I decided to try a new hobby. Trust me, this has definitely been a challenge for me. I am a lady of a certain age, weight, and physical conditioning that does not necessarily scream AVID MOUNTAIN HIKER. I have been intrigued with hiking in the Rocky Mountains since I first moved to Colorado twenty three … Continue reading
According to this infographic, companies that blog generate 67% more leads than those that don’t. This is promising news for freelance writers and business bloggers. There are many blogging companies. You won’t necessarily get rich blogging for a content company but it is a great way to pocket a little money and hone your skills … Continue reading
As the year begins anew, I am trying to balance my professional writing with my creative writing. Honestly, after blogging all day for others, or assisting someone through a resume process, I am burnt out and experience writing fatigue. The last thing I want to do is sit at a computer during my free time, … Continue reading
This infographic offers some great advice for creating interesting, relevant blog content. I know that I need to blog more. I get bogged down with my business writing and I have neglected my fun writing. Hey, it is a new year. I plan on taking more time to write just for the joy of writing. … Continue reading
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– 10 Step Guide to Better Blogging – The attached article provides ten practical steps to improve your blog. It is important to be concise and quotable. Content, though, still rules. Fresh, original content will definitely lift your blog up out of the cacophony of ‘noise’ that bombards the typical viewer. As a blogger, you … Continue reading
Writing can be tough. I have hit the writer’s block head-on, stunned by the impact. When I am literally at a loss for words, procrastination affects my time management. When I designate a block of time to work on my creative writing, something or someone creates an unforeseen distraction; a distraction I willingly accept. When … Continue reading
Welcome to Straighten Up and Fly Write! As a personal blog, my goal is to share writing tips, create motivation and inspiration, and encourage others to actively blog. We all have stories to share. Each person is the author of his or her own life and, through writing, one can claim authorship. Through blogging, we … Continue reading
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