Buffer

AUGUST 2, 2023

In December 2022, I was starting to long for something more. I believe anyone can build a company as long as they have a clear vision, the market is right, they’re self-aware, understand the nuances of the industry, and they have the grit to power through the roadblocks. ExplodingIdeas.co landing page ExplodingIdeas.co

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The Creative Penn

APRIL 24, 2023

Plus, Build for Tomorrow: An Action Plan for Embracing Change, Adapting Fast, and Future-Proofing your Career by Jason Feifer; The future of publishing is now on the Dialogue Doctor podcast; Content vs connection [Jay Acunzo on Twitter ]; Why I'm focusing on being an AI-assisted artisan author; Death of an Author, from Pushkin Press.

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The Creative Penn

MARCH 27, 2023

With its detailed reports on how to improve your writing and integration with Scrivener, ProWritingAid will help you improve your book before you send it to an editor, agent or publisher. It was my first memoir, and also about solo walking pilgrimages, which is hardly a mainstream topic! Was it worth it? What happens to Pilgrimage now?

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Smart Blogger

NOVEMBER 15, 2022

Whether you’re a seasoned freelance writer or a new writer with no experience, freelance writing jobs that pay are still plentiful in 2022, 2023, and beyond — if: You know where to look… You know how to promote yourself… And you know how to differentiate yourself from your fellow writers. That’s where we come in. The common theme?

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Smart Blogger

NOVEMBER 1, 2022

Fast-forward three years, and I’m a full-time writer at a marketing agency and a Smart Blogger freelancer on the side. So I can tell you it is possible to find creative writing jobs and start a lucrative side hustle or full-time business — even without experience or qualifications. What Types of Jobs Can You Find in Creative Writing?

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The Creative Penn

DECEMBER 12, 2022

Why might a first-time author choose the self-publishing route? Barnaby Jameson talks about his experience with his first historical novel, and why valuing intellectual property is critical for authors to understand. Plus tips for self-publishing and marketing. Valid until the end of 2022.

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Enchanting Marketing

NOVEMBER 2, 2022

To be exact, I published my first blog post here on 2 November 2012. I was full of self-doubt. We all self-sabotage. A grasp of reader psychology so you can captivate people and entice them to read your writing from your first to your last word. You know, it feels crazy. My plans were hazy. Rewild your attention.

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The Creative Penn

NOVEMBER 4, 2022

Use promo code PENN at checkout for 1 free book upload, print, ebook, or both, if uploaded at the same time—until December 31, 2022. Different writing processes for fiction and non-fiction How the basics of marketing don’t change and what is working for Shane since he started earlier in 2022, 15 years after Joanna.

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The Creative Penn

DECEMBER 19, 2022

What has changed in the publishing industry over the last few years? How can mid-list authors thrive in uncertain times? Rachael Herron ]; My Pilgrimage Kickstarter pre-launch page ; History Quill Writer's Conference ; Get 33% off my ebooks, audiobooks and courses for the rest of 2022. Valid until the end of 2022.

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The Write Life

OCTOBER 3, 2022

With thousands of dollars in cash prizes and numerous opportunities to secure a publishing contract, you’re sure to find the right free writing contest for your work. (If This boutique publishing firm offers cash prizes and promotional packages to winning authors. Fiction and nonfiction writing contests this year.

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The Creative Penn

MARCH 25, 2024

With its detailed reports on how to improve your writing and integration with Scrivener, ProWritingAid will help you improve your book before you send it to an editor, agent or publisher. Matt Holmes gives his tips as well as insights from running my ads for my store, JFPennBooks.com. Here are the highlights and the full transcript is below.

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The Creative Penn

NOVEMBER 9, 2022

What are some of the fundamentals behind self-publishing success? James Blatch shares tips and insights as well as introducing the Launchpad course from Self Publishing Formula. He’s also the co-founder of Self-Publishing Formula, Fuse Books, Hello Books, and the co-host of The Self-Publishing Show.

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Backlinko

MARCH 25, 2024

SEO Agency of the Year Winner Harry Sanders started StudioHawk when he was just 17 years old and homeless. Fast-forward, StudioHawk grew its revenue from 3.4 million in 2021 to 5.6 million in 2023. 1 SEO software of choice? If you’re just looking for one tool, go with Semrush. We spend about $10,000 a month on a Semrush subscription. It gets better.

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Content Hacker

OCTOBER 25, 2022

Here’s why: First, content marketing will be worth $600 billion in 2024. But the content marketing ROI statistics prove that this industry’s growth is NOT slowing down any time soon. Apply to my powerful coaching program if a self-sufficient online business is something you desperately need to build. Incredible, right?!

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The Creative Penn

DECEMBER 5, 2022

In the intro, publishing year in review [ Kris Rusch ]; how you can use ChatGPT with examples; Collaborative writing with AI [ Andrew Mayne ]; Open AI usage guidelines ; Ethical AI usage for authors [ ALLi ]. Get 33% off my ebooks, audiobooks and courses for the rest of 2022. Valid until end of 2022. Show Notes.

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The Creative Penn

NOVEMBER 4, 2022

In this wide-ranging interview on the Prickly Pens Podcast, Joanna Penn talks about changing careers from IT to becoming an independent author, the early days of self-publishing and how things have changed, inspiration for fiction, generosity as the basis for a business, and how the future might look for writers. Show Notes.

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The Creative Penn

NOVEMBER 4, 2022

In this wide-ranging interview on the Prickly Pens Podcast, Joanna Penn talks about changing careers from IT to becoming an independent author, the early days of self-publishing and how things have changed, inspiration for fiction, generosity as the basis for a business, and how the future might look for writers. Show Notes.

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The Creative Penn

JANUARY 6, 2023

In the intro, publishing trends for 2023 [ Written Word Media ]; Apple AI narration ; ChatGPT into Bing [ The Verge ]; Comments on Audible [ Brandon Sanderson , Audiblegate ]; TikTok ban and problems [ Reuters , Rolling Stone ]; my Pilgrimage Kickstarter. Third time? Fourth time? Joanna: I reckon it might be the fifth time.

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The Creative Penn

NOVEMBER 7, 2022

Ada-Ari talks about how she writes, publishes and markets her children's books based on African folk tales and African languages in the USA. This podcast is sponsored by Kobo Writing Life , which helps authors self-publish and reach readers in global markets through the Kobo eco-system. How can you market books for children?

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The Creative Penn

JUNE 19, 2023

With its detailed reports on how to improve your writing and integration with Scrivener amongst other software, ProWritingAid will help you improve your book before you send it to an editor, agent or publisher. When was last time we did this thing? Damon: It is a decade in indie publishing, right?

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ProBlogger

AUGUST 25, 2022

The post 10 Ways to Switch Your Brain to Writing Mode When Working From Home appeared first on ProBlogger. Finding it hard to make time to blog? When I sit down to the computer after a morning of LEGO fights and snack time, I’m not always inspired and motivated to be productive. Photo by Humairah L. on Unsplash. Be prepared.

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ProBlogger

AUGUST 25, 2022

The post 10 Ways to Switch Your Brain to Writing Mode When Working From Home appeared first on ProBlogger. Finding it hard to make time to blog? When I sit down to the computer after a morning of LEGO fights and snack time, I’m not always inspired and motivated to be productive. Photo by Humairah L. on Unsplash. Be prepared.

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Quick Sprout

SEPTEMBER 9, 2022

Paychecks go out, time off gets tracked, employees update their own changes of address—generally, it makes everything run smoothly with a lot less work. Gusto — Best for Your First 50 Hires. Great for early-stage companies Simple onboarding and benefits Makes payroll a cinch Time tracking features. Visit Gusto.

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The Creative Penn

AUGUST 11, 2023

How can AI tools help authors who struggle with energy and time because of disability, chronic pain, health conditions, post-viral fatigue, or other unavoidable life issues? Today's show is sponsored by my wonderful patrons who fund my brain so I have time to think about and discuss these futurist topics impacting authors.

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