My business is like a tree. Oh yes.
OK so this is going to sound really corny, I know. But the more I think about it the more I really do think this is a good analogy (big … Continue Reading My business is like a tree. Oh yes.
“Just a Card”: Three little words, trying to change livelihoods
Words are powerful little things. The JUST A CARD campaign is here to remind us all that every single tiny purchase is vital to helping our small businesses survive. Notice … Continue Reading “Just a Card”: Three little words, trying to change livelihoods
Ten things every NEW freelancer needs
A while back I posted about ten things every freelancer knows. But that got me to thinking… there are freelancers who don’t know those things yet. There are BRAND NEW … Continue Reading Ten things every NEW freelancer needs
GDPR is good: Why GDPR is your friend
I might be about to make myself unpopular. Especially given the torrent of consent emails currently overflowing from all our inboxes. But I think GDPR is pretty good. Yes, it’s … Continue Reading GDPR is good: Why GDPR is your friend
Ooh another video – briefing your copywriter
Yes, yes, I know. You’ve probably already seen some of the content of this video before. Here. If you haven’t seen it there, then maybe click that link and take … Continue Reading Ooh another video – briefing your copywriter
What my clients say…
I’ve had some fresh testimonials from clients recently, so I’ll let them tell you what they think about working with me… Find out more about what I do, and … Continue Reading What my clients say…
Making the most of mistakes
A few weeks ago, over Easter, I uploaded a quick post onto LinkedIn. It was one of those (for me) really uncomfortable posts saying ‘I’m great, hire me’ rather than … Continue Reading Making the most of mistakes
How a copywriter edits
No writer I know would say they write perfectly first time. And every writer I know would tell you that it’s easier to write something (however bad) and then work … Continue Reading How a copywriter edits
Starting from scratch: Things your copywriter will want to know
A copywriter can do wonderful things with words, but they’re not mind-readers. Investing a little of your time and effort to brief them thoroughly will help them write you the … Continue Reading Starting from scratch: Things your copywriter will want to know
Ten things every freelancer knows
1 That you really should get dressed every day. 2 The absolute thrill of each and every invoice being paid. 3 That fresh air is your friend. 4 To keep … Continue Reading Ten things every freelancer knows
Ten reasons to write for other people (or the benefits of guest blogging)
Writing for your blog is important. I’ve been neglecting mine recently, and it’s shown in the traffic I’ve been getting, and not getting. I’ve even used up my stock of … Continue Reading Ten reasons to write for other people (or the benefits of guest blogging)
Rediscovering reading: from dragging heels to devouring books
I got lost a lot when I was growing up. My habit of reading as many street signs as I could as we passed them by meant I could tell … Continue Reading Rediscovering reading: from dragging heels to devouring books
Where the magic happens: the alchemy of pictures and words
Today I’m bringing you a guest blog thanks to Jemima Willcox Photography. Find out more about her at the end of the post! I’ve always been a creative person. Growing up … Continue Reading Where the magic happens: the alchemy of pictures and words
Love what you do (and do what you love)
When I was rooting around in an old box the other day I found a couple of tests my Mum had kept from my primary school days. At a guess, … Continue Reading Love what you do (and do what you love)
How to stay organised: keeping your sanity when you’re self-employed
If you run your own business you’ll know that sometimes it can get a little… well… disorganised. You have to cover everything from the service you offer, to marketing, finance, … Continue Reading How to stay organised: keeping your sanity when you’re self-employed
A cautionary tale
Sven is a carpenter. Sven has a carpentry business. Sven makes beautiful furniture. Sven wanted a website so he could sell his beautiful furniture online. Sven thought about all the … Continue Reading A cautionary tale
