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Running your own business can be incredibly hard work, so it's important you're doing absolutely everything you can in order to make your life easier. Whether it's outsourcing work, using software to automate processes or using external companies to assist with IT and security - every little can help. With that in mind, here are 5 incredible software programs all business' should consider.
You know I like to report on the latest sleep studies. Sleep is just so darn important to a writer, and it’s often hard to get. Sleep Cycle, the best-selling alarm clock application, has today released the results of a new survey in tandem with some internal data.
It’s no secret that getting out your worries, fears and dreams can make you feel better. For those that have no one to talk to, or for those that just like to put their ideas on the page, writing can be helpful. For more about therapeutic writing, I contacted Beth Carvin, CEO of JamBios. Here is what she had to share.
Here’s a peek at what life is like as a full-time freelance writer.
So how do you change your listening routine so that you are where your customers are and speak their language? This graphic explains it.
When you write for several different outlets, coming up with a continuous flow of article ideas can be a challenge. When I get stumped, I break out a piece of paper and draw a mind map. Mind maps are a form of brainstorming where you use colors and shapes to stimulate the brain.
Here's how I create article ideas with mind maps.
I find writing ideas and inspiration in a place you may not have thought of: Instagram. Here are some of the fantastic tips for writers I've found on my feed and some from my own Instagram account.
They say one of the best ways to find errors in your blog posts, book or articles is to read the sentences out loud. An even better method is to have someone else read your piece out loud. This can be difficult if you're a typical writer, alone in your home office. Instead, use Google Translate.
If you aren’t careful, the artistic streak which sent you down this path could see you packing up shop. To make sure that doesn’t happen, it’s important to recognize and manage these more destructive tendencies. And, to help you do that, we’re going to look at the creative habits which are harming your success right now.
Creating clean, mostly error-free content is important to freelance writers. Copy full of errors look unprofessional and can really turn off potential customers. You don't want to be lumped in with noobs! Edit!
Have you tried brainstorming and mind mapping and still need some creative content ideas for your blog or articles? Here are 22 ideas to get you out of your writer's block rut.
Are you giving your clients and readers bad customer service by creating content that doesn't have enough meat? Here’s how to avoid fluffy writing.
There are plenty of websites out there that help you make your own GIFs, maps, charts, memes and more for free, in just a few minutes. There are also plenty of sites that let you use their multimedia content on your site.
Here are 20 of my favorites:
Poor sleep equals a poor writer. This 2019 study can help you figure out which habits are inhibiting your sleep.
Here are some ways to sharpen your writing skills while you’re online.
I've found one multitasking solution that gets me up and makes me more productive as a writer. You'll find this tip particularly helpful if you are a work-at-home mom or dad.
Leaving the comfort and security blanket of being a full-time worker can be extremely daunting, however, there are so many great benefits to look forward to including independence, flexibility, more money and, of course, it really is the dream for most people to simply be your own boss. Here, we are taking you through the essentials you need to know when starting your own business.
During the wintertime (and other times throughout the year) many writers feel down or depressed. This is probably because we don’t get out of the office enough. The amount of sunshine or intense light we get a day can directly affect how we feel. Lack of sun during the winter months can even cause a condition that is called Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD).
