Social media can be an incredibly helpful tool when you want to build a brand, whether that’s as an author or a business. It can increase the number of people who have eyes on what …
My thoughts on Twitter and 3 steps you can take to protect your online presence
By now, if you’re on social media, you know all about the drama on Twitter. Elon Musk’s (eventual) purchase of the social media platform kicked off all kinds of worry, fear, and outrage. What if …
3 fears that get in the way of your business blog
There are so many brilliant reasons to have a business blog. It can open a conversation with your clients, attract the attention of new leads, demonstrate that you know your stuff, and perfectly express the …
5 recommended reads for freelance writers
One of the greatest aspects, no, in fact, the greatest aspect of being part of the freelance writing community is the enormous amount of knowledge and support I can call on from my fellow freelancers. …
5 ways I handle summer as a freelancer
It’s summer – obviously – and we’re in the middle of a heatwave here in the UK. Lovely when you can go outside or visit the beach. Not so lovely when you have to remain …
The 3 building blocks of a business blog
No, I’m not talking about whether to use WordPress or Squarespace (or some other website builder). I’m not talking about website templates or widgets either. What I am talking about are the three factors that …
The hidden productivity of being a freelancer
“Are you working or are you just playing?” I work from home and have a houseful at the moment. My husband is a remote worker, the eldest teen has finished university for the year, and …
Overwhelm: when it all gets a little too much
Stress is, unfortunately, part and parcel of being alive and running a business. We get stressed when we’re held up in traffic. We get stressed when we have to attend a meeting or appointment that …
Worried about making a fool of yourself on social media? Here are 3 things to consider
One of the issues that can stop you from showing up on social media is not wanting to look like an idiot. You don’t want to embarrass yourself. You don’t want to make mistakes. You …
5 ways I prepare my freelance business for Q2
Spring is here, our robot mower is happily chugging around the lawn, and March is coming to an end. That can only mean that the second quarter of the year is almost here. It’s time …