Quitting My Job Was My Best Career Move

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In February, I quit my job. I decided last summer that the 9-5 corporate grind was not for me, and I devised an exit strategy to replace my salary by working half the time. This is the best career move I have ever made. Why? Read on.

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TNA/IMPACT Wrestling Book Update: Shut Up And Wrestle with Brian Solomon

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I recently had the opportunity to speak with Brian Solomon, one of the greatest professional wrestling journalists in the business. He invited me on his show, Shut Up And Wrestle to provide an update on my book about the first 20 years of TNA/IMPACT Wrestling. It was a pleasure speaking with Brian, and you can listen to the full episode below. Enjoy!

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Scott D’Amore promoted to President of IMPACT Wrestling

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Anthem Sports & Entertainment Inc. announced today that Scott D’Amore has been promoted to President of IMPACT Wrestling. Below is the full press release from Anthem.

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Why do you write?

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I’ve always considered myself creative and love being around other creative people. I interview people because I love connecting with creative people and understanding what inspires them and how they do what they do. Some of my favorite creative people are writers. Why do you write? Read on for why I write and let me know why you write.

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Icons Of Wrestling: December 17, 2022

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Yesterday, I stopped by the Icons of Wrestling convention at the ECW Arena (a.k.a. 2300 Arena) to meet several of the people I interviewed for my book about the first 20 years of TNA/IMPACT Wrestling and to secure additional interviews for my project. Read on for more details.

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Book Update: Brian James

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Oh, you didn’t know? The latest interview for my book about the first 20 years of TNA/IMPACT Wrestling was with the legendary Brian James. As someone who grew up watching Brian as The Roadie with Jeff Jarrett, Road Dogg in The New Age Outlaws and D-Generation X, and B.G. James in TNA, I was thrilled to have the chance to speak with him at length.

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Diamond Dallas Page: Relentless Movie Trailer

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Michael with the founder of DDP Yoga, Diamond Dallas Page.

Have you watched the Diamond Dallas Page documentary Relentless? Check out the movie trailer below to see what it’s all about, and watch the full documentary here.

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New Episodes of Classic IMPACT! From 2008-2013 Available Every Thursday on IMPACT Plus

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IMPACT Wrestling fans around the world, your voices have been heard! Beginning this Thursday, July 14th, new episodes of classic IMPACT! from 2008-2013 will be available on IMPACT Plus for the first time ever. Read on for more details.

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IMPACT Wrestling: Laurel Van Ness and Braxton Sutter’s Wedding

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IMPACT Wrestling has had a tumultuous history, and one of the craziest years was 2017. There were a few moments of magic sprinkled throughout. One of them was the wedding of Laurel Van Ness and Braxton Sutter. For my money, it was the best wrestling wedding ever. Don’t believe me? Watch the full segment below. It will have you in tears and fits of laughter.

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Book Review — Blood and Fire: The Unbelievable Real-Life Story of Wrestling’s Original Sheik

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Blood and Fire: The Unbelievable Real-Life Story of Wrestling’s Original Sheik by Brian Solomon explores the tumultuous life and career of The Sheik — one of the most enigmatic figures in the history of pro wrestling. Does Brian’s book do The Sheik justice? Read on for my review.

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