Author Archives: Elizabeth Bennefeld

About Elizabeth Bennefeld

Since 1984, I have been self-employed, offering writing, editing, and resume services in Fargo, North Dakota. I received a B.A. in 1968 with majors in philosophy and English. After college, I worked as a computer programmer and then in operations, before leaving IT to start my own business.

Taking appointments for week of Jan. 30

Posted on 2012/01/26 by Elizabeth Bennefeld

My current projects will take me through the remainder of the week. I have one or two appointment slots open Monday afternoon, January 30. Times are also available in the afternoon on Tuesday before 3:00, Wednesday morning, and throughout the … Continue reading →

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Week of January 9-13

Posted on 2012/01/06 by Elizabeth Bennefeld

I have some appointment times available on Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday, next week.

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On Vacation

Posted on 2011/12/21 by Elizabeth Bennefeld

I am officially on vacation, now. My next appointment openings are on 5 January between 9:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. (the late afternoon slot is already booked). On Friday, 6 Jan., I have openings throughout the day, including 4:00-5:30 p.m. … Continue reading →

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Still here…

Posted on 2011/12/09 by Elizabeth Bennefeld

As usual, things got a bit busy around here, and I have not been keeping up on my blogging. I have finished with this semester’s ESL academic editing and am looking forward to taking a couple weeks off. Really, just … Continue reading →

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More flexibility

Posted on 2011/11/04 by Elizabeth Bennefeld

Adding more flexibility to my schedule, I can now take appointments over the lunch hour. In exchange, I may be spending more time outside the office, but I will have the telephone with me.  

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Back to work

Posted on 2011/09/05 by Elizabeth Bennefeld

The appeal, of course, of the three-day weekend is the multiple opportunities for turning off the alarm clock and sleeping in. The problem with feeling well and rested and energetic is, of course, that one does not. Sleep in, I … Continue reading →

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The telephone is turned off for the evening (as of about 5:45 p.m.), and I’m done for the day. Calls and emails will be answered on Friday after 9:00 a.m. Good night, all!  

Posted on 2011/09/01 by Elizabeth Bennefeld | Leave a comment

What Color Is Your Parachute? 2012 ed.

Posted on 2011/09/01 by Elizabeth Bennefeld

There has been an interesting upturn in resumes for people who are looking for new work environments, here, and lots of enthusiasm. The unemployment rate for North Dakota, July 2011, was 3.3%, and that’s exciting news for people looking for … Continue reading →

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Facebook Changes

Posted on 2011/08/08 by Elizabeth Bennefeld

Over the weekend, I started a new Facebook page for my artistic/creative activities unrelated to my writing, editing, and résumé services. Once 25 individuals have “Liked” my page, I will have a shorter URL. For now, you can find my … Continue reading →

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At last, a weekend

Posted on 2011/08/05 by Elizabeth Bennefeld

I do so look forward to the weekends, a change of pace…a different set of activities. With the forecast of rain, once again, I will have reading time out in the gazebo with the sound of raindrops on the roof … Continue reading →

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