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02 Jun 2023

The Case For Pain Points

+ why we shouldn’t skip it

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30 May 2023

The $97 Offer That Flopped

Lessons from the set-back

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12 May 2023

A Flood And A Standstill

Navigating the gap

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12 May 2023

Struggling To Create Your *Own* Content?

Here's my theory why

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10 Apr 2023

The Jitters

How to tackle anxiety when you write

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30 Sep 2020

Forget About the Numbers

When I was busy obsessing over the statistics, I failed to recognise that every number represented an actual, real-life person who was choosing to spend time reading my stories.

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10 Jun 2020

The Best Things Are Ahead

Every opportunity and ‘win’ you’ve had so far is a jumping off platform for your next big win. The more you keep daring to roll the dice, the further ahead you’ll progress along the board.

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03 Jun 2020

On Overcoming Resistance & Doing Hard Things

Sooner or later, we have to put our foot down and just do the damn thing. We have to make a decision to leave behind the things that hold us back and push forward.

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20 May 2020

The Rear View Mirror

When we’re in the thick of the journey, the finish line can feel non-existent. All we can see are the roadblocks we have yet to overcome, the challenges of today, and the chasm that exists in between where we are now and where we hope to be.

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27 Nov 2019

Dear Stevo…

Anne Lamott told me to write a letter to you whenever I’m stuck, so here we are.

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16 Jan 2019

Pushing Through The Fear

Fear does not get to win. Fear does not get to smother your dreams to death. Sometimes the only way to get over it is to just do the damn thing.

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09 Jan 2019

What People Don’t Want To Know About Self-Belief

Self-Belief isn’t a nicotine patch that you slap on once and expect to be cured from the addiction to your deprecating thoughts. It’s a day by day thing.

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12 Dec 2018

Fireworks and Feelings: A Note on Celebrating

The problem with always looking up at the sky and waiting for the fireworks is that you miss out on what’s right in front of you.

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Ash In The Wild

Anyone else start their first few projects buckling under the weight of self-inflicted pressure because you felt like it had to be perfect from the get-go? 🙋‍♀️

It’s a universal truth that the first time you do something, you’re going to suck.

You’ll feel endless waves of self-doubt.

You’ll get halfway through your project and convince yourself you should hurl it into the trash. 

If there was an award for Worst Creation in the Universe, it would go to the mess you’re trying to create.

But here’s the thing —

Every single person you admire also felt the same way about their first few projects.

So instead of sitting around wondering if you’re good enough, throw yourself into the deep end and just do it. Practice. Fail. Keep practicing. Then, improve.

And before you know it, you’ll be typing mid-sentence or halfway through your launch, and you’ll realise it no longer feels as scary as it once did.

But hey, if sales pages happen to be a deliverable you’d rather outsource to someone who’s put in the practice — I’ve got a handful of VIP Intensives left for sales pages for this year.

It’s yours to claim if:

⚡️You want a compelling sales page for your next launch (like for Black Friday) and you don’t want to experience the endless cycle of suck when writing it

⚡️You want your sales page done, dusted, and all edits taken care of in a week 

And when I say done, I mean *done*. Like, testimonials added, everything neatly formatted, and ready to hand off to your designer. 

Sound exactly like what you need?

DM me “Sales page” or visit the link in bio.
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#freelancewriter #creativecopywriter #launchcopy #digitalproductlaunch #coursecreators #creativeentrepreneur #launchcopywriter #risingtidesociety #creativepreneur #evergreenlaunch #livelaunch #launchemails #businesschicks #salespage #launchcopywriter #womanownedbusiness #freelancingfemales #prelaunchsocials #creativementor #DCA #courselaunch #coursecreator #launchstrategy 
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Anyone else start their first few projects buckling under the weight of self-inflicted pressure because you felt like it had to be perfect from the get-go? 🙋‍♀️

It’s a universal truth that the first time you do something, you’re going to suck.

You’ll feel endless waves of self-doubt.

You’ll get halfway through your project and convince yourself you should hurl it into the trash. 

If there was an award for Worst Creation in the Universe, it would go to the mess you’re trying to create.

But here’s the thing —

Every single person you admire also felt the same way about their first few projects.

So instead of sitting around wondering if you’re good enough, throw yourself into the deep end and just do it. Practice. Fail. Keep practicing. Then, improve.

And before you know it, you’ll be typing mid-sentence or halfway through your launch, and you’ll realise it no longer feels as scary as it once did.

But hey, if sales pages happen to be a deliverable you’d rather outsource to someone who’s put in the practice — I’ve got a handful of VIP Intensives left for sales pages for this year.

It’s yours to claim if:

⚡️You want a compelling sales page for your next launch (like for Black Friday) and you don’t want to experience the endless cycle of suck when writing it

⚡️You want your sales page done, dusted, and all edits taken care of in a week 

And when I say done, I mean *done*. Like, testimonials added, everything neatly formatted, and ready to hand off to your designer. 

Sound exactly like what you need?

DM me “Sales page” or visit the link in bio.
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#freelancewriter #creativecopywriter #launchcopy #digitalproductlaunch #coursecreators #creativeentrepreneur #launchcopywriter #risingtidesociety #creativepreneur #evergreenlaunch #livelaunch #launchemails #businesschicks #salespage #launchcopywriter #womanownedbusiness #freelancingfemales #prelaunchsocials #creativementor #DCA #courselaunch #coursecreator #launchstrategy 
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Anyone else start their first few projects buckling under the weight of self-inflicted pressure because you felt like it had to be perfect from the get-go? 🙋‍♀️

It’s a universal truth that the first time you do something, you’re going to suck.

You’ll feel endless waves of self-doubt.

You’ll get halfway through your project and convince yourself you should hurl it into the trash. 

If there was an award for Worst Creation in the Universe, it would go to the mess you’re trying to create.

But here’s the thing —

Every single person you admire also felt the same way about their first few projects.

So instead of sitting around wondering if you’re good enough, throw yourself into the deep end and just do it. Practice. Fail. Keep practicing. Then, improve.

And before you know it, you’ll be typing mid-sentence or halfway through your launch, and you’ll realise it no longer feels as scary as it once did.

But hey, if sales pages happen to be a deliverable you’d rather outsource to someone who’s put in the practice — I’ve got a handful of VIP Intensives left for sales pages for this year.

It’s yours to claim if:

⚡️You want a compelling sales page for your next launch (like for Black Friday) and you don’t want to experience the endless cycle of suck when writing it

⚡️You want your sales page done, dusted, and all edits taken care of in a week 

And when I say done, I mean *done*. Like, testimonials added, everything neatly formatted, and ready to hand off to your designer. 

Sound exactly like what you need?

DM me “Sales page” or visit the link in bio.
.
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#freelancewriter #creativecopywriter #launchcopy #digitalproductlaunch #coursecreators #creativeentrepreneur #launchcopywriter #risingtidesociety #creativepreneur #evergreenlaunch #livelaunch #launchemails #businesschicks #salespage #launchcopywriter #womanownedbusiness #freelancingfemales #prelaunchsocials #creativementor #DCA #courselaunch #coursecreator #launchstrategy 
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Anyone else start their first few projects buckling under the weight of self-inflicted pressure because you felt like it had to be perfect from the get-go? 🙋‍♀️

It’s a universal truth that the first time you do something, you’re going to suck.

You’ll feel endless waves of self-doubt.

You’ll get halfway through your project and convince yourself you should hurl it into the trash. 

If there was an award for Worst Creation in the Universe, it would go to the mess you’re trying to create.

But here’s the thing —

Every single person you admire also felt the same way about their first few projects.

So instead of sitting around wondering if you’re good enough, throw yourself into the deep end and just do it. Practice. Fail. Keep practicing. Then, improve.

And before you know it, you’ll be typing mid-sentence or halfway through your launch, and you’ll realise it no longer feels as scary as it once did.

But hey, if sales pages happen to be a deliverable you’d rather outsource to someone who’s put in the practice — I’ve got a handful of VIP Intensives left for sales pages for this year.

It’s yours to claim if:

⚡️You want a compelling sales page for your next launch (like for Black Friday) and you don’t want to experience the endless cycle of suck when writing it

⚡️You want your sales page done, dusted, and all edits taken care of in a week 

And when I say done, I mean *done*. Like, testimonials added, everything neatly formatted, and ready to hand off to your designer. 

Sound exactly like what you need?

DM me “Sales page” or visit the link in bio.
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#freelancewriter #creativecopywriter #launchcopy #digitalproductlaunch #coursecreators #creativeentrepreneur #launchcopywriter #risingtidesociety #creativepreneur #evergreenlaunch #livelaunch #launchemails #businesschicks #salespage #launchcopywriter #womanownedbusiness #freelancingfemales #prelaunchsocials #creativementor #DCA #courselaunch #coursecreator #launchstrategy 
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Anyone else start their first few projects buckling under the weight of self-inflicted pressure because you felt like it had to be perfect from the get-go? 🙋‍♀️

It’s a universal truth that the first time you do something, you’re going to suck.

You’ll feel endless waves of self-doubt.

You’ll get halfway through your project and convince yourself you should hurl it into the trash. 

If there was an award for Worst Creation in the Universe, it would go to the mess you’re trying to create.

But here’s the thing —

Every single person you admire also felt the same way about their first few projects.

So instead of sitting around wondering if you’re good enough, throw yourself into the deep end and just do it. Practice. Fail. Keep practicing. Then, improve.

And before you know it, you’ll be typing mid-sentence or halfway through your launch, and you’ll realise it no longer feels as scary as it once did.

But hey, if sales pages happen to be a deliverable you’d rather outsource to someone who’s put in the practice — I’ve got a handful of VIP Intensives left for sales pages for this year.

It’s yours to claim if:

⚡️You want a compelling sales page for your next launch (like for Black Friday) and you don’t want to experience the endless cycle of suck when writing it

⚡️You want your sales page done, dusted, and all edits taken care of in a week 

And when I say done, I mean *done*. Like, testimonials added, everything neatly formatted, and ready to hand off to your designer. 

Sound exactly like what you need?

DM me “Sales page” or visit the link in bio.
.
.
#freelancewriter #creativecopywriter #launchcopy #digitalproductlaunch #coursecreators #creativeentrepreneur #launchcopywriter #risingtidesociety #creativepreneur #evergreenlaunch #livelaunch #launchemails #businesschicks #salespage #launchcopywriter #womanownedbusiness #freelancingfemales #prelaunchsocials #creativementor #DCA #courselaunch #coursecreator #launchstrategy 
.
Anyone else start their first few projects buckling under the weight of self-inflicted pressure because you felt like it had to be perfect from the get-go? 🙋‍♀️

It’s a universal truth that the first time you do something, you’re going to suck.

You’ll feel endless waves of self-doubt.

You’ll get halfway through your project and convince yourself you should hurl it into the trash. 

If there was an award for Worst Creation in the Universe, it would go to the mess you’re trying to create.

But here’s the thing —

Every single person you admire also felt the same way about their first few projects.

So instead of sitting around wondering if you’re good enough, throw yourself into the deep end and just do it. Practice. Fail. Keep practicing. Then, improve.

And before you know it, you’ll be typing mid-sentence or halfway through your launch, and you’ll realise it no longer feels as scary as it once did.

But hey, if sales pages happen to be a deliverable you’d rather outsource to someone who’s put in the practice — I’ve got a handful of VIP Intensives left for sales pages for this year.

It’s yours to claim if:

⚡️You want a compelling sales page for your next launch (like for Black Friday) and you don’t want to experience the endless cycle of suck when writing it

⚡️You want your sales page done, dusted, and all edits taken care of in a week 

And when I say done, I mean *done*. Like, testimonials added, everything neatly formatted, and ready to hand off to your designer. 

Sound exactly like what you need?

DM me “Sales page” or visit the link in bio.
.
.
#freelancewriter #creativecopywriter #launchcopy #digitalproductlaunch #coursecreators #creativeentrepreneur #launchcopywriter #risingtidesociety #creativepreneur #evergreenlaunch #livelaunch #launchemails #businesschicks #salespage #launchcopywriter #womanownedbusiness #freelancingfemales #prelaunchsocials #creativementor #DCA #courselaunch #coursecreator #launchstrategy 
.
Anyone else start their first few projects buckling under the weight of self-inflicted pressure because you felt like it had to be perfect from the get-go? 🙋‍♀️

It’s a universal truth that the first time you do something, you’re going to suck.

You’ll feel endless waves of self-doubt.

You’ll get halfway through your project and convince yourself you should hurl it into the trash. 

If there was an award for Worst Creation in the Universe, it would go to the mess you’re trying to create.

But here’s the thing —

Every single person you admire also felt the same way about their first few projects.

So instead of sitting around wondering if you’re good enough, throw yourself into the deep end and just do it. Practice. Fail. Keep practicing. Then, improve.

And before you know it, you’ll be typing mid-sentence or halfway through your launch, and you’ll realise it no longer feels as scary as it once did.

But hey, if sales pages happen to be a deliverable you’d rather outsource to someone who’s put in the practice — I’ve got a handful of VIP Intensives left for sales pages for this year.

It’s yours to claim if:

⚡️You want a compelling sales page for your next launch (like for Black Friday) and you don’t want to experience the endless cycle of suck when writing it

⚡️You want your sales page done, dusted, and all edits taken care of in a week 

And when I say done, I mean *done*. Like, testimonials added, everything neatly formatted, and ready to hand off to your designer. 

Sound exactly like what you need?

DM me “Sales page” or visit the link in bio.
.
.
#freelancewriter #creativecopywriter #launchcopy #digitalproductlaunch #coursecreators #creativeentrepreneur #launchcopywriter #risingtidesociety #creativepreneur #evergreenlaunch #livelaunch #launchemails #businesschicks #salespage #launchcopywriter #womanownedbusiness #freelancingfemales #prelaunchsocials #creativementor #DCA #courselaunch #coursecreator #launchstrategy 
.
Anyone else start their first few projects buckling under the weight of self-inflicted pressure because you felt like it had to be perfect from the get-go? 🙋‍♀️

It’s a universal truth that the first time you do something, you’re going to suck.

You’ll feel endless waves of self-doubt.

You’ll get halfway through your project and convince yourself you should hurl it into the trash. 

If there was an award for Worst Creation in the Universe, it would go to the mess you’re trying to create.

But here’s the thing —

Every single person you admire also felt the same way about their first few projects.

So instead of sitting around wondering if you’re good enough, throw yourself into the deep end and just do it. Practice. Fail. Keep practicing. Then, improve.

And before you know it, you’ll be typing mid-sentence or halfway through your launch, and you’ll realise it no longer feels as scary as it once did.

But hey, if sales pages happen to be a deliverable you’d rather outsource to someone who’s put in the practice — I’ve got a handful of VIP Intensives left for sales pages for this year.

It’s yours to claim if:

⚡️You want a compelling sales page for your next launch (like for Black Friday) and you don’t want to experience the endless cycle of suck when writing it

⚡️You want your sales page done, dusted, and all edits taken care of in a week 

And when I say done, I mean *done*. Like, testimonials added, everything neatly formatted, and ready to hand off to your designer. 

Sound exactly like what you need?

DM me “Sales page” or visit the link in bio.
.
.
#freelancewriter #creativecopywriter #launchcopy #digitalproductlaunch #coursecreators #creativeentrepreneur #launchcopywriter #risingtidesociety #creativepreneur #evergreenlaunch #livelaunch #launchemails #businesschicks #salespage #launchcopywriter #womanownedbusiness #freelancingfemales #prelaunchsocials #creativementor #DCA #courselaunch #coursecreator #launchstrategy 
.
Anyone else start their first few projects buckling under the weight of self-inflicted pressure because you felt like it had to be perfect from the get-go? 🙋‍♀️

It’s a universal truth that the first time you do something, you’re going to suck.

You’ll feel endless waves of self-doubt.

You’ll get halfway through your project and convince yourself you should hurl it into the trash. 

If there was an award for Worst Creation in the Universe, it would go to the mess you’re trying to create.

But here’s the thing —

Every single person you admire also felt the same way about their first few projects.

So instead of sitting around wondering if you’re good enough, throw yourself into the deep end and just do it. Practice. Fail. Keep practicing. Then, improve.

And before you know it, you’ll be typing mid-sentence or halfway through your launch, and you’ll realise it no longer feels as scary as it once did.

But hey, if sales pages happen to be a deliverable you’d rather outsource to someone who’s put in the practice — I’ve got a handful of VIP Intensives left for sales pages for this year.

It’s yours to claim if:

⚡️You want a compelling sales page for your next launch (like for Black Friday) and you don’t want to experience the endless cycle of suck when writing it

⚡️You want your sales page done, dusted, and all edits taken care of in a week 

And when I say done, I mean *done*. Like, testimonials added, everything neatly formatted, and ready to hand off to your designer. 

Sound exactly like what you need?

DM me “Sales page” or visit the link in bio.
.
.
#freelancewriter #creativecopywriter #launchcopy #digitalproductlaunch #coursecreators #creativeentrepreneur #launchcopywriter #risingtidesociety #creativepreneur #evergreenlaunch #livelaunch #launchemails #businesschicks #salespage #launchcopywriter #womanownedbusiness #freelancingfemales #prelaunchsocials #creativementor #DCA #courselaunch #coursecreator #launchstrategy 
.
Anyone else start their first few projects buckling under the weight of self-inflicted pressure because you felt like it had to be perfect from the get-go? 🙋‍♀️

It’s a universal truth that the first time you do something, you’re going to suck.

You’ll feel endless waves of self-doubt.

You’ll get halfway through your project and convince yourself you should hurl it into the trash. 

If there was an award for Worst Creation in the Universe, it would go to the mess you’re trying to create.

But here’s the thing —

Every single person you admire also felt the same way about their first few projects.

So instead of sitting around wondering if you’re good enough, throw yourself into the deep end and just do it. Practice. Fail. Keep practicing. Then, improve.

And before you know it, you’ll be typing mid-sentence or halfway through your launch, and you’ll realise it no longer feels as scary as it once did.

But hey, if sales pages happen to be a deliverable you’d rather outsource to someone who’s put in the practice — I’ve got a handful of VIP Intensives left for sales pages for this year.

It’s yours to claim if:

⚡️You want a compelling sales page for your next launch (like for Black Friday) and you don’t want to experience the endless cycle of suck when writing it

⚡️You want your sales page done, dusted, and all edits taken care of in a week 

And when I say done, I mean *done*. Like, testimonials added, everything neatly formatted, and ready to hand off to your designer. 

Sound exactly like what you need?

DM me “Sales page” or visit the link in bio.
.
.
#freelancewriter #creativecopywriter #launchcopy #digitalproductlaunch #coursecreators #creativeentrepreneur #launchcopywriter #risingtidesociety #creativepreneur #evergreenlaunch #livelaunch #launchemails #businesschicks #salespage #launchcopywriter #womanownedbusiness #freelancingfemales #prelaunchsocials #creativementor #DCA #courselaunch #coursecreator #launchstrategy 
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Anyone else start their first few projects buckling under the weight of self-inflicted pressure because you felt like it had to be perfect from the get-go? 🙋‍♀️ It’s a universal truth that the first time you do something, you’re going to suck. You’ll feel endless waves of self-doubt. You’ll get halfway through your project and convince yourself you should hurl it into the trash. If there was an award for Worst Creation in the Universe, it would go to the mess you’re trying to create. But here’s the thing — Every single person you admire also felt the same way about their first few projects. So instead of sitting around wondering if you’re good enough, throw yourself into the deep end and just do it. Practice. Fail. Keep practicing. Then, improve. And before you know it, you’ll be typing mid-sentence or halfway through your launch, and you’ll realise it no longer feels as scary as it once did. But hey, if sales pages happen to be a deliverable you’d rather outsource to someone who’s put in the practice — I’ve got a handful of VIP Intensives left for sales pages for this year. It’s yours to claim if: ⚡️You want a compelling sales page for your next launch (like for Black Friday) and you don’t want to experience the endless cycle of suck when writing it ⚡️You want your sales page done, dusted, and all edits taken care of in a week And when I say done, I mean *done*. Like, testimonials added, everything neatly formatted, and ready to hand off to your designer. Sound exactly like what you need? DM me “Sales page” or visit the link in bio. . . #freelancewriter #creativecopywriter #launchcopy #digitalproductlaunch #coursecreators #creativeentrepreneur #launchcopywriter #risingtidesociety #creativepreneur #evergreenlaunch #livelaunch #launchemails #businesschicks #salespage #launchcopywriter #womanownedbusiness #freelancingfemales #prelaunchsocials #creativementor #DCA #courselaunch #coursecreator #launchstrategy .
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The truth about impact 💥

My first step to writing for the internet (and eventually starting this business) was starting my blog in 2018.

It felt very "ew cringe" at the time. 

But every week, I'd write personal essays about alll the feelings and wanting to be a Creative. 

The whole time, it felt like I was writing into a void with no one reading and no one taking me seriously. 

(And some weeks, I'd even let the self-doubt and lack of "views" stop me from publishing anything.)

But I continued writing and building my body of work. 

Eventually, my first blog post landed me my first client...

And sparked a chain of events that led to me starting my copywriting business full-time in 2020. 

Sharing this because when we first start creating or pivoting into something new... 

And it feels like we're gaining no views. No comments. No validation. And even losing parts of an existing audience... 

It's tempting to believe that what we're creating doesn't matter and we should give up. 

But earlier this year, I got an email from someone who stumbled on an old blog post then binge-read the rest. (Swipe to see*). 

The posts that I believed were reaching "no one" were actually finding their way to the screens of the people who needed to read them the most. 

If I'd let the self-doubt (and imaginary nay-sayers) stop me, I wouldn't have the business I have today. 

More importantly, my words would never have found their way to the people it was supposed to.

I've said it before and I'll say it again (mostly to remind myself):

1) Your creations have impact - even if you can't always see it. 

2) If you want to be a creative for the long-haul, you have to create. 

Even when the numbers fluctuate. 

Even when it feels like you're speaking into a void.

Even when all the mud you're throwing at the wall just isn't sticking. 

Because you never know who will end up reading and passing your creations on to the next person who needs them. 

*shared with consent

#freelancewriter #creativeentrepreneur #launchcopywriter #freelancingfemales #coursecreator #creativehobby #smallbusinessowner #entreprenuership #creatives #writersofig #onwriting #contentcreator
The truth about impact 💥

My first step to writing for the internet (and eventually starting this business) was starting my blog in 2018.

It felt very "ew cringe" at the time. 

But every week, I'd write personal essays about alll the feelings and wanting to be a Creative. 

The whole time, it felt like I was writing into a void with no one reading and no one taking me seriously. 

(And some weeks, I'd even let the self-doubt and lack of "views" stop me from publishing anything.)

But I continued writing and building my body of work. 

Eventually, my first blog post landed me my first client...

And sparked a chain of events that led to me starting my copywriting business full-time in 2020. 

Sharing this because when we first start creating or pivoting into something new... 

And it feels like we're gaining no views. No comments. No validation. And even losing parts of an existing audience... 

It's tempting to believe that what we're creating doesn't matter and we should give up. 

But earlier this year, I got an email from someone who stumbled on an old blog post then binge-read the rest. (Swipe to see*). 

The posts that I believed were reaching "no one" were actually finding their way to the screens of the people who needed to read them the most. 

If I'd let the self-doubt (and imaginary nay-sayers) stop me, I wouldn't have the business I have today. 

More importantly, my words would never have found their way to the people it was supposed to.

I've said it before and I'll say it again (mostly to remind myself):

1) Your creations have impact - even if you can't always see it. 

2) If you want to be a creative for the long-haul, you have to create. 

Even when the numbers fluctuate. 

Even when it feels like you're speaking into a void.

Even when all the mud you're throwing at the wall just isn't sticking. 

Because you never know who will end up reading and passing your creations on to the next person who needs them. 

*shared with consent

#freelancewriter #creativeentrepreneur #launchcopywriter #freelancingfemales #coursecreator #creativehobby #smallbusinessowner #entreprenuership #creatives #writersofig #onwriting #contentcreator
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The truth about impact 💥 My first step to writing for the internet (and eventually starting this business) was starting my blog in 2018. It felt very "ew cringe" at the time. But every week, I'd write personal essays about alll the feelings and wanting to be a Creative. The whole time, it felt like I was writing into a void with no one reading and no one taking me seriously. (And some weeks, I'd even let the self-doubt and lack of "views" stop me from publishing anything.) But I continued writing and building my body of work. Eventually, my first blog post landed me my first client... And sparked a chain of events that led to me starting my copywriting business full-time in 2020. Sharing this because when we first start creating or pivoting into something new... And it feels like we're gaining no views. No comments. No validation. And even losing parts of an existing audience... It's tempting to believe that what we're creating doesn't matter and we should give up. But earlier this year, I got an email from someone who stumbled on an old blog post then binge-read the rest. (Swipe to see*). The posts that I believed were reaching "no one" were actually finding their way to the screens of the people who needed to read them the most. If I'd let the self-doubt (and imaginary nay-sayers) stop me, I wouldn't have the business I have today. More importantly, my words would never have found their way to the people it was supposed to. I've said it before and I'll say it again (mostly to remind myself): 1) Your creations have impact - even if you can't always see it. 2) If you want to be a creative for the long-haul, you have to create. Even when the numbers fluctuate. Even when it feels like you're speaking into a void. Even when all the mud you're throwing at the wall just isn't sticking. Because you never know who will end up reading and passing your creations on to the next person who needs them. *shared with consent #freelancewriter #creativeentrepreneur #launchcopywriter #freelancingfemales #coursecreator #creativehobby #smallbusinessowner #entreprenuership #creatives #writersofig #onwriting #contentcreator
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While it looks like I've got my snorkelling sh*t together -- not pictured is the literal sink-or-swim situation I found myself in 10 mins beforehand. 

On our first snorkelling stop - I found myself battered by the choppy waves, choking on mouthfuls of salt water, and forcing my cramping arms to paddle like my life depended on it (because it did).

And I was ready to retreat to the safety of our hotel’s paddle pool. 

But afterward, we went to a more serene snorkelling spot where the fish practically pose for selfies with you.

There, I could rest. I had time to appreciate the coral and remember why I loved snorkelling so much. And I could even practice my duck dives!

This wild snorkelling adventure got me thinking about what it's really like to be a business owner. 

I've spent the majority of my self-employed era diving into more sink-or-swim situations than I can count. 

From my first project, to my first launch, all the way to trying to find the right contractors to hire —

I've had to dive head-first outta my comfort zone and into the deep-end, and then paddle vigorously to stay afloat.

And I bet you have, too. 

Most of the time, it can feel like the tide is working against us. 

And when there’s no immediate lifeboat in sight, it can be tempting to throw up our arms and give up.

But while getting out of our comfort zones is crucial for becoming a better business owner (after all, smooth seas don’t make skilled sailors) —

I’m realising it’s ok to slink back to calmer waters every so often. To rest. To find the joy and remember what we love about business and why we got into it in the first place.

So if you’ve been battling rough seas where it feels like the tide is always against you — don’t abandon ship just yet. Take it as a sign to drop anchor for a while, float on serene waters, an
and rediscover why you started in the first place.

Remember, every ebb has its flow.
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#freelancewriter #creativecopywriter #launchcopy #digitalproductlaunch #coursecreators #creativeentrepreneur #launchcopywriter #bali #snorkelling #onlinebusinessowner #businessadvice #freelancingadvice
While it looks like I've got my snorkelling sh*t together -- not pictured is the literal sink-or-swim situation I found myself in 10 mins beforehand. 

On our first snorkelling stop - I found myself battered by the choppy waves, choking on mouthfuls of salt water, and forcing my cramping arms to paddle like my life depended on it (because it did).

And I was ready to retreat to the safety of our hotel’s paddle pool. 

But afterward, we went to a more serene snorkelling spot where the fish practically pose for selfies with you.

There, I could rest. I had time to appreciate the coral and remember why I loved snorkelling so much. And I could even practice my duck dives!

This wild snorkelling adventure got me thinking about what it's really like to be a business owner. 

I've spent the majority of my self-employed era diving into more sink-or-swim situations than I can count. 

From my first project, to my first launch, all the way to trying to find the right contractors to hire —

I've had to dive head-first outta my comfort zone and into the deep-end, and then paddle vigorously to stay afloat.

And I bet you have, too. 

Most of the time, it can feel like the tide is working against us. 

And when there’s no immediate lifeboat in sight, it can be tempting to throw up our arms and give up.

But while getting out of our comfort zones is crucial for becoming a better business owner (after all, smooth seas don’t make skilled sailors) —

I’m realising it’s ok to slink back to calmer waters every so often. To rest. To find the joy and remember what we love about business and why we got into it in the first place.

So if you’ve been battling rough seas where it feels like the tide is always against you — don’t abandon ship just yet. Take it as a sign to drop anchor for a while, float on serene waters, an
and rediscover why you started in the first place.

Remember, every ebb has its flow.
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#freelancewriter #creativecopywriter #launchcopy #digitalproductlaunch #coursecreators #creativeentrepreneur #launchcopywriter #bali #snorkelling #onlinebusinessowner #businessadvice #freelancingadvice
While it looks like I've got my snorkelling sh*t together -- not pictured is the literal sink-or-swim situation I found myself in 10 mins beforehand. 

On our first snorkelling stop - I found myself battered by the choppy waves, choking on mouthfuls of salt water, and forcing my cramping arms to paddle like my life depended on it (because it did).

And I was ready to retreat to the safety of our hotel’s paddle pool. 

But afterward, we went to a more serene snorkelling spot where the fish practically pose for selfies with you.

There, I could rest. I had time to appreciate the coral and remember why I loved snorkelling so much. And I could even practice my duck dives!

This wild snorkelling adventure got me thinking about what it's really like to be a business owner. 

I've spent the majority of my self-employed era diving into more sink-or-swim situations than I can count. 

From my first project, to my first launch, all the way to trying to find the right contractors to hire —

I've had to dive head-first outta my comfort zone and into the deep-end, and then paddle vigorously to stay afloat.

And I bet you have, too. 

Most of the time, it can feel like the tide is working against us. 

And when there’s no immediate lifeboat in sight, it can be tempting to throw up our arms and give up.

But while getting out of our comfort zones is crucial for becoming a better business owner (after all, smooth seas don’t make skilled sailors) —

I’m realising it’s ok to slink back to calmer waters every so often. To rest. To find the joy and remember what we love about business and why we got into it in the first place.

So if you’ve been battling rough seas where it feels like the tide is always against you — don’t abandon ship just yet. Take it as a sign to drop anchor for a while, float on serene waters, an
and rediscover why you started in the first place.

Remember, every ebb has its flow.
.
.
.
.
.
.
#freelancewriter #creativecopywriter #launchcopy #digitalproductlaunch #coursecreators #creativeentrepreneur #launchcopywriter #bali #snorkelling #onlinebusinessowner #businessadvice #freelancingadvice
While it looks like I've got my snorkelling sh*t together -- not pictured is the literal sink-or-swim situation I found myself in 10 mins beforehand. On our first snorkelling stop - I found myself battered by the choppy waves, choking on mouthfuls of salt water, and forcing my cramping arms to paddle like my life depended on it (because it did). And I was ready to retreat to the safety of our hotel’s paddle pool.  But afterward, we went to a more serene snorkelling spot where the fish practically pose for selfies with you. There, I could rest. I had time to appreciate the coral and remember why I loved snorkelling so much. And I could even practice my duck dives! This wild snorkelling adventure got me thinking about what it's really like to be a business owner. I've spent the majority of my self-employed era diving into more sink-or-swim situations than I can count. From my first project, to my first launch, all the way to trying to find the right contractors to hire — I've had to dive head-first outta my comfort zone and into the deep-end, and then paddle vigorously to stay afloat. And I bet you have, too. Most of the time, it can feel like the tide is working against us. And when there’s no immediate lifeboat in sight, it can be tempting to throw up our arms and give up. But while getting out of our comfort zones is crucial for becoming a better business owner (after all, smooth seas don’t make skilled sailors) — I’m realising it’s ok to slink back to calmer waters every so often. To rest. To find the joy and remember what we love about business and why we got into it in the first place. So if you’ve been battling rough seas where it feels like the tide is always against you — don’t abandon ship just yet. Take it as a sign to drop anchor for a while, float on serene waters, an and rediscover why you started in the first place. Remember, every ebb has its flow. . . . . . . #freelancewriter #creativecopywriter #launchcopy #digitalproductlaunch #coursecreators #creativeentrepreneur #launchcopywriter #bali #snorkelling #onlinebusinessowner #businessadvice #freelancingadvice
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While it looks like I've got my snorkelling sh*t together -- not pictured is the literal sink-or-swim situation I found myself in 10 mins beforehand. On our first snorkelling stop - I found myself battered by the choppy waves, choking on mouthfuls of salt water, and forcing my cramping arms to paddle like my life depended on it (because it did). And I was ready to retreat to the safety of our hotel’s paddle pool.  But afterward, we went to a more serene snorkelling spot where the fish practically pose for selfies with you. There, I could rest. I had time to appreciate the coral and remember why I loved snorkelling so much. And I could even practice my duck dives! This wild snorkelling adventure got me thinking about what it's really like to be a business owner. I've spent the majority of my self-employed era diving into more sink-or-swim situations than I can count. From my first project, to my first launch, all the way to trying to find the right contractors to hire — I've had to dive head-first outta my comfort zone and into the deep-end, and then paddle vigorously to stay afloat. And I bet you have, too. Most of the time, it can feel like the tide is working against us. And when there’s no immediate lifeboat in sight, it can be tempting to throw up our arms and give up. But while getting out of our comfort zones is crucial for becoming a better business owner (after all, smooth seas don’t make skilled sailors) — I’m realising it’s ok to slink back to calmer waters every so often. To rest. To find the joy and remember what we love about business and why we got into it in the first place. So if you’ve been battling rough seas where it feels like the tide is always against you — don’t abandon ship just yet. Take it as a sign to drop anchor for a while, float on serene waters, an and rediscover why you started in the first place. Remember, every ebb has its flow. . . . . . . #freelancewriter #creativecopywriter #launchcopy #digitalproductlaunch #coursecreators #creativeentrepreneur #launchcopywriter #bali #snorkelling #onlinebusinessowner #businessadvice #freelancingadvice
1 month ago
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Celebrating 6 months of married life with my partner in crime ❤ When people ask me what married life is like, I say:

 "It feels both utterly surreal and completely normal all at the same time."

 Surreal because I'm amazed at all the events that led us here. And normal because it feels like Ben has always been by my side. 

The past 6 months have been filled with new discoveries about each other's quirks. Escaping on many holidays. Binge watching tv shows in one night. Arguments over dishes, laundry, and who hogs the blanket the most. (PS. Our solution is to have 2 blankets). 

And while it's only a teeny, tiny toe dip into the pond of married life -- I can't wait to experience more surreal and normal moments life throws at us.
Celebrating 6 months of married life with my partner in crime ❤ When people ask me what married life is like, I say:

 "It feels both utterly surreal and completely normal all at the same time."

 Surreal because I'm amazed at all the events that led us here. And normal because it feels like Ben has always been by my side. 

The past 6 months have been filled with new discoveries about each other's quirks. Escaping on many holidays. Binge watching tv shows in one night. Arguments over dishes, laundry, and who hogs the blanket the most. (PS. Our solution is to have 2 blankets). 

And while it's only a teeny, tiny toe dip into the pond of married life -- I can't wait to experience more surreal and normal moments life throws at us.
Celebrating 6 months of married life with my partner in crime ❤ When people ask me what married life is like, I say:

 "It feels both utterly surreal and completely normal all at the same time."

 Surreal because I'm amazed at all the events that led us here. And normal because it feels like Ben has always been by my side. 

The past 6 months have been filled with new discoveries about each other's quirks. Escaping on many holidays. Binge watching tv shows in one night. Arguments over dishes, laundry, and who hogs the blanket the most. (PS. Our solution is to have 2 blankets). 

And while it's only a teeny, tiny toe dip into the pond of married life -- I can't wait to experience more surreal and normal moments life throws at us.
Celebrating 6 months of married life with my partner in crime ❤ When people ask me what married life is like, I say:

 "It feels both utterly surreal and completely normal all at the same time."

 Surreal because I'm amazed at all the events that led us here. And normal because it feels like Ben has always been by my side. 

The past 6 months have been filled with new discoveries about each other's quirks. Escaping on many holidays. Binge watching tv shows in one night. Arguments over dishes, laundry, and who hogs the blanket the most. (PS. Our solution is to have 2 blankets). 

And while it's only a teeny, tiny toe dip into the pond of married life -- I can't wait to experience more surreal and normal moments life throws at us.
Celebrating 6 months of married life with my partner in crime ❤ When people ask me what married life is like, I say:

 "It feels both utterly surreal and completely normal all at the same time."

 Surreal because I'm amazed at all the events that led us here. And normal because it feels like Ben has always been by my side. 

The past 6 months have been filled with new discoveries about each other's quirks. Escaping on many holidays. Binge watching tv shows in one night. Arguments over dishes, laundry, and who hogs the blanket the most. (PS. Our solution is to have 2 blankets). 

And while it's only a teeny, tiny toe dip into the pond of married life -- I can't wait to experience more surreal and normal moments life throws at us.
Celebrating 6 months of married life with my partner in crime ❤ When people ask me what married life is like, I say:

 "It feels both utterly surreal and completely normal all at the same time."

 Surreal because I'm amazed at all the events that led us here. And normal because it feels like Ben has always been by my side. 

The past 6 months have been filled with new discoveries about each other's quirks. Escaping on many holidays. Binge watching tv shows in one night. Arguments over dishes, laundry, and who hogs the blanket the most. (PS. Our solution is to have 2 blankets). 

And while it's only a teeny, tiny toe dip into the pond of married life -- I can't wait to experience more surreal and normal moments life throws at us.
Celebrating 6 months of married life with my partner in crime ❤ When people ask me what married life is like, I say:

 "It feels both utterly surreal and completely normal all at the same time."

 Surreal because I'm amazed at all the events that led us here. And normal because it feels like Ben has always been by my side. 

The past 6 months have been filled with new discoveries about each other's quirks. Escaping on many holidays. Binge watching tv shows in one night. Arguments over dishes, laundry, and who hogs the blanket the most. (PS. Our solution is to have 2 blankets). 

And while it's only a teeny, tiny toe dip into the pond of married life -- I can't wait to experience more surreal and normal moments life throws at us.
Celebrating 6 months of married life with my partner in crime ❤ When people ask me what married life is like, I say:

 "It feels both utterly surreal and completely normal all at the same time."

 Surreal because I'm amazed at all the events that led us here. And normal because it feels like Ben has always been by my side. 

The past 6 months have been filled with new discoveries about each other's quirks. Escaping on many holidays. Binge watching tv shows in one night. Arguments over dishes, laundry, and who hogs the blanket the most. (PS. Our solution is to have 2 blankets). 

And while it's only a teeny, tiny toe dip into the pond of married life -- I can't wait to experience more surreal and normal moments life throws at us.
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Celebrating 6 months of married life with my partner in crime ❤ When people ask me what married life is like, I say: "It feels both utterly surreal and completely normal all at the same time." Surreal because I'm amazed at all the events that led us here. And normal because it feels like Ben has always been by my side. The past 6 months have been filled with new discoveries about each other's quirks. Escaping on many holidays. Binge watching tv shows in one night. Arguments over dishes, laundry, and who hogs the blanket the most. (PS. Our solution is to have 2 blankets). And while it's only a teeny, tiny toe dip into the pond of married life -- I can't wait to experience more surreal and normal moments life throws at us.
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Bliss in Bali 🐠🌴 Spent a surreal week chasing waterfalls, visiting countless infinity pools, and making every hour happy hour.
Bliss in Bali 🐠🌴 Spent a surreal week chasing waterfalls, visiting countless infinity pools, and making every hour happy hour.
Bliss in Bali 🐠🌴 Spent a surreal week chasing waterfalls, visiting countless infinity pools, and making every hour happy hour.
Bliss in Bali 🐠🌴 Spent a surreal week chasing waterfalls, visiting countless infinity pools, and making every hour happy hour.
Bliss in Bali 🐠🌴 Spent a surreal week chasing waterfalls, visiting countless infinity pools, and making every hour happy hour.
Bliss in Bali 🐠🌴 Spent a surreal week chasing waterfalls, visiting countless infinity pools, and making every hour happy hour.
Bliss in Bali 🐠🌴 Spent a surreal week chasing waterfalls, visiting countless infinity pools, and making every hour happy hour.
Bliss in Bali 🐠🌴 Spent a surreal week chasing waterfalls, visiting countless infinity pools, and making every hour happy hour.
Bliss in Bali 🐠🌴 Spent a surreal week chasing waterfalls, visiting countless infinity pools, and making every hour happy hour.
Bliss in Bali 🐠🌴 Spent a surreal week chasing waterfalls, visiting countless infinity pools, and making every hour happy hour.
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Bliss in Bali 🐠🌴 Spent a surreal week chasing waterfalls, visiting countless infinity pools, and making every hour happy hour.
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