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18 Common Sayings That We Use In Our Writing And Always Get Wrong

Mar 11
3 min

18 Common Sayings That We Use In Our Writing And Always Get Wrong

Have you ever found yourself using in your writing what you think are common sayings only to find out later that you totally got them wrong? And not just in what you wrote today – but how you say them in conversation every day? I know I have – more than I care to admit! If you haven't yet, you will by the time you finish reading this post. Sorry, but it's true. For example, how many times have you written something like this in a blog, book, magazine article, text message, so

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Edit This Grammar Lesson: Everyday vs. Every Day

Mar 4
2 min

Edit This Grammar Lesson: Everyday vs. Every Day

Welcome to another Edit This® grammar lesson. Today, let's discuss the difference between Everyday and Every day. Do you know when to use each one? Most of you might be saying, "Why, yes, I do!" But for others, it's not that easy. In regular speech, everyday and every day sound identical – but which one you use in your writing will make or break a sentence. So, let's clear up any lingering confusion. Everyday (one word) means ordinary, typical, standard, average, or someone

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Need Written Copy For Your Website? Hire A Copywriter

Feb 18
3 min

Need Written Copy For Your Website? Hire A Copywriter

There aren't many small-business owners who wouldn't want to talk about what they do for a living. After all, these are people who have a true passion for their work. So in a casual one-on-one conversation, they'll tell you anything you want to know about: * What they do * Why they do it * How they got started, and * What makes them different But ask the same person to write all of that stuff down as written copy for their website, and they'll stare at you like a deer in head

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Write Something Heartfelt For Valentine's Day

Feb 11
2 min

Write Something Heartfelt For Valentine's Day

Valentine's Day is Sunday! If you're looking for something a little different than chocolates and fun candy hearts to give your loved one, write something heartfelt like a poem or love letter. People write heartfelt messages to their loved ones all the time for a variety of reasons and special occasions. But some shy away because they aren't sure the words will come out right. If this is you, don't hold back this Valentine's Day. Write whatever comes from the heart because it

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8 Holiday Gift Ideas For The Writer In Your Family

Dec 23, 2020
4 min

8 Holiday Gift Ideas For The Writer In Your Family

Christmas is finally here. But if you're like me, you're probably still trying to buy a few last-minute gifts for friends, family, and perhaps that loveable writer in your life. Some people might think all a writer needs is a laptop, a notepad, a pen, and plenty of ideas. Those certainly are important, but it's not always as simple as that. From office and desk tools to go-to resources, there are so many essentials every writer needs at their fingertips to help them work effi

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80 Creative Blog Post Ideas For Writers

Dec 17, 2020
4 min

80 Creative Blog Post Ideas For Writers

All writers should blog. But it's not easy coming up with creative blog post ideas week after week, month after month, and year after year to entertain readers. If you're suddenly struggling to find new ideas, I get it. I've maintained a weekly Edit This® blog for four years, and though my "idea well" hasn't run dry, it has taken plenty of planning, thinking outside the box, and a little bit of luck to keep going. With that in mind, I'm all about helping out my fellow writers

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Too Wordy? Here Are 5 Ways To Trim The Word Count In Your Writing

Dec 3, 2020
3 min

Too Wordy? Here Are 5 Ways To Trim The Word Count In Your Writing

You've sat down to write a magazine article, a short blog post, or even a few chapters for your next novel. Everything is coming together nicely, but you know it's a little too wordy. Your editor wants 700 words max. You wrote 787. It's supposed to be a 300-word blog. You have 400. Each chapter should be 3,000 words. Oops! You need to cut something. But what? How? From where? Plenty of writers struggle to be efficient with their words, especially when they have a good story b

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How Do I Write My Blog Faster?

Sep 10, 2020
4 min

How Do I Write My Blog Faster?

If you've read my Edit This® blog enough times, you know how important I believe blogging is – not just for small-business owners but for people who like to be creative and just write. With that being said, I'm often asked by clients and friends, "How do I write my blog faster?" As fun as blogs are, it can be frustrating when we spend all day writing one post. Last weekend, I spent nearly five hours working on a blog post. Granted, it was five hours of bliss – because I'm wei

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Content Writing: Write Your Way Into The Hearts And Minds Of Your Clients

Jan 16, 2020
3 min

Content Writing: Write Your Way Into The Hearts And Minds Of Your Clients

We are less than a month into 2020, and all those New Year’s resolutions – especially the ones that have to do with the future of our small businesses – are still fresh in our minds. Maybe you have aspirations of hiring at least two more employees or a renewed focus on getting out from behind the desk and taking part in more networking and community service projects. There’s also the opportunity to add products and services to what you’re already doing and even pick the brain

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8 Reasons Why No One Reads Your Blog And How To Change That

Aug 29, 2019
4 min

8 Reasons Why No One Reads Your Blog And How To Change That

You've been consistent with your blog posts and are having a lot of fun writing what you think is useful and entertaining content. But you wonder why no one reads your blog. It's painfully obvious that they don't. Not only do the analytics show that you're getting zero traffic, but you can hear a pin drop every time you share a new blog post to social media. No shares, no comments, and no likes. It's like you're writing to an audience of one – YOU. It's frustrating when no on

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4 Songs About Writing & Editing

Aug 8, 2019
2 min

4 Songs About Writing & Editing

Have you ever wondered how many songs there are out there about writing and editing? Really? None of you? Well, I couldn't help but get a little curious this past weekend and began searching YouTube for whatever I could find. I found a ton more than what is listed below, but here are four of my favorite songs about writing and editing. Some are parody videos, while others are classics that have been under our nose for years. Call Edit This for all your writing and editing nee

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