Michael Benninger
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Freelance word wrangler living in sunny San Diego. Here's some of my stuff. Click the icons below to sort by publication.
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Pacific San Diego Magazine
Monkey Business
A decade ago, when Sébastien Derbomez was working as a teacher in the of South of France, the Frenchman never would’ve guessed he’d one day become the face of high-end alcohol brand.
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Office BFFs: Why Building Friendships At Work Is So Important
New research finds that forging friendships with your co-workers can make you happier and more productive, while also boosting your business’s bottom line. But what’s the best way to go about making friends with your officemates?
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No Time to Write that Novel? Try Getting Better at Your Day Job First
Got a great idea for a book, but can’t seem to find time to actually write it? Countless aspiring authors struggle to sit down and type because they’re too “busy” with work and life. Oftentimes, however, this perceived busyness is anything but productive, driving would-be writers further away from a literary future.
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Meet Your Bartender: Zack Ball
Since bursting onto the scene in late July, filling the Fifth Avenue building that long housed Maloney’s Tavern, Queensborough Cocktail Lounge has been bringing a bite of the Big Apple to the Gaslamp.
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September 2017 Events
Scores of tall ships, windjammers and nautical vessels of all varieties return to the San Diego Bay for California’s largest tall ship festival, while merchants, beer gardens and live entertainment line the Embarcadero’s waterfront.
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Battle Of The Blinks: Is Love Supposed To Last A Lifetime?
Are we truly supposed to spend our adult lives in monogamous relationships? Or is traditional marriage an outdated institution no longer fit for purpose?
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August Bestsellers: Have You Read All the Books Topping the Amazon Charts?
From the fate of mankind to making new friends to how to give fewer f*cks, here’s a closer look at this month’s most-wanted books.
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Five Books to Help You Overhaul Your Diet
Ready to start living a healthy new lifestyle, but not sure where to begin? Find out which of today’s best books on nutrition might be right for you.
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Proof Positive
With nearly 15 years of experience in hospitality and a resume that lists some of the city’s most celebrated establishments, San Diego native Juan Sanchez is an unstoppable force in the industry.
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August 2017 Movies
An unorthodox Jersey girl faces an uphill battle as she attempts to break free of her crappy life by becoming the world’s next hip-hop superstar.
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August 2017 Events
Rub elbows with liquor industry insiders during this two-day cocktail festival and culinary celebration punctuated with tastings, seminars and bartender competitions.
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How Many Have You Read? Check Out The New York Times’ July Bestsellers
Tap into the modern American zeitgeist by catching up on this month's most-sold books in the United States.
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Why Interviewers Ask About Your Favorite Books (and How to Give a Great Response)
After landing an interview that could change the course of your career, count on this app to help you answer one of employers’ most commonly asked questions.
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Transform Your Career and Win at Life with these 5 Books
Whether you’ve been on the job for decades or are preparing for your first day at work, these powerful tips offer proven shortcuts to professional success.
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Busy Mom? This App Helps You Fit Reading into Your Life
Keeping up with your kids doesn’t have to stop you doing the things you love. This trailblazing app helps mothers fit reading into their busy lives in just a few minutes.