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15 Reasons Why you should Write… 1. You can write a person who can fly on buildings or make two "people" kiss, get married, have a family, and live happily ever after. 2. You can bring people back to life or imagine things you'd never see in real life . 3. You can make up superheroes with special powers. 4. You don't have to share your writing if you don't want to. 5. Writing can help you feel better, like losing weight for a fat guy ( but without exercise). 6. You can write about things you can’t do in real life, like k*ll*ng someone or marrying Your crush (who will never be Yours) 7. Writing can help you feel better about things that happened in the past. 8. Writing exercises your brain and helps you learn new things 9. You can write about what might happen in the future. 10. Your writing can be something people remember you by. 11. Writing can help you get better at spelling and grammar. 12. You might get a better job because of your writing skills. 13. You can make up your own rules. 14. You can write as much or as little as you want. 15. You can tell secrets in your writing without anyone knowing it's about you. P.S. What are your 3 reasons to write? #writing

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Writing is not always interesting. Sometimes, it drains you.  You won't know what to write on that blank screen. Sometimes, writing bores. Writer's block is like that uninvited guest.  This guest stayed in my mind for 2 days so I couldn't post a word. Even the greatest writers faced the same struggle. Every writer hits a wall. 1 way to overcome it is to 𝗪𝗿𝗶𝘁𝗲 𝗔𝗻𝘆𝘁𝗵𝗶𝗻𝗴 When you're truly stuck, write anything that comes to mind. It doesn't have to be good or even make sense. Because getting words on the page can help you overcome the initial hurdle. And if this trick fails, 𝘁𝗮𝗸𝗲 𝗮 𝗯𝗿𝗲𝗮𝗸. Sometimes, stepping away from the screen and procrastinating a bit is exactly what you need. Stay curious, keep writing. 𝗥𝗲𝗺𝗲𝗺𝗯𝗲𝗿: The dullest days can lead to the brightest ideas. Go to my profile → slap that 'bell' 🔔 icon. Why, Jasmine? Because I value your time.  No fluff; only useful stuff. ×××------------------Dead End--------------------××× #contentwriter #freelancewriter #seowriter #storyteller

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This is what I gained in just 30 days June 2024 → Stuck with followers → No impressive impression → Low reacts. Low engagement So changed my content strategy and initiated a 30 day challenge :- → Changed my posting time → Consistently posted for 30 days → Focused more on TOFU contents And the results I got is really unexpected and much appreciable July 2024 ⤷ Followers 1k+ ⤷ Impression 27k+ ⤷ Engagement 5k+ PS : Did you ever initiate any such challenge? #linkedin #manisha #ghostwriter

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Got $7 to write "I LOVE YOU."   Yes, it happened last September.   I got the above amount to write only three letters. In fact, I got a deal where I was paid $120 (INR 10k) to create a 50-word speech. - 50 words (5 sentences) = $120 (INR 10k) - Per-word payment: $2.4 (INR 200) - Per-sentence payment: $24 (INR 2k). (Oh! You don't like ppw? Neither do I!)   In fact, when I started taking professional writing seriously (in 2012-13), my wife used to warn me about not wasting my time on this. I said to her, out of amusement perhaps, that one day I would earn 3 dollars for writing "I Love You" or writing 3 letters. Nowadays, whenever I'm in creative work, my wife brings me cups of coffee even without me asking her. In 2012-13, in my first freelance writing job I got paid $0.00096 or INR 0.08 per word. From INR 0.08 pw to INR 200 pw From $0.00096 pw to $2.4 pw It is a long journey.   It was not as simple as I wrote the above lines. Creating #copyright content for executive #speeches is not a joke. It should have credibility, impact, and a clear call to action. Here's a breakdown of why these elements are crucial: > #Trustworthy facts: Back it up with data to be seen as a leader. > #Engagement: Spark interest with fresh ideas to leave an impact. > #Clear next step: Tell them what to do next, not just what to think. > #Conciseness and Clarity: Executive speeches are often delivered within tight time constraints. > #Storytelling: Weaving a compelling narrative into the speech can significantly enhance audience engagement. By incorporating these elements, #copyright content for executive speeches becomes a valuable tool for influencing, motivating, and leading. A client from Bengaluru, a Teak wood Manufacturing Company - #Supremewoods, contacted me for this job. Their CEO, informed me that they needed this content for an award ceremony where Supreme Woods would be #awarded the Best Teak Wood Furniture Manufacturer-India @ World #MSME #Summit 2023. They had these requirements: > The content for the executive speech should talk about the company's unique brand, process & technology, future plans, and collaborative opportunities. > Content length: 50 words But it was not easy to write such "#nano-content." It reminds me of a quote from Woodrow Wilson: "If I am to speak ten minutes, I need a week for preparation; if fifteen minutes, three days; if half an hour, two days; if an hour, I am ready now." How I wrote those 50 words? My process was like this: 1.    Drafted  in 500 words 2.    Converted to 300 words 3.    Converted to 100 words 4.    Converted to 50 words Do you have a different process to do the above? Note: I gave the 1st 3 drafts to the client as complementary articles I gave them the 1st 3 drafts I made for 50 word speech. P.S. I hate ppw way of payment to writers. You? PPS. What is your highest ppw? #copyright #contentwriting #msme #copyrightcontent #executivespeech #ceospeech

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Writing tip: If you write every day, you'll get better. If you don't write every day, you'll get better at making excuses. Your call.

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Using 1of10 for YouTube inspo a lot right now. But deciding which high-performers in your niche to “remix” for your own channel is hard. The benchmarks I use to decide *which* ideas to develop (based on existing high-performers) is… • Subject - am I immediately enthusiastic about the topic presented in the title? • Expertise - do I have the experience to create a better version of this video? • Views - what’s the view ceiling?. When ideating based on outliers, what else do you factor in? (Btw 1of10 didn’t sponsor this post. They are sponsoring my newsletter rn, but I turned down the option to write any sponsored tweets. I want Twitter always to be a wholly unfiltered space to talk as much or as little as I want about the tools I use!)

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Bad online course: - teach a bunch of things (college) - neglects belief problems - 12% completion rate Good online course: - teach 1 specific thing in 1 hour - solves belief problems - 90%+ completion rate Choose wisely. --- If you liked this and love cheese 🧀, follow Mike Mak for more.

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When writing a hook, every sentence must have a reason to be there. Ask yourself: - What purpose does this sentence serve? - How will it make the viewer feel? - Will it pique their curiosity? - Does it make them feel seen? - How does it contribute to the overall hook?

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Studies show that 100 days invested in 1 skill can make YOU a top 1%; Let's show you how; You’ve been on LinkedIn for too long. You’ve been a writer. From a writer to a designer. From a designer to a web developer. Nothing seems to be going as planned for you. The question is, Have you kept at that 1 skill “dedicatedly” on LinkedIn? Here's a blueprint to keep your eyes on this LinkedIn thing; •Find a problem to talk about; There are 1 thousand & 1 problems. Find that problem, become the solution giver. •Start with commenting; I call it the free way to advertise yourself, and make the algorithm love you. •Use the 1:1:1 rule for each of your posts; 1 topic - 1 problem - 1 solution (*Simplicity is key) •Choose your posting days & posting time; You ready to show up 3 times a week? Stick to it. You ready to post in the mornings? Keep at it consistently. •Build & nurture your community; This cannot be overemphasized. Support, support, support. And they in turn will stick with you. Ready to move to the top 1%? Let's do this!! (*squeaks in a cool way) Remember, I'm always rooting for you. And I purple 💜 you. P.S. Have you wondered how you're able to cook so good (*for those who actually cook🌚)? It's the time you invested in that 1 skill that made you a pro. P.P.S. What's a skill you're so good outside LinkedIn?? Follow Blessing Diana Okeji to get better at writing daily. I help busy founders and coaches write engaging LinkedIn contents to gain visibility and generate leads. DM me “Growth” and I'll fill you in on the details.

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I've been writing 2k+ words every day for the last 7 months. It wasn't always easy but I've found ways to progress consistently... The best habits as a writer: ➤ Writing every day ➤ Reading every day ➤ Writing out what you read every day Rewrite the work of the greatest writers. Do it so much you can do it from memory... Then seek to understand what you wrote. Learn principles behind what the writer has written and you can create your own masterpieces. Every great writer studied others and had mentors. If you struggle with writing every day- just use the hack below:

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How can I enhance the emotional impact in my writing? So people could actually feel my words. Feelings --> Trigger to action ✓ Someone asked this question in my comment section. (A proof that comment sections are a goldmine for content 💡) Well, the question triggered my brain and I want to answer it in the simplest way possible. To help you, And if you want the answer to this question keep reading. When you sit to write first make a picture in your mind Make it like a conversation Think of what you're going to say and what questions can pop in people's minds. Write it all What you feel What you think they will feel How are you going to answer them First feel your emotions while you want to answer Then Answer them. Write the first draft then read it out loud Do you feel the flow? Do you think you feel some kind of emotion when you read it? If Yes. Go ahead and hit the post button. Or else take another deep look at it after a break or ask for feedback from your friends and keep cutting the fluff. There you've the ultimate solution to enhance emotional impact in your writing. PS) Mountains or beech?

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I made more impact when I stopped writing for everyone and wrote for 1 person only 1 person who struggles to write online. 1 person who wants personal growth. 1 beginner writer. I do this through: - My newsletter called Alchemy Letters. - My community called The Bookish Community. - Here on LinkedIn. The result? More impact. I stopped writing for a thousand people at once. I only write for one. And each time I get a message about how my letters/posts were relatable, I know I hit my goal. I spoke to 1 person. Bullseye. Dear creator, thought leader, writer, etc. Write and speak to only 1. You will make more impact. P. S Today is Saturday. Curious to see how this post will do. 🫣 (follow Jescil Richard to become a 1% writer)

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Each social media platform has its own algorithms. But they all have the same purpose: Keep the user online as long as possible. The average attention span tends to be around 8 seconds, so what should we do to make them stop on your post? There is no tip and trick here. It all comes from the core. Assuming that you are totally clear about your target audience, then make sure your content has: ⇒ Appelling hook ⇒ Valuable body ⇒ Strong and clear CTA It is necessary to balance the attraction of three elements. Because: If your hook is great, but your body does not give them what you promise, they will be disappointed and even feel like being cheated. If your body provides a lot of value, but your hook is not compelling to make them stop... I don't think they are patient enough to scroll down to find out what's next. And everything is good, but your CTA? Then your post is for no purpose. 👉 To have a good hook: - Start with a surprising fact, statistic, or a bold statement that challenges common beliefs. - Using open questions to pique their curiosity - Leverage emotion by sharing a relatable experience, a witty remark, or a controversial opinion. 👉 To make the body part more attractive, consider: - Use storytelling - Your personal stories or experience - Give real and concrete examples - Share a quote from an expert or market leader. - Combine with lists, bullet points, or short paragraphs to make the content easy to skim and scan 👉 Finally, remember to craft a short but strong CTA.  Don't miss the chance if you successfully get their attention with the hook.  Make sure they know what to do next after reading your post. - Add the specific benefit they can get by taking action to make your CTA irresistible  - Use language that creates urgency or excitement - Align the CTA with the user's journey stage; for instance, a "Learn more" CTA is great for awareness, while "Buy now" suits a more ready-to-convert audience. In the world of social media nowadays, where competition for attention is cutthroat, it's not just about being seen—it's about being remembered and acted upon. When you combine these three elements effectively, your social media posts will not only capture attention but maintain engagement and drive the desired action as well. #socialmediastrategy #contentcreation

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I couldn’t possibly get more of an ick from seeing LinkedIn experts telling beginner creators not to schedule posts…despite beginner creator’s biggest problem being that they can’t stay consistent. If you struggle to stay consistent: 1. Batch write posts 2. Schedule them (using LinkedIn) 3. Enjoy automatic consistency Thank me later ✌🏼 p.s. wanna get started writing consistently on social? Here’s my free social copywriting book: https://lnkd.in/eG3whRgu Over 2,500 business owners have it.

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I have 241 connection requests, Tomorrow it would be ZER0 No, I ain’t gonna accept all of them In fact, I would have to reject majority of them Here are 4 reasons why: 1. Quality over Quantity: If you connect with everyone, you might end up with a lot of contacts who don’t really add value to your professional life. 2. Relevance: Random connections might fill your feed with content that doesn’t interest you or help you professionally. 3. Engagement: LinkedIn’s algorithms favor content that gets engagement. If your connections aren’t interested in your posts, your content might not reach as many people. 4. Trust and Credibility: Your network reflects on you. Having connections with people you don’t know or who aren’t relevant to your field can dilute your professional brand. It’s better to focus on building a network of people who you can genuinely connect with and who can support your goals. PS: How many connections do you have?

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80% of my connection requests get accepted (here’s exactly what I do) I used to send connection requests without a note. Big creators ignored them keeping a majority of my requests pending. I cracked the code with my personalized message and my acceptance rate shot up to 80%. Find my exact message here: https://lnkd.in/dsQfGcP6 Why it works: ↳ Addresses common fears people face ↳ Shows respect for their time ↳ Offers an easy out The results? ↳ 80% acceptance rate ↳ Connections with top creators ↳ Genuine, spam-free network growth Remember: Big creators are people too. They appreciate honesty and respect. Whether you’re a founder, coach, executive, or professional like me, this message works like a charm universally. Repost this to help a fellow networker level up their LinkedIn game ♻️ and follow Shabbir Jasden for more in the future. P.S. Do you send personalized requests often?

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Sometimes connect with the big dogs in your niche/industry who are doing 10X more than you ..so your Mental Horizon will expand Some of us - our mind is like bed sitter🥲(too small) ..no wonder we think making $10K monthly is a big deal - whereas that's some people's profit weekly But Sylvester, is it just about thinking - NO - but that's where everything start from (YOUR THOUGHT 💭) You can't do what you haven't thought about - Why a verse of the Bible said - For as a man thinket in his heart - so He is meaning you're already what you think- (I refuse to think small🧠❌) PS. What's that milestone you always think is a big deal for you? Share your thoughts in the comment.

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