One of the best ways to boost your credibility as a writer is to deliver pristine copy. Online grammar tools and spellcheckers can only do so much, however, so we’ve compiled some essential proofreading tips and tricks. Proofreading requires a serious commitment of time and attention to detail, but it pays off in the long […]

Fluff in writing refers to unnecessary language that adds length without adding meaning. Writers and editors might also call fluffy writing filler, padding, verbosity, wordiness, tautology or empty qualifiers. The result is readers spend more time parsing words and less time absorbing value. So, why does fluff matter? Fluff wastes space and reduces clarity.  However, […]

There’s a lot of money to be made writing blog posts, landing pages, product descriptions and the like for all types of businesses, but there’s also a lot to learn before you can begin. This guide is intended to walk you through the basics so you can see success and start earning money with freelance […]

The decision to create and publish an eBook can be driven by several factors that have to be weighed against the cost of creating an eBook. Maybe you want to create something valuable to offer your existing audience. Maybe you want to use an eBook as a lead magnet that you promote via social media, […]

In many ways, content writing is as much of an art as a skill. Yes, writers with natural talent can succeed, but it’s also possible to learn the ins and outs of content writing and apply skills and knowledge in a way that works. This is especially true as best practices continue to change and […]

According to Econsultancy, content marketing and writing skills are second only to data analysis when it comes to importance for marketers. And while many people can learn to craft grammatically correct, optimized copy, the fact is that writing is somewhat of a talent. Not everyone can infuse marketing copy with enticing voice or create an informational […]

An SEMrush survey asked content marketers what their biggest challenges were, and answers ranged from developing content that resonates with the right audience to keeping track of deadlines. The data, which is published in an infographic, breaks the challenges up by categories: content strategist, content writer, marketing manager, editor and project manager. But what if you’re […]