Wed.Feb 14, 2024

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It’s time to step out from behind the curtain, and be more human.

Nick Ursborne

As a freelancer, I am my brand. I’m me… the good, the bad and the less-than-perfect. Human, through and through. I do my best to keep the less-than-perfect parts to myself. But even if they peek out from behind the curtain from time to time, that’s not so bad. It just shows I’m real. More specifically, it shows I’m not an Artificial Intelligence. It’s time to be more human.

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Hybrid Publishers and Paid Publishing Services: Red Flags to Watch For

Jane Friedman

Photo by C. G. on Unsplash Today’s post is by author Joel Pitney, founder of Launch My Book. “It takes them weeks to get back to me.” “I have no idea where my book is published.” “Royalties? What royalties? I haven’t seen a penny come my way and it’s been over a year.” “The cover is fine, I guess. I didn’t have much control over the final product.” “I wish I had talked to you months ago.

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5+ Real Ways AI Can Benefit Your Content and Marketing Today

Content Marketing Institute

Welcome AI onto your content and marketing teams. It can transform your data, SEO, idea generation, and research into bigger and better results for your strategy and audience.

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Keyword Diversification: Cannibalization’s Good Twin (SEO Study)

Ahrefs

Now, classic SEO theory says that if you rank with more than one page for a keyword, it’s a cannibalization issue, and you should fix it.

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How to Leverage Behavioral Science Insights for Direct Mail Success

Speaker: Neal Boornazian, President and Nancy Harhut, Co-Founder and Chief Creative Officer - HBT Marketing

Direct mail has consistently remained a powerful tool in the marketer's arsenal, but in an age of digital dominance, its effectiveness hinges on the strategic integration of behavioral science. 💡 When you incorporate powerful behavioral science principles into your direct mail marketing strategies, you can prompt the hardwired decision-making shortcuts your audience relies on — and that automatically unlocks new avenues for engagement, conversion, and brand loyalty.

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How to CORRECTLY Edit an AI Generated Blog Post to Rank

Bramework

Today’s digital landscape offers bloggers an unprecedented tool: AI. But how do you harness this power to create content that resonates and ranks? Our latest video tutorial walks you through the CLEAR framework , our secret recipe for editing AI-generated blog posts. Learn How To Cut the Fluff: Learn to streamline your content for clarity and conciseness.

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Mental Health: Finding the Help You Need

Freelance Union

This post is provided by our partner, MetroPlusHealth. Find affordable health plans for New Yorkers of all ages from  MetroPlusHealth. When your life spins out of control, asking for help is a sign of strength, not weakness. The American Psychological Association advises that you get the help of a trained mental health provider if: You constantly worry You feel trapped You aren't getting any better using self-help approaches You feel as if you can't handle things alone Your feelin

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Here’s what to do if your Gmail was hacked

Freelance Union

This article is posted with permission from our partner MacPaw. MacPaw makes Mac + iOS apps that have been installed on over 30 million devices worldwide. Freelancers Union members receive 30 days of free unlimited access to CleanMyMacX and Setapp:  [link] Can a freelancer's Gmail be hacked? Absolutely, yes. You communicate with many people, clients, and services, and it certainly makes you an attractive target for cybercriminals.

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What Is a Blog? A Simple Guide to Starting Your Own

Content Hacker

So, you’re curious about what is a blog. Let’s explore how blogs have evolved from simple online diaries into dynamic platforms for sharing knowledge and driving digital marketing strategies. Along the way, you’ll learn practical tips on starting your own blog, whether it’s for personal expression or as part of a strategic content marketing plan. We’ll also dive into strategies for enhancing your blog’s visibility through effective SEO techniques and interactive social media engagement to attrac

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Tax Deadline Extended for California Storm Victims

Freelance Union

This article is posted with permission from our partner TaxAct. File your freelance taxes with confidence using TaxAct’s easy-to-use tax software. Freelancers Union members get 25% off the cost of federal and state tax filing:  [link] If you’re a California taxpayer affected by recent natural disasters such as severe winter storms, mudslides, flooding, etc., you might be concerned about meeting your tax obligations this year.

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Top Inflation Changes for Tax Year 2023

Freelance Union

This article is posted with permission from our partner TaxAct. File your freelance taxes with confidence using TaxAct’s easy-to-use tax software. Freelancers Union members get 25% off the cost of federal and state tax filing:  [link] While there is no escaping inflation, the IRS adjusts certain tax numbers every year to account for reduced purchasing power.

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SME Relationships: Proven Solutions for Seamless Collaboration and Success

Speaker: Tim Buteyn, President of ThinkingKap Learning Solutions

💢 Do you find yourself stuck in never-ending review cycles? Are you wondering if your Subject Matter Expert actually got that last review request? Are you having trouble trying to decipher impractical or conflicting feedback? 💢 If any of these scenarios sounds familiar, you may benefit from a crash course on managing SME relationships!