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Tim Higgins

SmallNetBuilder has always depended on talented and knowledgeable contributors to keep our content a-flowin’. Some of our best stuff comes from networking pros who have the time and talent to share what they know with others.

Unfortunately, time is at a premium for folks like that, so I’m constantly looking for new contributors. You can write about any of the topics that we cover on SmallNetBuilder, or even something that we don’t. But we generally want to stick close to the subject of small and not-so-small networks.

Due to shipping logistics, you’ll need to be located in the U.S. if you want to review products. But if you’re writing how-to’s, tutorials, commentary, etc. you can be located anywhere.

You don’t have to be a writing pro, but you do need to be able to write clearly and concisely and a bit of personality doesn’t hurt, either. I’d also like to hear from folks with their own networking-related blogs who are looking for wider exposure (and some extra income).

So if you’re interested, drop me a note. Please be sure to tell me about your area of expertise, include links to past writing and social media sites (Facebook, Twitter, etc.) and, for extra credit, pitch me an article! Thanks!

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