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From Defense to Growth: Embracing Feedback to Improve Your Writing
As a writer, receiving feedback can sometimes feel like a confrontation – it’s a really personal thing, especially if you feel like you’ve given the writing EVERYTHING you have. The natural instinct is to become defensive—our work is a reflection of ourselves, after all. But what if we could shift our mindset from defense to growth? What if we saw feedback as an invaluable tool for improving our writing, rather than a judgment of our skills or worth? I’m talking about this because for me, shifting my mindset and using feedback as a tool was a game-changer. It improved my writing when writing my own stuff, but also helped me…
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Kick Imposter Syndrome to the Curb
Imposter syndrome is a term that many of us are all too familiar with. Personally, it’s something I’ve always battled with, especially as a business owner. I’m so good at helping others and yet, I sometimes feel I’m not cut out for entrepreneurship. If I’m entirely honest – this is B*LLSH*T!!! because I have lots of skills, qualities, experiences, and qualifications that need to be shared – but this post isn’t about me, it’s about you and how you can deal with it. For clarity, we will relate imposter syndrome to your writing (even though it applies to all aspects of your life). Imposter syndrome is basically that nagging feeling…
- Business, Confidence, Mindset, Strategy, Uncategorized, Writing, Writing Advice and Guidance, Writing Resources, Writing Skills
How to Turn One Piece of Content into Multiple Assets
In today’s fast-paced digital world, maximizing the value of your content is crucial. I used to sit in wonder… How the hell did solo-prenuers and small business owners keep up a consistent online presence? I just didn’t have the time. For so many years of being in business, I kind of ignored it until I noticed that many people I followed (and admired) were repurposing content. Why didn’t I think of that? Not only does this save time, I found out later that it also amplifies reach and engagement. Let’s talk about ways to turn one piece of content into multiple content assets… Now, this isn’t a secret, it’s in…
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How to Incorporate Storytelling in Business Writing
Storytelling is a powerful tool that transcends the boundaries of fiction, non-fiction, and various other content forms. In fiction, it creates vivid worlds and characters that captivate our imagination. In non-fiction, it brings real events and experiences to life, making them more relatable and impactful. Even in other content forms like blogs, articles, and social media posts, storytelling engages audiences, fosters connection, and drives home key messages. Yet, many people struggle to see how storytelling can be relevant in business writing. Let me explain… In the realm of business, storytelling is not just relevant; it is essential. It humanizes your brand, making it more relatable and memorable. By weaving stories…
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Turning Rejection into Opportunity: How to Handle Feedback and Criticism
Receiving feedback and criticism on our work can be challenging, but it’s essential for growth and improvement as content creators. Rather than viewing rejection as a setback, we can choose to see it as an opportunity for learning and development. But why should we do this??? Turning rejection into opportunity is a pivotal aspect of the content creation journey. Rather than viewing criticism as a setback, embracing it as a chance for growth and improvement can lead to profound personal and professional development. Each piece of feedback, whether positive or negative, offers valuable insights that can shape our work and elevate its quality. By adopting a mindset of continuous learning…
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How to Tailor Your Content Strategy to Audience Preferences and Behaviours
I’m sure I don’t need to tell you this, but understanding your audience is essential for creating effective content that resonates with them. If you tailor your content strategy to match their preferences and behaviours, you can increase engagement, build trust, and drive meaningful interactions. In this post, we’ll explore practical strategies for identifying audience preferences and adapting your content strategy accordingly. Let’s look at five of those strategies! Your content strategy should match audience preferences and behaviours is crucial for driving engagement and building relationships with your target audience. By conducting audience research, defining content personas, analyzing content performance, and addressing audience pain points, you can create content that…
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How to Embrace Imperfection: Balancing Quality and Quantity in Your Writing
It’s not uncommon for writers to focus on the quantity of their writing but for someone like me, who tends to write too much, sometimes it’s about reining that in. Quality is another important aspect of writing. In the pursuit of excellence, writers often struggle to find the right balance between producing high-quality content and maintaining a consistent output. This struggle can lead to feelings of frustration, self-doubt, and creative paralysis. However, if we embrace our imperfections and redefine our success, writers can find harmony between productivity and creativity. Sounds like a dream, right? In this post, we’ll explore practical strategies to strike this balance and cultivate a fulfilling writing…
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11 Creative Ways to Reuse Your Existing Material
In today’s digital age, content recycling has become an essential strategy for maximizing the reach and impact of your writing. Rather than letting valuable content languish in obscurity, learn how to repurpose it effectively to engage with your audience in new and meaningful ways. Most (if not all) of us are aware of the three ‘R’ environmental philosophy – reduce, reuse, recycle, right? Personally, when it comes to my material, I use this philosophy to repurpose my own content and put it to good use. Here are 11 creative methods to breathe new life into your existing material: By embracing the art of content recycling, you can extend the lifespan…
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How to Start Cultivating Your Writer’s Mindset, Now!
Do you ever wonder why some writers seem to effortlessly produce engaging and inspiring content while others struggle to even start? If you’re struggling, you’re not alone. Feeling blocked from time to time is normal, otherwise, there’d be no such thing as writer’s block, right? The biggest issue is that when we face blocks, it knocks our confidence. I know, I’ve been there (several times). But you have to remember that this isn’t always simply about talent or skill—it can be down to mindset. Developing a positive mindset is the secret ingredient that can transform your writing journey from a daunting task into a fulfilling creative adventure. There are some…
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3 Ways to Keep yourself Accountable for your Writing
One of the most difficult things when it comes to writing a book is staying accountable throughout the whole process. Writing a book is a commitment – there’s no getting away from that, and I personally think that’s why the whole ‘writing a book’ process seems daunting to so many people. There are some great ways you can keep yourself accountable when it comes to your writing. Here are my top 3 ways: Write some manageable goals that work for you. I know many people who write a whole book within a month, but others take a year or more. Generally, a biography, a self-help style book or business book…
