What Creative Writing Genre Should You Try?

Photo by Judit Peter on Pexels.com When you think of creative writing, you might think that one of the only options available to you is to write a novel. Writing a novel can be a fun and engaging pursuit, but it can also be an incredible amount of work, and some writers don't necessarily want … Continue reading What Creative Writing Genre Should You Try?

Ask a Social Media Manager: Do Likes Matter?

Photo by Pixabay on Pexels.com Question: Does how many Likes your post gets matter? Answer: There are a variety of ways to look at Likes. While Likes used to be a key marker of success on social media, there are now a lot more ways to measure the success of a post. That's not to … Continue reading Ask a Social Media Manager: Do Likes Matter?

Action Item: Join a Facebook Group

Photo by Pixabay on Pexels.com Are you and your business on Facebook? If so, you should be checking out relevant Facebook groups! Facebook groups are a great place for people to gather around a shared location or interest–for example, there are many groups for residents of towns or regions, and there are just as many … Continue reading Action Item: Join a Facebook Group

Ask a Social Media Manager: How Do I Grow My Following on Social Media?

Photo by PhotoMIX Company on Pexels.com Question: How do I increase my following on social media? Answer: Your follower count is one of the many metrics that can indicate the success or growth of your account. But follower counts alone don't indicate success on social media. What's really important is your connection with your target … Continue reading Ask a Social Media Manager: How Do I Grow My Following on Social Media?

Repost: Editing Strategies for New Writers

Photo by Ivan Samkov on Pexels.com Maybe you've never written anything before, or perhaps you've written plenty of things, but never edited them. If you're new to the editing process, it may seem a little daunting. It can be difficult to get your ideas down on paper in the first place, but it's something entirely … Continue reading Repost: Editing Strategies for New Writers

Action Item: Brainstorm Content in Advance

Photo by ready made on Pexels.com It's easy to get overwhelmed by social media simply because you don't know what to post. Social media requires frequent updates–some of the most successful accounts are posting new content several times a day. While you don't necessarily have to be posting that regularly to see success, it can … Continue reading Action Item: Brainstorm Content in Advance

Social Media Specific: Instagram Highlights

You may already know about Insta Stories–the pictures or video clips that only last 24 hours after they're posted. But there's a way to preserve your Stories for future viewing, all using Highlights. Highlights can be accessed as circular icons underneath an Instagram bio. You can have one Highlight, many, or none–it all depends on … Continue reading Social Media Specific: Instagram Highlights

Ask a Social Media Manager: Should I Share About My Business On My Personal Accounts?

Photo by Ketut Subiyanto on Pexels.com Question: Should I share about my business on my personal social media accounts? Answer: Let's say you just started a new business–congratulations! One of the first things you'll want to do is create a social media presence specifically for your business. Even though you're the business owner, it's a … Continue reading Ask a Social Media Manager: Should I Share About My Business On My Personal Accounts?

Action Item: Engaging on Social Media

Photo by Prateek Katyal on Pexels.com You might think a lot about who is Liking and commenting on your posts on social media, but how often are you interacting with other people and business' posts? While you want to remain professional in your interactions on social media, there's nothing holding you back from engaging with … Continue reading Action Item: Engaging on Social Media

Writing-Related Resolutions for 2023

Photo by RF._.studio on Pexels.com As we continue into the new year, now is the perfect time to give your writing routine a refresh! Start your year off strong by making a resolution to improve your writing routine, strengthen your skills, or connect with other writers. Make 2023 the year that you hit your writing … Continue reading Writing-Related Resolutions for 2023