Kara Sherrer is a content writer and editor with nearly 10 years of experience working for publications and clients in a variety of industries, including technology, finance, and higher education. Using SEO best practices, she has helped multiple clients get their website content on the first page of Google search results. She enjoys writing fact-based, informative guides to help readers make educated decisions about what products and software they should use.
Education
Vanderbilt University, Class of 2016. Graduated cum laude. Double major in English and Marketing & Communications
Favorite Technology
No matter what your role is or what industry you work in, everyone can benefit from project management and productivity tools. I use a variety of software — including Google Drive, Asana, Trello, and Notion — to keep my work to-do list and personal goals on track.
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