Writing faster isn’t always the end goal for us writers, but it can certainly help in today’s frenetic digital world. A productive writer is often also a happy (or at least, happier) writer. I am…
“I’ve never done this before.” This is such a common objection I hear when somebody is confronted with a task they haven’t done before. Incidentally, it’s also what I tell myself when I am afraid…
Writing is wonderful… but it can also be bloody hard!
Great writing comes from thinking deeply and clearly about things. And not just the things you’re writing about: thinking around a topic is helpful too. In fact, thinking in itself is useful. Developing your critical…
8 Personal Branding Tips for Ambitious Freelance Writers
Want to develop as a freelance writer? Want to charge more for your time? Want to eventually start a writing or content business? Create a brand. The best writers I know have great brands and…
If you are struggling to find the will to write….. Try the following:
Confused about social? Seize up in fear every time it’s time to update your Facebook page? Whether you’re writing for yourself or as a brand, social media writing has to be punchy and to the…
FAQs. Blah. I imagine that’s what a lot of people think (not me, I love a good FAQ). The truth is, awesome FAQs are great for a business, great for users, and great for SEO….
BAD NEWS: There’s no magic bullet to better writing. You’ll need to practise and dedicate yourself to the task. GOOD NEWS: Here are some guaranteed ways to improve as a writer. Not all pain-free, but…
Copywriting is hard. I’ve definitely learned a thing or too since I started! People skills and diplomacy are copywriting essentials- you need them pretty much every day. Working as a copywriter can be a bit…