🌐 Technology Skills
Graphics/Video: Corel PaintShop Pro, Jasc PaintShop Pro, MovAvi Video Editor
Social Media: Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, Twitter (pre-X), BlueSky, YouTube
Microsoft Office: Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Publisher (Access & Outlook: familiar, would benefit from a refresher)
Website: WordPress, Basic HTML
Browsers: Chrome, Firefox, Microsoft Edge
Communication: Zoom (Host & Participant), Mattermost, Discord, Google Meet
Other Tools: Google Drive (Docs, Sheets), Atlassian Confluence, proprietary ticket system (similar to Zendesk), osTicket, Atlassian Confluence
Typing Speed: 87 WPM with 100% accuracy
💻 Operating Systems
Computer/Tablet: Commodore 64, DOS, Windows (3.1 to 11), iPad/iPhone, MacBook Air
🎮 Gaming Experience
Consoles: NES, SNES, Nintendo 64, GameCube, Wii, Switch
Strategy Games: Forge of Empires (primary), Age of Empires (solo & online)
In Forge of Empires, I lead/co-lead two thriving guilds on the US server. The game teaches logic, patience, teamwork, and leadership—skills I apply in real life and work.
- Play in 8 worlds on the US server, 3 on English International, 1 on Beta
- Guild leadership requires coordination, communication, and strategic planning
- Teamwork in guilds enhances individual and collective success
📝 Writing & Communication
Blogging, Copy Editing, Creative Writing, Instructional Guides, Journalism (News & Features), Newsletters, Poetry, Proofreading, General Writing, Written Communication (preferred)
💰 Financial Skills
Bank Deposits, Budgeting, Money Handling
🌍 Language Skills
English: Native
Russian: 1/3 of my BA was in Russian (would benefit from a refresher)
🧩 Miscellaneous Skills
Communication, Detail-Oriented, Fact Checking, Genealogy, Leadership, Management, Photography, Problem Solving, Research, Time Management, Training
💡 Personal Insights
Autistic professional, Creative thinker, Gluten-Free/Celiac aware, Teamwork enthusiast, Remote work champion, Work-life balance advocate, Strategic gamer with leadership experience
🎮 Benefit of Strategy Games
The primary strategy game I play is Forge of Empires by InnoGames, which I’ve been immersed in since 2015. It’s a city-building game that requires logic, patience, and teamwork—skills that translate directly into real-world collaboration and problem-solving. While solo play is possible, joining a guild unlocks the full potential of the game, fostering global cooperation and shared success.
I currently play in 7 worlds on the US server, 3 on the English International server, and 1 on the Beta server. On the US server, I lead or co-lead two guilds, both of which are thriving thanks to strong leadership and community engagement. Good leadership is essential—without it, guilds flounder and players disengage. With it, we flourish together.
Forge of Empires is free-to-play, with optional in-game purchases. However, rushing through with cash alone often leads to burnout and imbalance. Patience and strategy are key to long-term enjoyment and success. I also still play Age of Empires, which I started in the ’90s. While it lacks the social depth of FoE, it remains a foundational part of my gaming journey.
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