Welcome to a special series where you’ll get to know each of the incredible team members at Emily Writes! While I started out as a one-woman show, I soon discovered that I needed a team. I certainly can’t do it all, and I am incredibly grateful for each woman who contributes to our success. In this blog, I’ll introduce you to Lauren Shissler, an editor and writer on the team.
Are you sick of that pesky writer’s block? Today’s blog reveals my secret weapon: AI! Alongside four other proven strategies, I share how AI has revolutionized my writing process.
Are you on the fence about hiring a content writer? No matter the size of your business or marketing team, help is available. Let’s explore four signs that it might be time to hire an expert content writer to support your business!
Relationships matter, especially in business. And the best social media platform for building genuine business relationships is LinkedIn! In this post, I’ll share six practical steps that have helped me succeed.
Are you one of the many people who get tripped up on what to write online? My biggest advice to you is simple: Just be yourself! Authentic copy is the key to increasing brand loyalty, building trust with your audience, and increasing your sales. I also provide three tips for learning how to write authentically.
You’ve probably heard that it’s important to have calls to action (CTAs) on your social media posts. But why? And what kinds of CTAs should you be using?
My latest blog breaks this all down!
Learning how to maximize your creative energy is an important entrepreneurial skill! In today’s blog, I’ll share how my daily schedule has changed since becoming a mom, and one actionable step you can take TODAY to conserve your valuable creative energy.
When it comes to Instagram and Facebook, you don’t have to create completely different content! Here are my 4 top tips for how you can differentiate your posts, while using the same general copy and ideas.
Are you drawing a blank when it comes to social media ideas for your small business? Let me help you out! Here are five steps for brainstorming fresh ideas.
Learn how to get the most out of your social media investment. In this blog, I’ll give you my top 5 tips on how to grow your business through Instagram!
Are you ready to get started building a network on LinkedIn but don’t know where to start? Or maybe LinkedIn seems intimidating? Never fear, Emily Writes is here with 5 simple steps to create a profile you’ll be proud of and make connections that last!
If you’re looking to start your own business, you’re in luck! There are thousands of amazing people and organizations, ready…
Social media can truly be a beautiful thing in our disconnected, jaded world. It helps us facilitate connections and relationships that otherwise wouldn’t be possible! Learn more about making real connections through social media in this week’s blog.
With over 1 billion users, Instagram is an excellent platform to use to promote your business and grow your following. But it can be very overwhelming! Let’s break down all of the features of Instagram and how you can use it for your business!
From the early days of Twitter and Facebook to the countless platforms out there today, it’s no question that social…
I created my 2022 content marketing calendar in about an hour. Here’s my step-by-step process.
To finish out 2021, I have another excellent guest blog from one of the Emily Writes’ team members, Emily Eynon. Since the pandemic, working from home has become more popular. Emily wrote a great piece about how working from home allows her to obtain a work-life balance while still getting to work on projects that mean the most to her!
This week, I turned my blog over to another one of the talented writers on my team, Melissa Treacy. Working in the virtual space definitely has its upsides. But it can be hard to balance your work life with your home life when the Internet (and your work!) is there all of the time. Keep reading for some tips from Melissa on how to keep your sanity … and your boundaries!
This week, I turned my blog over to one of the talented writers on my team! Amanda is here to share why you should build WITH social media, not just ON it.
If you manage social media accounts for a business or other organization, software like Agorapulse can bring a level of automation and sophistication to your efforts. I’d like to share why I chose Agorapulse over the myriad of other platforms, its capabilities and drawbacks, and whether or not I recommend it for you!
Think of your favorite “thought leaders” in your industry. These are the people who are your go-to sources for all of the latest information and trends.
Wouldn’t it be great if YOU could become one of those go-to people? An industry thought leader?
In my blog this week, I break down how to write a LinkedIn article and why this is an excellent way to build your authority and start branding yourself as a true thought leader!
When I write marketing materials, I’m always searching for the perfect call to action. So I’ve compiled 100 of my favorite CTAs to help other marketers out there! Save this article for the next time you need writing inspiration…
Instagram recently announced huge changes coming to its platform. How does this affect you and your business’s content marketing plan? What can you do to adapt your plan to Instagram’s newest changes?
Have you recently hired a contracted content writer? Congrats on that great decision!!
I’m here to tell you that a successful, long-term relationship is possible. Here are my four best tips for getting the most out of your new writer.
As a creative person, it can sometimes be difficult to “force” creativity when I’m not feelin’ it… but still have to deliver.
So over the years, I’ve come up with some tips and tricks that help me stay productive. Here are my top five productivity tips!
As a business owner, you know you need to be on social media. But which platform should you choose to focus on? This blog breaks it down for you to help you choose the right one for your needs!
The bio on your social media profile is like your personal elevator pitch. Spending the time to craft a well-written and punchy social media bio is well worth the effort. This blog is meant to be your step-by-step playbook for writing a solid bio for each of your social media profiles, for both personal and professional brands.
Three things happened in the summer of 2005: “Hollaback Girl” by Gwen Stefani was topping the music charts. My friends…
Your brand is everything online. When someone types your name or business name into a search engine, you want to…
Like any young business, Emily Writes has evolved over the last two years. What started out as a 1-woman social…
When I worked in the corporate world, someone gave me this small piece of leadership advice that has really stuck…
It’s that time of year… Time for the “best of” lists. Time for New Years’ resolution articles. Time for everyone…
You might be surprised to learn that when a client’s social media strategy calls for both Facebook and Instagram –…
I recently wrote about why it’s dangerous to neglect social media as a business owner. I get it!! It takes…
If you’ve taken a social media hiatus during the last few months – I get it. Between toxic political discussions…
Social media is a vital part of any business or organization’s content marketing efforts. But the number one question I…
I’m not going to make you wait for the answer! Both LinkedIn and TikTok have a majority of users who…
I’ll be the first to say that social media isn’t rocket science. Yet there’s a reason I work with so many organizations, solopreneurs, and small business owners to manage their social media. These are smart, capable people who could all run their own social media… if they wanted to or had the time. They choose to outsource their social media because of the four skill sets listed above.
Facebook organic marketing is getting trickier by the day. You’re not sure if Instagram, Pinterest, or Twitter are right for…
Launching Emily Writes was terrifying. I was afraid I’d pick the wrong company name. I was afraid I wouldn’t get…
The 2020 Social Media Marketing World (SMMW) conference, held March 2-4 in San Diego, was an incredible experience. Yet it…
