The Real Writing Is In The Edit

editing skills to improve your blog

“The real writing happens in the edit” I find myself saying that a lot. I say it, because I believe it and I preach it to anyone writing their own blogs and other content. I’m going to use a rather Continue reading The Real Writing Is In The Edit

6 Harmful Blogging Mistakes

Six common blogging mistakes to avoid

  I love blogging. Blogging and networking are my two favourite ways to market myself and my business. Writing and chatting – Brilliant.   As a writer, blogging is the most intuitive way to communicate my message, but it doesn’t Continue reading 6 Harmful Blogging Mistakes

Improve Brand Awareness With A Blog (Guest Post)

Raise your brand awareness with a blog

Hosting another contributor to the blog today. A differnt perspective on how blogging can benefit your business.   Why Blogging is Great to Improve Your Brand Awareness   For SMEs (small businesses), producing regular high-quality content on their site is Continue reading Improve Brand Awareness With A Blog (Guest Post)

How To Optimize The Images On Your Blog

Optimizing your blog images. Photos

Let’s get real, if you open a web page and see an impenetrable wall of text with no images, you will probably click away. Even the most avid reader will squint and think twice before diving in! Break It Up Continue reading How To Optimize The Images On Your Blog

Six Blogging FAQ

As a writing mentor for businesses, I’m frequently asked to speak at events on the finer points and skills associated with building a successful business blog to grow your influence. When I’m speaking to new bloggers, I’m always asked the Continue reading Six Blogging FAQ

What Do My Blog Readers Need From Me? (A-Z of Blogging: Need)

There’s a mantra in fiction writing, ‘Show don’t tell’.   Reader’s Need Context Don’t tell us the character is crying, show us their heartbreak, describe the anguish in their expression. It’s much more powerful and compelling. The same goes for Continue reading What Do My Blog Readers Need From Me? (A-Z of Blogging: Need)

How Jargon Is Killing Your Blog (A-Z of Blogging)

I hate jargon! How Jargon ruins your blogs

A letter drifted through my letterbox from Bristol City Council. Now, I’d consider myself to be a reasonably literate and educated person. I’m no brain of Britain, but as a word weaver, it takes a lot for me to struggle Continue reading How Jargon Is Killing Your Blog (A-Z of Blogging)

Sunday Reboot: Plan Your Proactive Week

We all know that having a plan is a sensible idea when you work for yourself. It’s the proactive thing to do. Whether it’s a plan for the overall strategy of the business, a plan for your marketing or a Continue reading Sunday Reboot: Plan Your Proactive Week

The AIDA Blog Structure

AIDA Blog Structure

Like it or not, we are creatures of habit and routine. To varying degrees, we want structure and order in our lives to thrive. When you run your own business, orderly systems and processes will keep you on track, allow Continue reading The AIDA Blog Structure

The Single Best Tip for Blogging

Single best tip to grow your blog

I started my first blog in 2013 as a vehicle to get my first novel off the ground. Since then, I’ve build a business around helping entreprenerus to discover the power in their own words, my top tip to grow Continue reading The Single Best Tip for Blogging