Tag: freelance copywriter
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Normal is Nothing but a Setting on the Dryer
Let’s face it — nothing about this moment in time is normal. The pandemic has shaken up our lives in many ways: many people are working remotely, others have been laid off, and kids are learning remotely while dreaming of the time when their lives can finally go “back to normal.”
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Out With the Old, in With the…Whatever
Now that the decorations have been packed away and life is more or less back to normal, I’ve resolved to get back to writing in my own blogs again. For years, I’ve been writing blogs for various clients and neglecting my own blogs. I’m sure you can relate.
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Listen to the Rhythm of the Falling Toddler
One of the perks of being a freelancer is the ability to work from home. Or so I have been told. The commute is non-existent and your basic work wardrobe can consist of whatever happens to be clean (or nothing, if that works for you), plus your schedule is flexible. Your pay schedule can be…
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How to Kick Your Own Butt
Throughout my career as a writer, there have been times when I’m just not feeling it. I would much rather perform dental surgery on my dog than sit down and force myself to write. And who could blame me when there are so many compelling reasons why writing can wait? Time to prospect. A big…
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A Tale of Two Kitties
Actually, this is a tale of 17+ kitties, to be exact. I’m freelancing at an advertising agency this week and am enjoying the corner cubicle of someone who has the good fortune of a full-time job with paid vacation time (sigh…). Like any good armchair sociologist, I looked around her space today to get a…
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The Day I Went Sleeveless to an Interview
Last week, I had an interview for a job, so I planned my outfit down to the last detail. I was going to be the epitome of lady-like style in my jacket, dress, perfectly polished pumps, and sleek hairstyle. Mother Nature and my car had other plans for me: all week, the weather was about…
Sara Barton 