There is saying that goes, “It’s not what you say; it’s how you say it.” Well, in blogging, that is NOT true. What you say is just as important as how you say it – literally and figuratively. There are three ways to ensure that you say what you want to say in the way…
Tag: Writing
December Is My Blogging & Writing Month
I am getting a jump-start on a super duper 2013 by re-posting all of my writing and blogging articles for the month of December. As with many of my other plans, this was rather last minute so I do not know what it will look like. All I know is that it will be done….
The Top 10 Qualities of Successful Writers
Which qualities do some writers possess that make them more successful than others? I have run across many people who claim to be writers, but have no evidence of published works. Successful writers do what they have to do in light of circumstances and disappointments to get their works published. They will finish the race…
Listen to My 2 Minutes of Fame with Tasha Clopton-Stubbs
Karma is a beautiful thing especially when it’s returned by a beautiful person. Last year I interviewed my writing buddy, Tasha Clopton-Stubbs, who is a freelance journalist and educator. Well, she interviewed me for a project. It was truly an honor because it was a pleasant surprise and it was great being thought of. Listen…
Is My Support Enough? [Discussion]
I know tons of people doing great things. But the best way I can support them is through my writing. I don’t mind helping people by promoting their products, services, events and programs on my sites and social networks. But, here’s a problem for me: These same people then ask me to either buy, invest…
Reflection: From Frustrated to Enlightened Writer
For the past few weeks, I have been completing my book and work, 62 Posts to Overcome Blogger’s Block. Actually, I became overly engrossed with the book to the point of frustration, and was losing my joy of writing the book. Along with that came the desire NOT to write anything. I have been much…
Press Release: New Book to Help Bloggers Overcome “Writers Block”
NEW BOOK TO HELP BLOGGERS OVERCOME “WRITERS BLOCK” Accomplished Chicago-based blogger aims at helping others build upon their blog concepts. CHICAGO – Marcie Hill, a Chicago-based blogger and professional speaker will release her upcoming book, 62 Posts to Overcome Blogger’s Block, in August. This book is a collaboration of encounters Hill has witnessed, first-hand after…
My Blessings from Reading Copywriting Extraordinaire Joseph Sugarman
I was reading The Adweek Copywriting Handbook by Joseph Sugarman and was overly blessed. You would think this blessing came from his expertise on how to become a better copywriter. It wasn’t. My blessing came from a story he shared about HOW he got something he wanted that was seemingly out of his financial reach…
6 Lessons Learned While Writing My Blog Content Book
My blog content book is moving right along, and I am so excited. I can honestly say that it’s truly a blessing to write about blogging, both of which I really enjoy. Anyway, here are 6 of the lessons I’ve learned thus far while writing my blog content book. Everyone’s Not Going to Say Yes…
Happy Birthday Dr. Maya Angelou! – Read Our Interview in St. Louis Magazine
Read my interview with Dr. Maya Angelou is St. Louis Magazine.com. I am sooooooooo excited. My story was printed in her hometown publication on her birthday!