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Interview With Abigayle: Founder and Chief Wag Officer at Dog of Honor Event Specialists

After a bit of a hiatus, I’m thrilled to announce a long-awaited Tuesday Tapestry interview! In this edition, I caught up with Abigayle, the founder and Chief Wag Officer at Dog of Honor Event Specialists. As a wedding dog chaperone, Abigayle looks after couples’ fur babies and works with event coordinators, photographers, and other …

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Interview With Brittany Snow: Copywriter, Editor, and Digital Strategist

It’s the second Tuesday of the month, so you know what that means … another Tuesday Tapestry interview! For the July edition, I had a lovely conversation with Brittany Snow, a copywriter, editor, and digital strategist based in Atlanta. In this interview, Brittany discusses how she landed her dream role as a copywriter for …

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Interview With Chanti Zak: Quiz Funnel Strategist, Growth Consultant, and Coach

For this month’s Tuesday Tapestry interview, I had the privilege of chatting with quiz funnel strategist, growth consultant, and coach, Chanti Zak. Chanti has a truly remarkable story. She went from working a minimum wage job to becoming a thriving, empathy-driven entrepreneur who helps multi-million dollar companies grow their businesses. In the past several years, Chanti …

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5 Pitching Mistakes To Avoid As a Freelance Writer

Tons of resources out there talk about what exactly to include in your pitch. But few mention what not to do. As much as we wish otherwise, editors simply don’t have the time for poorly written pitches. Plus, email etiquette is especially important, as it’ll increase your chances of commissioning stories (and hopefully building rapport …

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Want To Write for Business Insider? Here’s Everything You Need To Know.

You’ve been wanting to pitch Business Insider for a while now… In fact, several potential story ideas might be bouncing around in your head. Perhaps you’re looking to land a big byline to move your freelance writing career forward. Or you want to secure media coverage to amplify your business or personal brand. Whatever …

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Interview With Niha Elety: Founder and Co-Creator of Tega Collective

Last month, I kicked off a monthly interview series in which I’ll be chatting with entrepreneurs, creatives, and mental health experts. These individuals will share insights from their own lives that can help us all become better creatives (and human beings in general!). For our second interview, I’m excited to introduce Niha Elety, the founder and Chief …

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How To Transition From Freelancer to Full-Time Employee

Okay, I know what you’re thinking… Wait, what? Why would anyone want to transition from freelancing to a full-time job? Especially given all of the issues surrounding work — from “quiet quitting” to “shift shock” to the Great Resignation. Freelancing means control over your time, increased earning potential, and relative control regarding what you work on. …

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Why “Following Your Passion” Might Actually Sabotage Your Career

Cal Newport wears many hats: academic, published author, and perhaps most notably, social media abstinent. In fact, the first time I heard this, I was in complete shock. A millennial without social media? But it’s true. Despite being a part of Gen Y and having established tremendous success in a media-heavy career, Newport has …

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Interview With Dr. Lally Pia: Psychiatrist, Memoirist, and America’s Next Great Author Finalist

I’ve been wanting to start a podcast for a little while, and though that isn’t (currently!) feasible… I found an alternative way to fulfill that creative impulse and I can’t wait to share it with you all. I’m starting a monthly interview series through my blog and newsletter! Each month, I’ll be talking to …

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The Freelance Writing Roadmap: Your Comprehensive Guide to an Impactful Writing Career

“But where do I even begin?!” This is the BIG question at the onset of anyone’s freelance writing journey. ‘Cause let’s be real… there’s a super steep learning curve, and it’s overwhelming trying to figure out where to begin. Maybe you’ve already spent hours sending pitches, looking for jobs, and trying to learn from courses …

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