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My Review Hoosier Burger Quest at Chef JJ's Backyard Grill

I've followed Dick Davis' Hoosier Burger Quest with great interest, even joining the group and attending a couple of events. While I don't get to visit with Dick that often, especially on his Burger Quest, I was excited for his invitation for me and my wife to join him and his wife at Chef JJ Boston's Backyard Grill. (Thanks again, Dick.)

Chef JJ made some Big Green waves of envy last year, especially among some of the Smaller Indian… Continue

Posted on November 6, 2009 at 11:59pm —

Erik Deckers

Dr. Benjamin Carson at Butler University's Diversity Lecture Series

"It is not my intention to offend anyone. And if I do, too bad."

When Dr. Benjamin Carson said that, I knew I was going to have a good time.

I was sitting in Clowes Hall, at Butler University's Diversity Lecture Series. Dr. Carson, of "Gifted Hands" fame, has spoken to hundreds of groups about the importance of reaching for your dream, no matter how impossible it seems.… Continue

Posted on October 24, 2009 at 11:30pm — 2 Comments

Erik Deckers

Ghostwriting for Dummies

I've got a confession to make. Okay, not so much a confession, since it's already one of the worst kept secrets ever.

My name is Erik, and I'm a ghostwriter.

("Hi, Erik.")

You probably already knew that. I own a company that ghostwrites blogs for other companies. I recently wrote a humor novel about a ghost in Irvington, a historic neighborhood in Indianapolis. (Ghost. Writing. Get it?) I've even ghostwritten a number of speeches, including for tw… Continue

Posted on October 14, 2009 at 10:39am —

Erik Deckers

Clean Your Den, or No Maidens For You

"Buddy, is your room clean yet?"

"How much have you—oh jeez, you guys! I asked you to clean your room two hours ago. This looks worse than it was."

"Sweetie, you were supposed to help him. What have you two been doing this whole time?"

"But you weren't supposed to be playing. You were supposed to be cleaning your room. Weren't you guys working together?"

"Playing together is not working together. I told you before things go faster if you can both work together. It cuts your work time in half… Continue

Posted on September 11, 2009 at 8:29am —

Erik Deckers

TV Rots Your Brain, Read a Newspaper Instead

"Have you ever thought about DirecTV?" said the message. My wife had just IMed me while I was at work.

"Uhh, no, no I haven't," I replied, getting defensive. "And so what if I have? There's nothing wrong with that. Dr. Phil says fantasies are important to having a healthy relationship. I mean, sure I walk through Best Buy with sunglasses on, but that's because it's so dang bright in there."

"What are you talking about?" she wrote back.

"All right, all right. Sometimes I think about DirecTV wh… Continue

Posted on September 4, 2009 at 8:18am — 1 Comment

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How did you hear about Smaller Indiana?
Friend
What is your greatest strength?
A sense of humor. If I can't laugh at what I'm doing, or the absurdities of life, I'd be the guy you read about in the paper the next day -- "He was really quiet, kept to himself a lot. We were all surprised by what happened."
What are you working on?
Growing my business, establishing my public speaking career as a social media and blogging authority. Also writing a play, finishing my first novel, and trying to write a social media book.
How big is your business?
Self-employed
What is your Job Title
Owner
What is your Company Website?
http://www.problogservice.com
What is your Personal Website?
http://laughing-stalk.blogspot.com
What is your alma mater?
Ball State University
Why join Smaller Indiana? What are you hoping to experience here ?
To meet smart, creative, entrepreneurial people. People who understand the necessity of networking and meeting other like-minded people. People who enjoy Indiana and all that it has to offer. People who will buy me coffee at my favorite coffee shops.

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twitter.com/edeckers
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Latest Activity

Erik Deckers and John Karamanski are now friends
on Tuesday
Erik Deckers joined Chuck Gose's group
Indy Social Media Breakfast
Make Indy Social Media a balanced part of your nutritional breakfast.
on Monday
Erik Deckers replied to Will Hardison's discussion 'Can a Church use Social Media to attract new visitors?'
Check out my church, BridgeWay Community Church in Fishers. We have a website, a Twitter account, and a Ning-based social network. It's taking a lot of work to get the senior leadership to see the need for this, but they're on board, and are coming…
December 20
Teri Barnett joined Erik Deckers's group
Writers Group
Professional and amateur writers, wordsmiths, and authors. Whether you write for a living, a hobby, or as a sideline, we want you. Participate in discussions, tell war stories, or exchange ideas and opportunities.
December 19
Erik Deckers replied to Michael R.'s discussion 'Should employers be allowed to fire/reprimand employees for Facebook/Myspace/other pictures?'
I guess the line to watch is a combination of who you are, and how silly is too silly. Katie has a reputation of being a serious journalist (we won't debate the veracity of that claim), so she has to think about how her behavior in public will be s…
December 18
Al Geralds and Deanna Wyzinski joined Erik Deckers's group
Writers Group
Professional and amateur writers, wordsmiths, and authors. Whether you write for a living, a hobby, or as a sideline, we want you. Participate in discussions, tell war stories, or exchange ideas and opportunities.
December 17
Rachel Grimm and Erik Deckers are now friends
December 17
Erik Deckers replied to Steph Woodward's discussion 'What to Put in a Portfolio?'
I like PK's advice about tailoring the portfolio to the job. That will be easier if you can just send out electronic portfolios. If you have one portfolio, drop in your best work, your favorite work, and your most recent work. Include a small parag…
December 17

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At 10:13pm on October 20, 2009, Trish Main said…
ta da!
At 12:18pm on October 10, 2009, Pete Manzelli said…
Erik,

Very sorry but I need to cancel our meeting next week, I am going through some major changes with my business right now & have another meeting that came up that day. I tried to email & call you but neither worked. I will let you know when I am able to reschedule later on.

Thanks,
Pete
At 8:49pm on September 28, 2009, Pete Manzelli said…
Erik,

I recently was given your contact info from Ursula Booth, PT. I would be glad to meet with you at your convenience to learn more about your services. I know a little about blogging but am certainly not an expert on this topic. Please feel free to contact me via this site or email me at pete@indypt.com. This week I am very full, but I should have some free time the following week.

Thanks!
Pete Manzelli, PT
At 11:19am on August 12, 2009, Ashley Eppich said…
Hey Erik- I met you at the Claddagh for my sister's (Stephanie Daily) little app. party. I'm finally settling into Indy again after my move, and am ready to start finding writing opportunities.
If you are still looking for bloggers for "Simple Joys," I'd be interested. I could go to the first showing, Aug. 22 at 7:30. Thanks- Just let me know.
aeppich_3@hotmail.com
At 10:01am on August 7, 2009, Jeffrey L. Madden said…
The Stetson Manifesto would be good too. August 21st or 23rd also.

Thanks!
At 9:16am on August 7, 2009, Jeffrey L. Madden said…
Erik,
Still need bloggers for "Wating with M'Godot"? I'd be interested in August 21st or 23rd.
At 11:11am on August 4, 2009, Mason King said…
Erik:
If you still need bloggers for Fringe, I'd love to talk with you about it. I'm a journalist — writer and editor — with 20 years of full-time experience in newspapers, magazines and on the Web. I also have an MFA in theater performance. I recently returned to Indy after 9 years in Chicago, and would love to immerse myself in the Fringe and get to know my hometown again. I can be available most nights for shows and blogging. Hope to hear from you.
At 5:12pm on August 1, 2009, aaron story said…
Still need bloggers for Fringe?
At 5:20pm on July 1, 2009, Marla Ruth said…
Congratulations on your new position as President of IndyConfluence!
At 1:54pm on June 25, 2009, Shelly Arens said…
Congratulations Erik! I just read the press release also: http://www.insideindianabusiness.com/newsitem.asp?id=36325

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