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Social media got you down?


I’m astonished by how deeply social media has flattened the collective notion about what “getting out there” and “showing up” actually *is*. That’s not a criticism; it’s taken me years to accept that I prefer conversations and handwritten notes to develop and nurture professional relationships, not “posting”. But what’s been noteworthy lately is how I’m beginning to hear more people articulate what it is about marketing on social media that feels off to them. Among some of the things I’ve …

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5 Quick & Dirty Ways to Stop Goofing Off and Get Your Writing Done

Procrastination is the enemy. When you’ve only got 45 or 60 minutes to get a piece of writing done for your business, every second counts and focus is worth its weight in dark chocolate with sea salt and almonds… Here are 5 ways to park your butt in your chair so your writing gets done: … Read More >

How to Create More Success and Spaciousness in Your Marketing and Promotions

You sit in front of your computer. The page is blank in front of you. The cursor blinks at you, mockingly.   You decide to do the dishes. Fold laundry. Clean your office.   Two hours later, you realize you haven’t written anything. (But your kitchen counters are clean).   One of the biggest challenges … Read More >

How to write gourmet marketing

One of the biggest challenges business owners face when it comes to writing is this: they follow what I call a ‘fast food’ process. Here’s what most self-employed professionals think the process is: 1) Sit down. 2) Write. It’s a lot like going to the drive through, no? (Sorry, my bad. Should be ‘drive-thru.’) But … Read More >