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Being your own boss: is it all it’s cracked up to be?

by Ali Strachan | Sep 12, 2018 | Freelancing

Being your own boss: is it all it’s cracked up to be? Behind the curtain on what it’s like to be a freelance copywriter There’s a lot of kickbacks to being your own boss, and it doesn’t matter if you call yourself a sole trader, a freelancer, a guru, coach or...

The 5 C’s of marketing for artists

by Ali Strachan | Jul 6, 2018 | Content Marketing

The 5 C’s of marketing for artists Creative content marketing for artists that engages browsers and turns them into buyers I’m gonna venture a guess here – and correct me if I’m wrong… Somewhere deep down, there’s a part of you that’d luuurve to be a...

CopyCon 2018: The creative introverts’ dream conference

by Ali Strachan | May 13, 2018 | Freelancing

CopyCon 2018: The creative introverts’ dream conference How CopyCon inspired me to stop taking my business half seriously I’ve got to admit, I’m pretty shit at this whole “business” thing. Like many creatives, the reason I went into business was because I love...

What is an SEO copywriter?

by Ali Strachan | Jan 27, 2018 | Blogging, Content Marketing, SEO, Writing Copy

What is an SEO copywriter? And why SEO is the new black in content marketing Since I began freelancing, 95% of the writing I’ve done for brands has been online – for their websites, blogs, social media and emails. Although many people don’t realise it, writing online...

How writing for a Life Coach has helped my freelance business

by Ali Strachan | Mar 10, 2017 | Freelancing

How writing for a life coach has helped my freelance business Want a healthy business that you’re happy to work in? You need to take care of yourself from the inside out first. One of the best things about my job as a copywriter is getting to know...

How to write faster and be more productive

by Ali Strachan | Jan 13, 2017 | Freelancing, Productivity

How to write faster and be more productive Productivity and time management skills from the best content writers around We all know the siren song of procrastination; a cappella harmonies that prevent us from reaching our goals and pull us into the jagged rocks...

How to structure a blog post your readers actually want to read

by Ali Strachan | Jan 2, 2017 | Blogging, Writing Copy

How to structure a blog post your readers actually want to read Simple tips that will help you write well and engage your readers Writing engaging, easy to read blogs is harder than you think. It’s as much about your writing skill as it is about the way you...

Why Blogging is Vital to Selling More Artwork

by Ali Strachan | Dec 7, 2016 | Blogging

Why blogging is vital to selling more artwork Learn how a blog bridges the gap between you, your work and your customers. Building relationships is an important part of growing any business and as a creative artist, designer, illustrator, jeweller or any maker, your...