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So many people and businesses have blogs that it can be hard to stand out from the crowd. Though with a bit of work it is possible to create a loyal following and get an increasing number of subscribers to your blog. So what can you do to convince people to become avid readers? Here’s why I’ll subscribe to your blog: Read more…

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You know how important it is to proofread your work for spelling and grammar mistakes but do you check your punctuation too? Using the wrong punctuation can spoil your writing as much as spelling errors so it is important to get it right. Here are six common punctuation mistakes. Read more…

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Networking is a great way to market your business so it’s good to regularly attend networking events. However, there are mistakes that could turn your networking efforts into a waste of time. Here are some of the most common ones: Read more…

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It can be very tempting to say yes to every freelance job you are offered, especially when you’re new to freelancing. However not all projects will be a good fit for you, so sometimes it’s wise to say no to the work. There are many reasons why you might want to turn down a project, and here are some of the most common. Read more…

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One thing that all freelancers struggle with from time to time is productivity. Without a boss looking over your shoulder it can be tempting to spend too much time on Twitter and so get behind with your work, which results in slipping deadlines, overtime and stress. Obviously, that’s not a desirable situation to be in, so here are 6 easy productivity tips to help you get things done. Read more…

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Today let’s look at a common question about copyright: who owns a design, the client or the designer? You, the client, have hired a designer to create a piece of work for you so you might easily assume that once the project is finished and paid for, you own the full rights to it. Read more…