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Why Structure Creates Freedom at UEM
SOPs or Standard Operating Procedures often get a bad rep in workplaces, especially for us writers who thrive on creativity and freedom. While it’s used to check quality and improve workflow efficiency, some claim that such rigid guidelines leave room for flexibility.[1]
By Pat Zuniega5 months ago in Writers
From Draft to Published: The Invisible Work of Writing Here
When our readers see published posts at Urban Era Marketing’s websites, all they see are well-crafted articles from a dedicated team of writers who’ve excelled in their niches. What they don’t often see are the messy notes, rewrites, and long hours that went into it.
By Pat Zuniega5 months ago in Writers
1918 Influenza: The Pandemic That Was Worse Than COVID
History is full of hilariously misattributed names. French fries didn’t come from France (fun fact: it’s actually from Belgium!), English muffins were invented in the US, not in Britain, and Scotch tape is most definitely not a Scotland native.
By Pat Zuniega5 months ago in History
What TikTok Algorithm Knows About You—And Why That’s Scary
Step 1: Open TikTok. Step 2: Watch a few videos on your For You Page. Step 3: Doomscroll for three hours straight, wondering where the time went. Step 4: Rack your brain, trying to figure out how TikTok knew exactly what you wanted to see before you even did. Step 5: Rinse and repeat.
By Pat Zuniega6 months ago in Education
Coffee History: From Ethiopia to Global Trade Empire
Whether you savor its aroma on a slow morning or rely on it to fuel you on a busy day, coffee has become an integral part of daily life around the world. But few people realize the humble beginnings of this now-global obsession. The story of coffee history and its place in international trade begins in the highlands of Ethiopia.
By Pat Zuniega6 months ago in History
TV vs History: Is the Vikings Show Based on Real Events?
With over 6 million viewers in the U.S. alone, the TV series Vikings is an undeniably famous Viking show that has made Norse warriors cool again, putting axes and berserkers back in pop culture’s spotlight. But with all the action, drama, and brooding monologues, you might start to wonder, how much of this reflects real events from history?
By Pat Zuniega6 months ago in History
British Monarchy Facts: How Accurate is Netflix’s The Crown?
Netflix’s The Crown has become a global obsession, especially after the passing of British monarchy’s longest-serving sovereign in 2022. With six seasons depicting the life of the royals from 1997 to 2005, it’s inevitable to ask - how much of that is true? And just how much is for TV drama?
By Pat Zuniega6 months ago in History
The Aftermath: What Happened After the Titanic Sank in 1912?
On April 15, 1912, the world’s most famous ship, the Titanic, disappeared beneath the icy North Atlantic. Over 1,500 lives were lost in just a few hours. For some, the story ends there — an iceberg, a luxury liner, and a tragedy sealed in time.
By Pat Zuniega6 months ago in History
Cold War in Berlin: A Tale of the City Divided Overnight. Content Warning.
Imagine waking up and discovering that you couldn’t go to work, visit your best friend, or hug your grandmother because a wall had appeared in the middle of your city overnight. This was the reality for Berliners on August 13, 1961.
By Pat Zuniega7 months ago in History
