Tag: Advice
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7 Real Marketing Strategies for Tattoo Artists
From an avid tattoo lover who fell for these. Alright, I’ll admit it. I’m not actually a tattoo artist (though I would love to be). And I’ve never done marketing for a tattoo studio — yet. So why should you trust me? Because I’m a huge fan of tattoos, and I’ve been a regular client…
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20 Copywriter Interview Questions I Ask as a Content Manager
As a content manager, part of my job is to find the right, talented copywriter that will take the directions I provide — and write words that will take the audience on a journey. To do that, I don’t just read resumes or cover letters, but I also ask in-depth writing interview questions to weed out the…
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For the Love of God, Don’t Use Canva For Your Logos.
Back in high school, I learned the basics of graphic design for our school yearbook. Thanks to my teacher, I got to design everything from logos to letterheads. And I also learned that at the basic level, anyone can do it. Well, almost anyone. If you’re using the right tools, it’s not difficult to make a simple…
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Why SEO Tools like Yoast Won’t Help You Rank 1st on Google
And how to actually get the top spots. Just add some keywords, transition words, and alt text, then you’ll rank #1 on Google immediately, right? Wrong. And it’s frustrating that so many people think SEO is actually that easy. Now, I know exactly why it’s happening. Free, cheap, and even professional SEO tools are all…
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How To Write the Perfect Boardgame Rulebook (With Examples)
Everything you need & tips for copywriting. Want to create a boardgame rulebook that people will actually enjoy reading? Most of us don’t think about the rulebook being a place where we can be creative. Often, game designers are more focused on the mechanics, design, or gameplay itself. And yet, the rulebook is one of…
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How to Write a Podcast Script that Isn’t Insanely Boring
From your fav writer & podcasting babe In high school, I wrote my first script and let me tell you… it was atrocious. It was a one-act play about a teenager whose grandpa thought he was Indiana Jones. The plot was cheesy and all it had going for it was the comedic story about the…
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The 5 Freelance Writing Tools & Tech I Can’t Live Without
Whether you’re working from home or abroad. “There’s no way I can make a living as a freelance writer. But I’m unemployed so why the hell not give it a shot?” — Me Yup, that’s how I felt two years ago. Now, let me start by saying, becoming a full-time freelance writer is far from easy. It’s one…
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Stop Expecting to be Paid $200+ for a Blog as a Beginner
From a writer who does charge that much. Today on things that bother me: Too many experienced writers are telling newbies about their rates and encouraging novice writers to charge $200, $500, or even $1000 dollars for a blog or a sales page. And it’s just causing more problems. They’re boasting about their amazing lives…
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3 Myths About Freelance Writing I’m Sick of Seeing
From an actual writer not trying to scam you I don’t know what it is… but I’m seeing a lot of ahem *trash* on the internet lately — especially in regards to freelance writing. And it’s not just some harmless little opinions about the oxford comma (I’m in favour). People are spreading a lot of…
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Why being a Digital Nomad isn’t the “Dream” for Everyone
I’m writing this from a small restaurant in Mexico to say that it’s being a digital nomad is — big surprise — not all it’s cracked up to be. Sure, I get to wander the streets of Guadalajara with my laptop in tow, soaking up the sunshine and learning a new language. But what you…
Victoria Fraser 