chatbots can lead vulnerable people down conspiratorial rabbit holes and encourage distorted perceptions of reality and worse. (Link to original NYT article | Gift Article | Archived version)

“What AI thinks a beautiful woman looks like” (Nitasha Tiku & Szu Yu Chen, Washington Post, 2024-05-31) Illustrated report on the biases and stereotypes of GenAI systems that they inherited from the flawed data they were fed during their training. (Washington Post link without paywall)

Books

“The AI Con” (Emily M. Bender & Alex Hanna, 2025) Blurb: A smart, incisive look at the technologies sold as artificial intelligence, the drawbacks and pitfalls of technology sold under this banner, and why it’s crucial to recognize the many ways in which AI hype covers for a small set of power-hungry actors at work and in the world. https://thecon.ai/

“Empire of AI” (Karen Hao, 2025) Blurb: From a brilliant longtime AI insider with intimate access to the world of Sam Altman’s OpenAI from the beginning, an eye-opening account of arguably the most fateful tech arms race in history, reshaping the planet in real time, from the cockpit of the company that is driving the frenzy. https://karendhao.com/

“Data Grab: The New Colonialism of Big Tech and How to Fight Back” (Ulises A. Mejias & Nick Couldry, 2024) Blurb: A compelling argument that the extractive practices of today’s tech giants are the continuation of colonialism—and a crucial guide to collective resistance. https://press.uchicago.edu/ucp/books/book/chicago/D/bo216184200.html

“Feeding the Machine: The Hidden Human Labour Powering AI” (James Muldoon, Mark Graham and Callum Cant, 2024) Blurb: A myth-dissolving exposé of how artificial intelligence exploits human labor, and a resounding argument for a more equitable digital future. https://www.bloomsbury.com/us/feeding-the-machine-9781639734979/

Newsletters/Podcasts

“Tech Won’t Save Us” About: Weekly conversations with experts to dissect the tech industry and the powerful people at its helm with the goal to provide insights that will shine a different light on the industry, make us reconsider our relationship to technology, and question the narratives we’ve been fed about it for decades. https://techwontsave.us/about

“Mystery AI Hype Theater 3000: The Newsletter” About: AI has too much hype. In this companion newsletter, linguist Prof. Emily M. Bender and sociologist Dr. Alex Hanna break down the AI hype, separate fact from fiction, and science from bloviation. They talk about everything "AI", from machine consciousness to science fiction, to political economy to art made by machines. https://buttondown.com/maiht3k/archive/

“Charting Gen AI” About: Key developments in GenAI and the impacts these are having on human-made media, as well as the ethics and behaviour of the AIs and calls for regulatory intervention to protect the rights of artists, performers, and creators. https://grahamlovelace.substack.com

“Where's Your Ed At” / “Better Offline” Newsletter and podcast by Ed Zitron, focusing on current developments related to AI/GenAI, the rot economy built by Big Tech, and the worrisome future that tech’s elite wants to build. https://www.wheresyoured.at / https://linktr.ee/betteroffline

Last update: 2025-06-20

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SEO for Lawyers LinkedIn: How Legal Professionals Can Dominate Online

In today’s digital-first world, lawyers who want to grow their practice can no longer rely solely on traditional referrals or offline networking. A powerful online presence is crucial — and LinkedIn, the premier professional networking platform, offers an incredible opportunity for legal professionals to connect, build authority, and attract clients. But simply having a LinkedIn profile isn’t enough. To truly stand out, lawyers need to leverage SEO for lawyers LinkedInstrategies that maximize visibility and engagement on the platform and beyond.

In this article, we’ll explore how lawyers can harness SEO techniques specifically tailored for LinkedIn to grow their professional network, increase leads, and establish themselves as thought leaders in their field.

Why LinkedIn Matters for Lawyers

LinkedIn is more than just a digital resume or a job search tool. It’s a dynamic ecosystem where lawyers can showcase their expertise, publish insightful content, engage with peers, and reach potential clients or referral sources. According to LinkedIn statistics, over 875 million professionals use the platform worldwide — including many decision-makers who may need legal services.

For lawyers, LinkedIn offers a unique combination of professional credibility and marketing potential. When someone searches for legal expertise online, having a well-optimized LinkedIn profile can appear in both Google search results and LinkedIn’s internal search, enhancing your chances of being discovered by the right people.

That’s where SEO for lawyers LinkedIn becomes critical.

Understanding SEO for Lawyers LinkedIn

SEO (Search Engine Optimization) isn’t just for websites — it applies equally to LinkedIn profiles. The goal is to optimize your profile and content so they rank highly in searches both on LinkedIn and in external search engines like Google.

When someone types keywords like “family lawyer New York” or “corporate attorney California” on LinkedIn’s search bar, or even in Google, you want your profile or posts to appear near the top. This increased visibility can translate into more profile views, connection requests, and ultimately new clients or collaborations.

Key SEO Strategies for Lawyers on LinkedIn

1. Optimize Your LinkedIn Profile with Keywords

Your LinkedIn profile is your digital storefront. To maximize SEO:

Use relevant keywords: Include practice area keywords and location-based terms in your headline, summary, experience, and skills sections. For example, “Personal Injury Lawyer in Dallas” or “Intellectual Property Attorney San Francisco.”

Craft a compelling headline: Your headline is one of the most weighted SEO elements on LinkedIn. Instead of just your job title, use a combination of your role, expertise, and keywords.

Write a keyword-rich summary: Tell your story while naturally incorporating target keywords to improve search ranking.

List skills strategically: Add skills related to your practice areas to increase your chances of showing up in LinkedIn searches.

2. Publish SEO-Friendly Content Regularly

LinkedIn’s algorithm rewards active profiles that provide valuable content. To boost your SEO presence:

Share blog posts, articles, and updates relevant to your legal niche.

Use keywords in your post titles and descriptions.

Engage with comments to increase post visibility.

Include relevant hashtags like #LegalAdvice, #LawyerLife, or more specific tags related to your field.

Publishing content regularly not only positions you as a thought leader but also improves your keyword footprint on LinkedIn.

3. Build a Network with Strategic Connections

SEO on LinkedIn is partly about how connected and active you are:

Connect with potential clients, referral partners, colleagues, and influencers in your field.

Join and participate in LinkedIn Groups related to law or your specialty.

Engage with others’ posts to boost your profile visibility.

The broader and more relevant your network, the higher your profile is likely to rank in search results.

4. Utilize LinkedIn Features to Your Advantage

Recommendations and endorsements: These social proofs enhance your credibility and improve SEO by reinforcing keywords related to your expertise.

Custom LinkedIn URL: Customize your profile URL to include your name and keywords, e.g., linkedin.com/in/janedoe-personalinjurylawyer.

Multimedia content: Add videos, presentations, and PDFs showcasing your expertise — this boosts engagement and makes your profile more attractive to visitors.

5. Leverage External SEO Benefits

LinkedIn profiles often rank high in Google search results. To capitalize on this:

Include links to your LinkedIn profile on your website, email signature, and other marketing materials.

Publish articles on LinkedIn’s native blogging platform using keywords.

Encourage clients and peers to link to your profile from their websites or blogs.

This external link-building strengthens your LinkedIn profile’s authority and visibility.

Common Mistakes Lawyers Make on LinkedIn SEO

To make the most of SEO for lawyers LinkedIn, avoid these pitfalls:

Ignoring keywords: Many lawyers don’t tailor their profiles with relevant search terms.

Incomplete profiles: Missing details, no profile photo, or lack of recommendations hurts credibility and search rankings.

Being inactive: A dormant profile will rarely surface in searches or attract attention.

Overly salesy content: Focus on educating and providing value, not just selling your services.

Measuring Your LinkedIn SEO Success

Use LinkedIn’s analytics tools to track:

Profile views and search appearances

Engagement on posts and articles

Growth in connections and followers

Adjust your SEO strategy based on what content and keywords perform best.

Final Thoughts: SEO for Lawyers LinkedIn Is a Game Changer

If you’re a lawyer looking to elevate your professional brand and attract new clients, mastering SEO for lawyers LinkedIn should be part of your digital marketing strategy. By optimizing your profile with targeted keywords, actively sharing content, and building meaningful connections, you can unlock LinkedIn’s full potential.

Remember, SEO is a long-term game — consistency and authenticity are key. Start today, and watch your legal practice grow organically through the power of LinkedIn.

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PR Agency Review: Are You Keeping Up with Industry Trends?

Your business depends on clear communication. A strong public relations strategy builds trust and shapes perception. But is your agency delivering? A recent pr agency review reveals shifts in the industry. Some agencies lead, while others lag. This article explores current PR trends, spotlighting whether your agency matches the pace. Key players like BCW PR Agency and Edelman PR offer insights into what works.

Why a PR Agency Review Matters

A pr agency review helps you assess your agency’s performance. The PR industry moves fast. Clients demand measurable results, not just press releases. Agencies must adapt to new tools, platforms, and expectations. If your agency sticks to outdated methods, you risk falling behind.

Here’s why you should care:

Data-driven campaigns: Clients want proof of impact. Agencies must use analytics to show ROI.

Digital integration: Social media and online platforms dominate. Your agency needs expertise in these spaces.

Crisis readiness: Fast response times during crises protect your brand. Is your agency prepared?

Stakeholder engagement: Building relationships with diverse audiences matters more than ever.

A thorough pr agency review ensures your agency aligns with these priorities. Let’s dive into the trends shaping the industry.

Trend 1: Data-Driven PR Strategies

Numbers tell a story. Clients now expect agencies to back claims with data. BCW PR Agency excels here, using advanced analytics to track campaign performance. Their approach ties PR efforts to business outcomes, like increased sales or web traffic. You should ask your agency for similar metrics. Do they provide clear reports? Can they show how their work drives results?

For example, a tech firm hired BCW PR Agency to boost brand awareness. The agency used data to target specific demographics, resulting in a 20% increase in media mentions within three months. Your agency should offer this level of precision. If they don’t, it’s time to question their methods.

Trend 2: Digital and Social Media Mastery

Online platforms shape public opinion. A strong digital presence is non-negotiable. Edelman PR stands out by blending traditional PR with social media strategies. They create campaigns that resonate across platforms like X, LinkedIn, and Instagram. Their work for a consumer brand last year generated 50,000 social shares in a single campaign.

Your agency must prioritize digital channels. Ask yourself: Do they understand your audience’s online habits? Do they create content that sparks engagement? If your agency ignores social media or treats it as an afterthought, they’re missing the mark. A pr agency review should confirm their digital expertise.

Trend 3: Crisis Communication in Real Time

Crises strike without warning. Your agency must act fast to protect your reputation. Top agencies prepare crisis plans in advance, ensuring quick, coordinated responses. Edelman PR helped a retail client navigate a product recall last year. Their team issued statements within hours, limiting negative coverage.

Does your agency have a crisis playbook? Test their readiness. Ask for a sample plan or review their past work. A pr agency review should reveal whether they can handle high-pressure situations. If they can’t, your brand could suffer.

Trend 4: Engaging Diverse Stakeholders

Your audience isn’t one-dimensional. Employees, customers, investors, and communities all matter. Agencies must craft messages that resonate with each group. BCW PR Agency shines in stakeholder engagement, creating tailored campaigns for different audiences. For a healthcare client, they developed employee-focused content that boosted morale during a merger.

Check if your agency segments audiences effectively. Do they understand the needs of your stakeholders? A pr agency review should confirm their ability to connect with varied groups. Weakness here means missed opportunities.

How to Conduct Your PR Agency Review

You don’t need a consultant to evaluate your agency. A focused pr agency review starts with clear steps. Here’s how to do it:

Set benchmarks: Define what success looks like. Is it media coverage, social engagement, or crisis recovery?

Request data: Ask for reports showing campaign results. Look for hard numbers, not vague claims.

Assess digital skills: Review their social media and online work. Do they drive measurable engagement?

Test crisis plans: Ask for their crisis response strategy. Ensure it’s proactive and detailed.

Check client feedback: Look at reviews or ask for references. Past performance predicts future results.

Compare your findings to industry leaders like BCW PR Agency and Edelman PR. These agencies set the standard. If your agency falls short, consider switching.

What Sets Top Agencies Apart

Not all agencies are equal. Leaders like Edelman PR and BCW PR Agency share key traits. They invest in technology, hiring experts in data and digital tools. They train staff to handle crises and engage stakeholders. Most importantly, they listen to clients, tailoring strategies to specific needs.

For instance, Edelman PR worked with a nonprofit to boost donations. They used targeted social ads and influencer partnerships, raising funds by 15% in six months. BCW PR Agency helped a financial firm rebuild trust after a scandal. Their transparent communication strategy restored investor confidence. Your agency should show a similar initiative. Do they bring fresh ideas? Do they adapt to your goals? A pr agency review uncovers these strengths or weaknesses.

Questions to Ask Your Agency

A pr agency review isn’t just about critique. It’s a chance to spark improvement. Ask your agency these questions:

How do you measure campaign success?

What digital tools do you use to engage audiences?

Can you share a recent crisis plan you executed?

How do you tailor messages for different stakeholders?

Their answers reveal their capabilities. Vague responses signal trouble. Clear, evidence-based answers show they’re keeping up.

The Cost of Falling Behind

An underperforming agency hurts your business. Poor campaigns waste money. Weak crisis responses damage trust. Outdated strategies miss audiences. A PR agency review protects you from these risks. It ensures your agency delivers value. Look at BCW PR Agency and Edelman PR. They evolve with the industry, delivering results that justify their fees. Your agency must do the same. If they don’t, you’re paying for mediocrity.

Moving Forward with Confidence

A PR agency review empowers you. It clarifies whether your agency meets your needs. Use the insights from this article to guide your evaluation. Focus on data, digital skills, crisis readiness, and stakeholder engagement. Compare your agency to top performers like Edelman PR and BCW PR Agency.

The PR industry won’t slow down. Your agency must keep pace. By conducting a pr agency review, you take control of your brand’s future. What will you do if your agency isn’t measuring up?

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How to Use Affiliate Marketing to Grow Your Chamet Agency

Affiliate marketing is one of the most effective strategies to expand your Chamet agency. By leveraging this powerful digital marketing method, you can recruit more hostesses, attract subagents, and grow your network while maximizing your earnings. 

This guide will walk you through how to use affiliate marketing to grow your Chamet agency successfully.

What Is Affiliate Marketing?

Affiliate marketing involves promoting a product or service and earning a commission for every successful referral. For Chamet agents, affiliate marketing focuses on sharing your agency’s unique invitation links to recruit:

Hostesses: Individuals who can earn by live streaming, engaging with viewers, and receiving gifts.

Subagents: People who build their own Chamet agency networks under your mentorship.

By using affiliate marketing tactics, you can efficiently attract recruits, expand your agency, and boost your revenue.

Why Affiliate Marketing Works for Chamet Agents

Affiliate marketing is highly effective for Chamet agents for several reasons:

Cost-Effective: You don’t need a large budget to start; social media and online platforms are often free to use.

Wide Reach: You can target a global audience using platforms like Facebook, Instagram, and TikTok.

Scalability: Once your content or campaigns are set up, they can attract recruits on autopilot.

Measurable Results: Chamet’s invitation links allow you to track your recruitment performance easily.

How to Use Affiliate Marketing for Your Chamet Agency

1. Promote Your Unique Invitation Links

Chamet provides agents with personalized links for recruiting hostesses and subagents. Share these links to direct potential recruits to the registration page. Here’s how:

Post your link on social media bios, posts, and stories.

Share it in email newsletters targeted at potential hostesses and subagents.

Include it in blog articles or YouTube videos about becoming a Chamet hostess or agent.

2. Identify Your Target Audience

Focus on reaching people who are most likely to succeed as hostesses or subagents. These include:

Aspiring Hostesses: Women aged 18–35 who are comfortable on camera and want flexible earning opportunities.

Potential Subagents: Individuals with experience in network marketing, sales, or management who are motivated to build their own teams.

Tailor your messaging to address the specific needs and motivations of each group.

3. Use Social Media to Your Advantage

Social media is one of the best tools for affiliate marketing. Use platforms like Instagram, Facebook, TikTok, and LinkedIn to:

Create Engaging Content: Share success stories, tips for earning on Chamet, and testimonials from your hostesses or subagents.

Use Video Marketing: Videos tend to get higher engagement. Post short clips explaining Chamet’s benefits or showcasing your team’s achievements.

Run Paid Ads: Boost your reach by running targeted ads on platforms like Facebook or Instagram. Use keywords like “earn from live streaming” or “work from home” to attract potential recruits.

4. Create Valuable Content

Position yourself as a trusted expert by sharing helpful content related to Chamet:

Write blog posts about the benefits of becoming a Chamet hostess or agent.

Record YouTube videos explaining how Chamet works and how much people can earn.

Post tutorials on optimizing live streams or earning more on Chamet.

5. Leverage Email Marketing

Email marketing is an excellent way to nurture leads and keep potential recruits engaged. Build an email list and send:

Updates about Chamet opportunities.

Tips for succeeding as a hostess or subagent.

Testimonials and case studies from successful members of your team.

6. Collaborate with Influencers

Partnering with influencers who align with your target audience can help you reach more people. Influencers can:

Share your invitation link with their followers.

Create content about joining your Chamet agency.

Host live Q&A sessions to address potential recruits’ questions.

7. Track Your Performance

Chamet’s tools allow you to monitor the performance of your affiliate marketing campaigns. Use your agent dashboard to track:

The number of recruits who registered using your invitation link.

The activity levels and earnings of your hostesses and subagents.

The overall growth of your agency.

Analyzing these metrics helps you refine your strategies and focus on what works best.

Tips for Success in Affiliate Marketing

1. Be Authentic Authenticity builds trust. Share genuine experiences, testimonials, and results from your Chamet journey to inspire confidence in potential recruits.

2. Highlight Chamet’s Benefits Focus on Chamet’s key selling points, such as:

Unlimited earning potential.

Flexible work schedules.

Daily payouts.

Tools and support for success.

3. Stay Consistent Consistency is key to building momentum. Post regularly, engage with your audience, and keep refining your approach.

4. Use Visuals Eye-catching images and videos attract more attention than plain text. Use high-quality visuals in your content to make it more appealing.

Why Affiliate Marketing Is Essential for Chamet Agents

Ready to grow your Chamet agency? Visit the Chamet Agency Registration Page and start expanding your network today.

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A prominent cardiologist, Dr. Eva Lonn, at McMaster University in Hamilton, Ont. is under review by the university for comments made on social media about pro-Palestinian protests, calling for rallygoers to be deported. “The post does not align with our values in advancing inclusive excellence or responsibilities as healthcare educators and professionals,” reads an emailed statement from a McMaster University spokesperson. “This matter is being reviewed by the university in alignment with university policies and will be addressed promptly and according to these policies. All parties involved have the right to confidentiality. As such, employment matters are not discussed on a specific case basis.” Dr. Lonn is the medical director of cardiac health and rehabilitation at McMaster University, as well as a professor of medicine at the university’s medical school. The seasoned medical practitioner commented on a New York Post article on LinkedIn, about a pro-Palestinian protest in Brooklyn, New York, writing “deport them all to where they came from.”

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How can I get the news of my property sale easily to people through digital media?

To effectively spread the news of your property sale through digital media, you can follow these strategies:

Real Estate Websites and Platforms:

List your property on popular real estate websites such as Zillow, Realtor.com, Redfin, and Trulia. These platforms have a large audience and specific tools to highlight property details.

Social Media:

Facebook: Post on your personal profile, local community groups, and real estate groups. Use Facebook Marketplace to list the property for sale. Instagram: Share high-quality photos and videos using stories, posts, and reels. Use relevant hashtags like #HouseForSale, #RealEstate, and #YourCityName. Twitter: Share concise updates with links to your property listing. Use appropriate hashtags and tag relevant local real estate accounts. LinkedIn: Post on your profile and in relevant professional groups. Online Advertising:

Google Ads: Create targeted ads that appear to people searching for properties in your area. Facebook and Instagram Ads: Use the advertising tools to target potential buyers based on demographics, interests, and location.

Email Marketing:

Create an email campaign to send to your contacts, especially those who might be interested or know someone who is. Consider using email marketing services like Mailchimp or Constant Contact to reach a broader audience.

Virtual Tours:

Create a virtual tour using tools like Matterport or a simple video walkthrough. Share the tour on real estate websites, social media, and YouTube.

Real Estate Blogs and Forums:

Write a blog post about your property and share it on real estate blogs or forums like BiggerPockets. Engage in discussions and share your listing in a non-spammy manner.

Local Online Communities:

Post in local online communities, forums, and websites such as Nextdoor and Craigslist. Engage with local influencers or bloggers who might share your property listing with their followers.

Content Marketing:

Create content around your property, such as articles or videos about the neighborhood, local amenities, and the unique features of your property. Share this content across your social media channels and real estate platforms.

Collaborate with Real Estate Agents:

Even if you prefer to sell by owner, collaborating with real estate agents can give your property more visibility. They can share your listing with their network and on their digital platforms.

SEO Optimization:

Ensure that any property listing or blog post is optimized for search engines. Use keywords that potential buyers might search for, such as “house for sale in [Your City]”.

By leveraging these digital media strategies, you can reach a wide audience and increase the chances of selling your property quickly.

Do you want to grow your business? You can contact me. amirhamza4023@gmail.com

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