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Start Writing! It can be daunting to be faced with a blank sheet of paper or Word document and to wonder where to begin. Writing is not the easiest thing to do; it takes time and energy to get it right. When the dreaded writer’s block strikes, you can be tempted to make negative comparisons to others, particularly if it’s […]
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Writer’s block or low self-confidence can strike the best of us at any time, and they can both be as much trouble for content writers as for authors. The good news is, feeling stuck or uncertain is only temporary, and rather than sitting and waiting for the feelings to pass, you can work through them and get writing again. Writing […]
Read MoreConcluding the series of tips for successful networking: After the Event Let people know where you’ve been – send a Tweet which includes the organisers and a hashtag relating to the event if there was one (e.g. #Fridaynetworking). This is a good way of getting included in any follow-up conversations after the event and also connecting with other attendees. If […]
Read MoreContinuing on from last week’s tips on networking: On the Day If you’re nervous, have a power song – something that makes you feel upbeat and confident, and listen to it in the car or on headphones before you go in. I actually have a whole playlist which I use now and then as a boost, so I pick one […]
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Fiction authors are often asked about how they write, so I thought I’d explain my writing process too. I write most of my copy in longhand with pen and paper, unless it’s transcription, as it’s far quicker and more practical to do that straight to PC. This may seem long-winded, but I find it helps me set out my thoughts. […]
Read MoreLike most people, I read Tim Ferriss’ Four Hour Work Week and thought: “I want to live like that!” I re-read it earlier this year, just before I transitioned my business to solely offering copywriting, and found that parts of it really resonated and influenced my medium-term goals. However, for a lot of people this seems an impossible dream. The […]
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You might find yourself asking this question at least once. A copywriter is often associated with advertising agencies, with Don Draper types crafting killer campaigns for global brands. It can be hard to see how this can fit in with your small business. However, it’s better to think of it just as “writing”, and there are all sorts of situations […]
Read MoreNetworking often feels like a necessary evil when it comes to running your own business. I know of people who swear by it and others who never bother. I really didn’t enjoy it when I started out, and still find it hard now, but it’s possible that I’m approaching it the wrong way. There are all manner of networking groups […]
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Recently, I’ve been collaborating on the writing of a business book, and it’s given me a great insight into what ghostwriting clients want. It’s also made me think of some ways to make the process easier for all involved. Get Help with Your Writing Projects Know your topic: this might sound obvious, but the clearer you are on what you’re […]
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The book market is more crowded than ever. The rise in popularity of e-readers and the relative ease of creating and publishing books for them has resulted in thousands of amateur writers uploading their masterpieces. More writers are choosing to self-publish. This has also had an impact on traditional publishing, where a small group of people had the final say […]
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