Category: Creative Business
Insights on running a creative business and the entrepreneurial side of pursuing a creative career.
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9 Steps for Writing Quality Blog Posts (Even If You Aren’t a Writer)
5–8 minutesWhether you’re new to blogging, not an experienced writer, or just overwhelmed by the hundreds of articles out there explaining how to write a blog post, crafting a quality post can be a huge challenge. Even seasoned writers can come down with a case of creative block when faced with trying to make a simple…
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How Ham Made Me Learn More About Instagram Shadowbanning
3–5 minutesA sudden, consistent drop in reach and engagement on Instagram usually means one of two things. Either Instagram’s algorithm changed recently or you’ve been shadowbanned. Since I spent last two weeks trying to figure out which one had happened to me after a funny incident involving ham (hamcident?), I wanted to share what I’ve learned.
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Unfold by Squarespace: Link in Bio Site Tool Review (2025)
11–17 minutesUnfold is a sleek, mobile-first tool designed to help creators build simple bio sites. And it comes from the same folks behind Squarespace. That sets a strong expectation for design polish and brand trust, but is it worth using?
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Why Do I Hate Annoying Follow for Follow Requests?
4–6 minutesThe point is to invite people to be part of your community. A good invitation uses good manners. A bad invitation comes in the form of the people at kiosks in the mall who chase after you with their questions and free samples.
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My 5 Lessons on Getting Organized After Losing a Job
4–6 minutesThis wasn’t the way I wanted to leave–certainly not without another job lined up and right after I’d just signed on for another year at my apartment. But I got out. I tried to focus on that and move on.
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3 Tips for Fighting Overwhelm When Work Gets Chaotic
3–4 minutesWhen you’re trying to build your brand through social media and a blog, any absence or deviation from your schedule can feel like a failure. Fortunately, there are a few small changes you can make to get back on top of things and feel less guilty when something comes along to throw off your routine.
The AJSWITZY Project 