Author: Amanda Surowitz
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How to Be a Writer
2–3 minutesIf you want to know how to be a writer, think more about why you want to be a writer. Figure out what drives you to write. Do things that work with your energy, not against it.
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Second Place Cravings and Confessions
3–5 minutesI couldn’t have been more surprised when I won my first writing award seven years ago. I didn’t even know I was competing until I heard my name called.
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Blog Reinvention Gets Messier Each Time
2–3 minutesUp until 2014, my site had free hosting on WordPress.com. When I bought my domain, we essentially cloned the site and rebuilt it on WordPress.org. The old version on WordPress.com was still there, but invisible to the public because of a domain redirect we set up. Based on my needs and available options, I chose…
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How I Fixed My Biggest Blogging Issue
2–3 minutesWhether you’re just starting a blog or you’ve been doing it for years, coming up with post topics can be a struggle. I frequently check out lists of blog post prompts for inspiration. Typically, only a handful spark an idea. I might jot down some initial thoughts and return to them later when I have…
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Find Support to Protect Your Mental Health
1–2 minutesWhen you have to cope with things throughout the workday that can affect your mental health, it’s important to get familiar with your usual triggers. Maybe, with a few adjustments, you can avoid some stressors altogether. But if you can’t avoid them, there’s one thing to do. Figure out the support system that works best…
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Brand Styling: Matching the Best Visuals to Your Business
2–3 minutesWhether you’re just building your brand or looking to refresh its style, these elements are the basics to brand styling. It’s a good idea to routinely ask if your designs match your business, or if they could be improved. Remember: as your business grows, it’s normal for some things to change. Just be sure everything…
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