Jesse S. Smith

Creative Force

Announcing “Curb Thy Vanity”

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  I’m pleased to announce Curb Thy Vanity, a new comic short film directed by Anna Gillock.  The film was entered into the competition for a local film festival just this week! The Team Behind Curb Thy Vanity Anna Gillock: Director Curb Thy Vanity is Anna Gillock’s directorial debut, and I am so grateful to […]

Never Give Up! Euripides 480-406 B.C.

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Euripides was a pacifist, humanitarian, and free-thinker. These qualities were often overshadowed by intolerance and violence in the times in which he lived. Euripides is now remembered as one of the best-known and most influential dramatists in classical Greek culture. Never give up. (Click the title to read more.)

Never Give Up! Martin Luther King Jr.

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In his fight for justice and equality, Martin Luther King Jr.’s detractors called him a “notorious liar” and worse. King was arrested over 20 times; and even prior to his assassination, he was the target of several violent attacks: including getting stabbed, as well as having his house bombed and set on fire; and he constantly was receiving death threats. All of this did not stop King from fighting for what was right. Never give up. (Click the title to read more.)

Never Give Up! The Story of John Milton and Paradise Lost

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After he backed the losing side of a political power struggle, John Milton was dismissed from his job, imprisoned, and suffered the loss of his eyesight. This was a dark period in Milton’s life, although he persevered despite his losses. Milton’s magnum opus, the epic poem Paradise Lost, was completed while Milton was blind and impoverished. Never give up. (Click the title to read more.)

Don’t be Limited!

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Don’t be limited by what you’ve been in the past! This is the antidote for the people who will tell you, “Don’t try to be something you’re not!” Who are they to decide what your potential is? Following your dreams means building on skills and experiences that take years to develop. Whether you’re developing those […]

“Control the Narrative” by Lida Citroën: a book review and personal journey

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Control the Narrative by Lida Citroën is an excellent strategy guide to personal branding in the modern era of online communication. It contains invaluable insights and advice for any professional. If you are trying to get established or gain recognition, this book is for you. If you are trying to overcome setbacks or a damaged reputation on the Internet, this book is especially for you. I highly recommend it.