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How to Tell Stories on Instagram With Screenwriter Max Marlow

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Max Marlow studied screenwriting in Goldsmiths in London, graduating in 2017. He wrote several 30-page scripts only to face rejection from film and television agents who wouldn't accept unsolicited materials. Then, Marlow started sharing his writings on Instagram.

In this interview, he explains:

Why every writer can use Instagram to connect with readersHow he uses Instagram photos as a means of conquering writer's blockWhat it takes to tell stories on this social media networkHow...

Teachable Review: Is It Any Good?

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In this Teachable review, I explain if it will help you create and sell an online course.

I joined Teachable in 2016 to create and and sell my first online course.

If you're a non-fiction writer or blogger, creating an online course is a fantastic way of increasing your income, helping readers and building your authority.

But what tools should you use?

This post contains some affiliate links meaning I earn a small commission if you sign up. I only ever recommend tools I've used or tested personally.

Now, in this Teachable rev...

Teachable 2019 Review: Is It Any Good?

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In this Teachable review, I explain if it will help you create and sell an online course.

I joined Teachable in 2016 to create and and sell my first online course.

If you're a non-fiction writer or blogger, creating an online course is a fantastic way of increasing your income, helping readers and building your authority.

But what tools should you use?

This post contains some affiliate links meaning I earn a small commission if you sign up. I only ever recommend tools I've used or tested p...

How To Write SEO Friendly Articles With Abidemi Sanusi

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Abidemi Sanusi is a former human rights worker and now writer. Her book, Eyo, was shortlisted for the 2010 Commonwealth Writers' Prize. Based in London, she's also an SEO consultant and coach.

In this podcast episode she explains:

 Why every writer should learn to write for the webHow to balance writing fiction and nonfictionWhat's working in SEO today for writers and authorsHow she balances creative and analytical workWhy she still writes fiction

And lots more

Listen Now ...

Siteground Review 2019: Is This Web Hosting Provider Worth It?

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I’ll also answer the question should you start blog with Siteground?

Are you considering a new hosting provider? Or do you want to start a new blog or website with WordPress?

If so, you’re in the right place.

I first used Siteground in 2015 to host my WordPress blog after my previous provider let me down. Today, I rely on Siteground for a number of website projects.

But before I get into this Siteground review, let me explain…

This post contains some affiliate links meaning I earn a small co...

Pressidium Review 2019: Is This Web Hosting Provider Worth It?

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In this 2019 Pressidium review, I explain if this web hosting provider is any good and how they can help you.

I tested this managed WordPress hosting provider extensively while writing this Pressidium review and I use it to host Become a Writer Today.

I’ll explain if Pressidium is right for you and the various plans available for business owners.

This post contains some affiliate links meaning I earn a small commission if you sign up. I only ever recommend tools I've used or tested personall...

Ultralearning With Scott Young: How To Learn Skills Faster

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Canadian writer Scott Young learnt the entire MIT computer science curriculum in just one year, travelled around the world for 12-months without speaking english and has taught himself creative skills like drawing portraits.

In his new book, Ultralearning: Master Hard Skills, Outsmart the Competition, and Accelerate Your Career, he's condensed what he and others have discovered about learning hard skills fast.

I recently caught up with Scott and in this interview, he reveals:

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How To Use Trello for Kanban and Become Insanely Productive

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Would you like to use Trello for Kanban?

Or are you searching for the perfect productivity system for your small business?

First the bad news: It doesn’t exist. Much like with landing page software, you’re going to have to do the work no matter what system you use.

Now the good news: Kanban is an easy-to-use and -learn system that can help avoid feeling overwhelmed by those endless To Do lists. You can use a whiteboard or a tool like Trello to do it.

Let’s dive in.

What is Kanban?

Kanban is...

Why WordPress? 6 Reasons It’s the Best Solution for Your Blog

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So, why WordPress?

Well before I answer that, are you considering starting a website or a blog?

Or perhaps you are also wondering if you should build your website with WordPress or use another content management system?

After all, you can pick from dozens of content management systems including Squarespace, Weebly, Drupal, Joomla! and even Medium.

Whatever type of website or blog you’re starting or building, WordPress is the ideal content management system to use, and you should almost alwa...

Writing Jobs: 20 Great Places To Find Work That Pays

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Do you want to get paid to write? Or would you like to find writing jobs that pay well?

The days of the starving artist are over thanks to blogging, content marketing and self-publishing.

Today you can earn hundreds or even thousands of dollars a month income from expressing your creative ideas, telling stories and sharing your expertise through the written word.

Here’s what we’ll cover in this article:

I’ve listed 20 websites, services and platforms that offer writing jobs for all types of...