Jane Friedman

JUNE 14, 2023

Photo by Miguel Á. Padriñán Ask the Editor is a column for your questions about the editing process and editors themselves. It also features first-page critiques. Want to be considered? Submit your question or submit your pages. This month’s Ask the Editor is sponsored by The Writing Consultancy. Stuck on revisions? Work with an expert editor to revise and submit your fiction or memoir.

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Melanie Saxton

JUNE 16, 2023

As a digital writer, law blogger, book editor for attorneys, and journalist covering legal topics, it was a distinct honor to interview two giants in the personal injury and Christian trial lawyer realm. Exactly twelve years ago, on June 14, 2011, I spoke with the late Robert Simmons (1941–2020), Founder of the Simmons & Fletcher law firm in Houston, and the late Keith Fletcher (1955–2019), who served as the lead personal injury trial attorney at the firm.

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Grammarly

JUNE 14, 2023

In the age of applicant tracking systems (ATS), a competitive job market, and limited positions in certain fields, writing a résumé can feel like a high-stakes undertaking. Maybe you’re starting to apply for new jobs, aren’t hearing back about your applications, or want to refresh your résumé. Instead of wondering what to include in a résumé or whether it will land you the job you’re looking for, use these résumé tips as a complete resource for writing a polished résumé that is mistake-free and

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Content Marketing Institute

JUNE 15, 2023

Improve your thought leadership strategy so it focuses on every stage of the customer journey. Expand collaborations. Reimagine a better bridge from your content to your sales team and the buyers.

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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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Jane Friedman

JUNE 15, 2023

Photo by Dan Meyers on Unsplash Today’s post is by regular contributor Susan DeFreitas ( @manzanitafire ), an award-winning author, editor, and book coach. She offers a wide range of courses for writers, including Story Medicine: Better Stories for a Better World , enrolling now for July 10–August 4. There’s a lot of excellent advice on this blog for getting over the finish line with publishing a novel (and a lot of less excellent advice on the same subject elsewhere!).

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Ahrefs

JUNE 11, 2023

In this post, you’ll learn how to repurpose your existing content in different ways. Repurposing content allows you to reach more people without having to create new content from scratch.

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Freelance Union

JUNE 12, 2023

As a freelancer, it can be tempting to prioritize building your client base, honing your craft, and reaping the benefits of an improved work-life balance. However, while focusing on your niche field(s) and specialized skills, it’s important to take time to develop other parts of your business. Why freelancers need leadership skills In other words, you, as the brains and driving force behind your business, are going to need more than your industry experience, technical skills, and exceptio

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Make a Living Writing

JUNE 14, 2023

Have you ever thought about your writing tone? The tone you choose matters because it evokes a strong emotional response in readers. For example, positive tone words have an uplifting effect, while negative tone words create tension or reveal an unhappy attitude. Other tones include friendly, assertive, encouraging, optimistic, and surprised. Understanding how to use tones is an important skill for any type of writer.

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Ahrefs

JUNE 15, 2023

In my experience, identifying a good blog niche is usually determined by three things: If you can find a niche with these elements, it’s likely a good blog niche.

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Content Marketing Institute

JUNE 14, 2023

Prospects want you to tell them a story in the middle of their buyer journey. Great case studies let you do just that – and it’s why over one-third of B2B content marketers say it’s an effective tactic.

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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!

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AIIP

JUNE 15, 2023

By Chris Cochran The ability to tell stories using data in a visually compelling way can be a strategic and effective component of the infopreneur toolbox – we want to help our clients understand the stories data tell. Looking at data visualization differently, and growing that part of the toolbox, was the focus of a… Read More » The post Inspiration-gazing, Fresh Thinking, and Data Visualization appeared first on AIIP Connections Blog.

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Content Hacker

JUNE 15, 2023

So you’ve heard about the benefits of AI writing tools, but finding the right writer seems daunting. You know AI writers can speed up production without sacrificing quality. But where do you find writers who can “drive” these tools with aplomb? How do you vet them, hire them, and train them? No need to fret – I’ve got you.

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ThemeIsle

JUNE 14, 2023

According to Internet Live Stats, there are over 200 million active websites right now. This number means that it has become increasingly challenging to stand out online. Luckily AI SEO tools can help. But which ones are the best? How much do they cost? And what specifically do they offer? In this article, we answer all these important questions for you.

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Write to Done

JUNE 15, 2023

The topic of book introduction examples is vital to dive into due to their influence on readers’ mindset. How a reader feels when he or she starts chapter one and page one of your manuscript impacts how they respond to your writing.

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Speaker: Jeff Tarran, COO, Gunderson Direct & Margaret Pepe, Executive Director of Product Management, U.S. Postal Service

Learn the secrets to direct mail success for growth marketers! Industry veterans Jeff Tarran and Margaret Pepe are here to delve into how direct mail has completely evolved in recent years, and has rightfully earned a seat at the table alongside the email and digital marketing plans of SMBs, enterprise companies, and agencies as they look into strategy for 2024 and beyond.

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Smart Blogger

JUNE 13, 2023

Ever had issues reading small, cramped, or fancy fonts on a page or screen? It’s something most of us have struggled with at one time or another. Well, the good news is we’ve located the easiest font to read (along with several other simple fonts) that’ll revolutionize your reading experience and speed up your productivity. These 13+ fonts have been handpicked for their accessibility and reader-friendliness.

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Jane Friedman

JUNE 13, 2023

Today’s post is by author Audrey Kalman ( @audreykalman ). On April 7, frustrated with my progress on a third full revision and still dancing around my novel’s central story question, I typed the following into my ChatGPT account. Me: I am struggling with defining the one central thing my novel (currently in draft form) is about. Can you help me figure this out?

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ContentWriters

JUNE 14, 2023

Having an online presence is crucial for any size business, regardless of the industry. It’s why the demand for skilled SEO content writers is at an all-time high. But what is search engine optimization (SEO ) content writing, and why are writers who specialize in it so valuable to driving online visibility? In this blog post, we’ll discuss what SEO content writing is, explore the role of an SEO content writer, and share valuable tips for achieving success in SEO writing.

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CopyBlogger

JUNE 13, 2023

Marketing agencies are excellent cash-flowing businesses that don’t require any capital to start and can scale from comfortable lifestyle businesses. Continue Reading The post How to Start a Marketing Agency: Go From Freelancer to CEO appeared first on Copyblogger.

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Speaker: Akeel Jabber, B2B SaaS Investor and Growth Marketer at Horizen Capital

⭐ Are you ready to boost campaign success? Consider the untapped potential of integrating direct mail marketing seamlessly with digital marketing strategies. Combining the physical, tangible impact of direct mail with the dynamic reach of digital marketing can be a game-changer, significantly increasing your ROI when done right. Direct mail grabs attention, making it great for reaching your target audience 📩 Digital marketing keeps the momentum going, driving action 📲 So.

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Smart Blogger

JUNE 16, 2023

Curious about brand ambassadors? Well, you’re in the right place! In the ever-evolving world of marketing, brand ambassadors serve as the human face of a company, charming audiences and creating strong connections. Whether it’s someone famous or an enthusiastic college student, they play a crucial role in your digital marketing strategy.

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Content Marketing Institute

JUNE 16, 2023

You’ll never create successful marketing if you ask how to create a memorable message that resonates with all audiences. That lesson was learned this month in the reaction to Pride celebrations by brands, including Bud Light and Sesame Street.

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Freelance Union

JUNE 14, 2023

The freelance industry is rife with useful information on how to better manage clients and achieve better results as a freelancer. But rarely do we find information on how to manage a successful career as a freelancer who has transitioned from running a solo operation to running a remote team. That’s right, today we’re thinking of you, the successful freelancer who’s become a manager and a team leader over time.

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David Meerman Scott

JUNE 13, 2023

Are you constantly telling people that you’re like another brand but somehow superior? Positioning in this way doesn’t work well, and often leads to a race to the bottom. It’s much better to carve out your own positioning rather than draft off somebody else’s.

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Speaker: Tim Buteyn

Let's set the scene: you’ve identified a critical performance gap in your organization and need to close that gap. A colleague suggests training, but you suspect there’s something going on that training can’t address. How can you determine if training is the right solution before you commit your budget and resources to a new training program? In this webinar, you will learn how to determine if training is the right solution using the Behavior Engineering Model.

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Smart Blogger

JUNE 14, 2023

Navigating the digital landscape can be tough, right? But what if you had a powerful ally in AI copywriting tools? Tools that understand your needs, streamlining your writing process, and boosting your content’s impact. We’re talking about tools like ChatGPT, Jasper, and a few others that are revolutionizing the way we create content. Curious?

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Content Marketing Institute

JUNE 13, 2023

How companies use generative AI tools reveals how they view content marketing. If they embrace a strategic approach, AI’s real power isn’t creating content.

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Freelance Union

JUNE 13, 2023

If you are a freelancer doing business in New York State and you have not filed your taxes in any of these categories: income tax, corporate tax, or sales tax, you may be eligible for New York State’s Voluntary Disclosure and Compliance Program. This program allows taxpayers with unfiled taxes to voluntarily declare this and pay what they owe.

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Blogging From Paradise

JUNE 12, 2023

I noted a few sales of this eBook recently: 7 Steps to Build a Full Time Income Earning Blog The sales are […]

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Speaker: Tim Buteyn, President of ThinkingKap Learning Solutions

We’ve all been there. You’ve been given a pile of dry content and asked to create a compelling eLearning course. You’re determined to create something more engaging than the same old course that learners quickly click through, but how do you take this “boring” content and create something relevant and engaging? Many instructional designers will say, “Boring in means boring out.

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Smart Blogger

JUNE 12, 2023

Navigating the vast world of cold emails can feel daunting, right? You’re not alone. Here’s a secret: A solid, well-crafted cold email could be your golden ticket to new opportunities. From defining your goal to personalizing your message, we’ll dive into actionable strategies that will make your cold email marketing stand out, win over your prospects, and drive results.

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Ahrefs

JUNE 14, 2023

Example interactions include: Some events like scrolling or zooming are not counted. Let’s look at how fast your FID should be and how to improve it.

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Publishing Trends

JUNE 16, 2023

Every week, we recommend 5 publishing articles/blog posts that supplement the major news for the week. Whether data or industry commentary, we hope these 5 links will be a simple way to keep you in the know. What impact will AI have on publishing jobs ? Should the literary canon be dismantled? How has AI been used for storytelling ? What step has Illinois taken against book bans ?

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Blogging From Paradise

JUNE 16, 2023

After observing children whose parents took ’em along for world travels, I wanted to write this post for parents everywhere.

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Speaker: Chester Santos – Author, International Keynote Speaker, Executive Coach, Corporate Trainer, Memory Expert, U.S. Memory Champion

In October, scientists discovered that 75% of patients who experienced brain fog had a lower quality of life at work than those who did not. At best, brain fog makes you slower and less efficient. At worst, your performance and cognitive functions are impaired, resulting in memory, management, and task completion problems. In this entertaining and interactive presentation, Chester Santos, "The International Man of Memory," will assist you in developing life-changing skills that will greatly enha

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