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Writing a business blog? Include these 6 things
So, you’ve decided to kick your marketing game up a notch and want to write a business blog - this is a very wise decision and I’m super proud of you! When written correctly and consistently, blogs are a highly effective marketing tool. For optimum effect, there are a...
Why Copywriting is Emotional
We are emotional creatures. Which is why you need to remember that your readers, clients and potential clients are too emotional creatures, just like you and me. Why? Because copywriting is emotional. Let me explain. Emotional Copywriting When writing copy, you...
Small Business – A roller coaster worth the ride
Wow. 3 years. 3 years since I decided to start a little business called Craven Content! At that time, I was working a full-time job in financial planning (of all things) and had absolutely no idea how I’d start a business, but my passion for writing drove me and I...
The business of procrastination – Emotional or just plain lazy?
The business of procrastination. It’s real. I do it. I think we all do it. But why? What is procrastination? The meaning of procrastination is simple. According to the Google dictionary, procrastination is the action of delaying or postponing something. Finding...
Writer’s Block – Is it real?
Writer’s Block. Is it real? Or just a figment of our imagination? Whether it’s real or not. I get it! I procrastinate, I pace around the house with a self-pitying expression on my face, I eat, I make too many cups of tea, I clean the kitchen, I google things, I even...
Running a business solo? You need to read this
Recently, I wrote about my struggle and how I got from struggle to strength and the business networking communities that helped. Some of these communities are: The BNI High Flyers Inspired Women Social Media Perth Like Minded Bitches Drinking Wine (yes, that is the...
From Struggle, to Strength – My first official year in business
As an only child, who thoroughly enjoys her own company, has been single for five years and lived alone for two, being solo is something I am more than used to. This is why, starting my own solo business from home, seemed like it was going to be a piece of cake (yes,...
You may mean business, but it’s okay to say no!
Today I said no. I said no to a potential client. I said no for the first time in my business. I bet you’re thinking, “She must be crazy!” But first, let me explain… A potential client wanted some website copy written within 3 business days. I knew that...
Why you need quality copy on your website!
Whether your small business is old or new, at one point or another, updating your website is something you will simply have to do! It could be a brand-new website, with new branding, new images, new everything – the whole shebang! Or, you could simply update a few...
People buy from people – Let me show you why
I’m a big believer in the fact that it’s okay to share something personal about yourself. It’s okay to be real and it’s okay to be a little vulnerable, even in the business world. Why? Because people buy from people and if you don’t show your personality, yourself...
Do you know your ideal customer?
Knowing and truly understanding your ideal customer is a vital part of a profitable and purposeful business. It helps you create better products and services, write better copy and focus your time and energy on the important aspects of your business. Doing so, will...
I can write. Why do I need you?
In a recent meeting, I was slightly challenged when a potential client said: “I can write! Why do I need you?" Admittedly, I was slightly taken a back as I had never been asked this question before. After pausing, I responded with, “I’m glad you asked. I need...