A CEO’s Guide for Implementing the Best Document Version Control Strategy
You’re losing money. Nearly 75% of the time your team spends working on written information is wasted on searching and needlessly duplicating company documents. But it doesn’t end there. Picture this: You sent the wrong document to a client and haven’t heard back from them, but you feel your credibility has already been damaged as it’s not the first time this...
November 29, 2022 READ MORE
The 10 Best Nonfiction Books for this Holiday Season
“A book is a gift you can open again and again.” — Garrison Keillor The holiday season is right around the corner. That magical time filled with joy and excitement lights up the air. It’s also the time to find thoughtful gifts for the most special people in our lives. What could be a better gift than a book? But it’s not just any book. We’re talking abou...
November 25, 2022 READ MORE
The Top 10 Best Practices for Producing an Effective Blog in 2022 and Beyond
The art of blogging requires individuals to possess a solid writing skill set. Nevertheless, most folks believe blogging boils down to merely jotting down ideas and publishing them on a webpage. While one can certainly do that, effective blogging goes much deeper than cobbling words together. This article will explore the top 10 blogging best practices for 2022 and beyo...
November 22, 2022 READ MORE
The Power of Great Content: Write Your Way to Superior Brand Awareness
Excellent brand awareness is essential for business growth, and the key to driving high levels of brand awareness is implementing a robust content marketing strategy. As the title of the research paper by Müller and Christandl 2019 suggests, “Content is king, but who is the king of kings?” Different businesses have different marketing requirements. With a whole spe...
November 15, 2022 READ MORE
Nine Delightful Gifts for Writers in Your Life
Would you like to see your favorite writer wordless, at least for a moment? This holiday season is your opportunity. Writers have their own special wishes. Make one or more of those come true this year, with gifts to equip and inspire them or enhance their workspaces. There’s something here for every budget, from the least to the most lavish. 1. “Caution” door...
November 11, 2022 READ MORE
Case Study: How Can A Writing Agency Help Improve Your Website?
Your website can make or break your appeal to customers and clients. Modern tools can help you make beautiful and elegant web pages, but your site's functionality and visuals are only half the battle. Your web copy is the other half. Compelling copywriting can be an intricate and challenging task, even for those specializing in it. However, with the help of a writing ag...
November 8, 2022 READ MORE
Celebrating 10 Years With TWFH’s Erin Larson
10 years ago, an online “want ad" grabbed the attention of Wisconsin-based writer and editor, Erin Larson. Little did she know, her decision to respond to the ad would eventually propel her into a fascinating new career with an up-and-coming writing agency. In celebration of her decade anniversary with The Writers For Hire, we sat down with Erin reflect on the past 10...
November 4, 2022 READ MORE
Top Reasons Why an Editorial Calendar Is Crucial for an Effective Content Campaign
Effective planning can mean the difference between achieving goals and missing the mark. And when it comes to content campaigns, planning is everything. In this article, we will explore the use of an editorial calendar as part of an effective content campaign. Specifically, we will discuss five reasons why an editorial calendar is crucial for a successful content campai...
November 1, 2022 READ MORE
5 Ways Writing a Nonfiction Book Can Help You Grow Your Business
“Your business and results are a reflection of you. Your business and results will grow in direct proportion to your own growth.”— James Arthur Ray Growing your business is no easy task. It takes time and dedication to build a business from the ground up. Of course, thanks to your full commitment to your brand, you are up to the task. But there are times when y...
October 28, 2022 READ MORE
Many new authors find that once they have their book written and published, they rarely see a return on their investment simply by book sales alone. While frustrating, it’s certainly not uncommon. In fact, hardcopy book sales have been on the decline since digital publishing was introduced and has grown in popularity. For authors publishing with traditional publishers...
October 25, 2022 READ MORE
How Can I Write A Book About My Life?
A life story is something to be remembered. Writing a book is not only a great way to share such a story; it may also help and inspire those who read it. However, many who set out to put their life story to the page are caught off guard by just how much time, energy, and commitment writing their autobiography or memoir demands. In this article, we will go over the di...
October 21, 2022 READ MORE
5 Ways Hiring a Ghostwriter Helps Your Company
“The main things I hear from people when I work with them as a ghostwriter [are] 'I'm capable of writing this, but I don't have the time to do it’ or 'I can do it, but I would find it very stressful.’ Other people have many skills, but writing may not be something that comes easily to them. If you find a good ghostwriter, they should be able to capture your voice and...
October 19, 2022 READ MORE
5 Reasons Why You Should Have Technical Writers on Your Team
The first thing most people think of when hearing the term “technical writing” is engineering or science. However, you can apply technical writing to any business, regardless of its level of complexity. For example, many retail establishments use technical writers to craft their operations manuals. In addition, small, medium, and large companies utilize white papers...
October 14, 2022 READ MORE
Unbelievably Strange Historical Facts
As writers, we are inherently curious beings. And given that our portfolio includes various family history and genealogy projects, it’s only natural that we’d find history to be especially fascinating and compelling. In one of our recent ventures down the rabbit hole of interesting historical facts, we came across this article from Ranker.com, with historical storie...
October 11, 2022 READ MORE
Affect or Effect: 5 Tricks to Never Use the Wrong One Again
“Grammar is to a writer what anatomy is to a sculptor or the scales to a musician. You may loathe it. It may bore you. But nothing will replace it, and once you’ve mastered it, it will support you like a rock.” — B.J. Chute The English language has its nuances. Well, some of those nuances can get quite tricky. In some cases, they can be downright frustrating. Ta...
October 7, 2022 READ MORE
Rebranding: 3 Ways a Writing Agency Can Help
Every business needs an upgrade once in a while. Whether you’re integrating a new philosophy or undergoing organizational changes, rebranding is necessary to make sure the improvements within your business match the message you want to portray. With so much research, planning, and strategy involved, it may seem like a daunting process. If your company decides to rebra...
October 4, 2022 READ MORE
7 Ways To Generate Leads Through Content Creation
"The lead generation process starts by finding out where your target market ‘lives’ on the web.” — Wayne Davis Business professionals worldwide rally around the battle cry “Drive more sales!” Indeed, boosting sales is typically the top priority for most businesses. Sales, nevertheless, do not materialize from the ether. There is legwork that goes into spurri...
September 30, 2022 READ MORE
Choosing the Right Format When Writing Your Family History
You’ve dreamed of writing a family history book for years. In fact, you’ve even started wading through old documents, photos, and records. But after countless hours of research, you’re stuck. What do you do with all of the materials you’ve gathered? What’s the best way to present your family’s history? What kind of a story do you want to tell -- and how d...
September 27, 2022 READ MORE
What is Website Readability and How Do I Improve It?
The readability of a website determines if it succeeds or fails in its intended purpose. Creating high readability website content follows many of the same basic principles as doing it in print. However, the value of these principles is not always obvious when designing a web page. Because of this, many people may ignore them. The result is an internet littered with ...
September 23, 2022 READ MORE
6 Essential Elements of a Killer Marketing Campaign
“Good marketing makes the company look smart. Great marketing makes the customer feel smart.” — Joe Chernov Making your customers feel smart is much easier than you think. In fact, you can make them feel like geniuses. Author and entrepreneur Allen Gannett once remarked, “Creating marketing that works should not be rocket science.” Indeed, creating awesome ...
September 20, 2022 READ MORE
Of all the world’s most dangerous professions, writer is probably not anywhere close to the top of the list. That being said, there are some pretty hazardous things that we writers do that can be harmful to our wellbeing. Our eyesight is a prime example of something that is greatly affected by our profession. According to this article from Craft Your Content, ...
September 16, 2022 READ MORE
Ancestral Family Name Changes: How to Trace Your Ancestors When Birth Names are Unknown
We’ve probably all heard the sob story: A poor immigrant arrived in Ellis Island after their harrowing journey across the Atlantic. Not understanding the fast-spoken English of the customs officials there, the immigrant tried to give the official their name, but was misunderstood. Due to an overload of immigrants to process, as well as a lack of patience, the customs ...
September 13, 2022 READ MORE
How Great Content Can Improve Customer Retention
How can all your created content serve the goal of retaining customers? That’s an important question because your current customers are valuable; they are the ones who have already bought into your product or service. And consider the potential impact the customers you keep will make on your bottom line: 80% of your future profits will come from 20% of your existin...
September 9, 2022 READ MORE
6 Reasons Why You Should Write a Prescriptive Nonfiction Book
The term “prescriptive nonfiction” may not mean much to you, but there’s no doubt that you have come across this genre of books more than once. A prescriptive nonfiction book is a guide, written by an expert in a particular field, which provides people with the knowledge to solve their problems and challenges. It doesn't matter if you are trying to lose weight, sa...
September 6, 2022 READ MORE
All About Content Creation: How Content Creation Helps Businesses Grow
In today’s uber-competitive business environment, content is king. Brands that produce fresh, engaging, and relevant content stand out among their competitors. According to data by HubSpot, 90% of brands plan to continue focusing on content creation in 2022 and beyond. This figure underscores the importance of relevant content in the current and future business lan...
September 2, 2022 READ MORE
8 TIPS FOR WORKING WITH YOUR GHOSTWRITER TO GET GREAT CONTENT
You have a terrific idea for a book, but maybe you don’t have the writing skills or the time to make it happen. Instead of letting that stop you, you’ve gone the extra mile and found a ghostwriter. Now that you’ve signed the contract, how can you make the most of your investment? Learn how to collaborate with your ghostwriter and produce great content from the exp...
August 30, 2022 READ MORE
Website 101: 5 Ways a Writing Agency Can Help Your Website Overhaul
“Your website is the window of your business. Keep it fresh, keep it exciting.”— Jay Conrad Levinson In today’s business world, a company’s website is its calling card. A great website helps your business put its best foot forward. In contrast, a poor website creates a bad first impression. There is no question that spending time and effort building a great...
August 26, 2022 READ MORE
7 Steps to Deciphering Old Handwriting for Genealogy Research
Picture this…You’ve suddenly come into possession of a box filled with old family pictures and genealogy documents, including a diary written by one of your ancestors over 100 years ago. Excited to uncover long forgotten family secrets, you open up the diary, only to find that you can barely read the chicken scratch scrawled on its pages. As far as you can tell, the...
August 24, 2022 READ MORE
Key Elements of the Perfect Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs)
Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) are written step-by-step instructions that cover an organization’s regularly occurring work processes. While this description makes them sound like simple assets to set up, SOPs take far more time and commitment to bring to fruition than many business owners realize. Likewise, they also convey far more benefits to businesses tha...
August 22, 2022 READ MORE
8 Reasons for Writing a Nonfiction Book
Writing and publishing a nonfiction book can be one of the most rewarding endeavors you undertake in your lifetime. Not only does it provide you with more credibility as an expert in your field, it also gives you ample opportunities to grow your business, create additional income streams, and share your knowledge with others who want to learn from your life experiences....
August 19, 2022 READ MORE
Managing Change: 5 Ways a Writing Agency can Help with Change Management
Change is everywhere. It is one of the few things one can consistently expect. Stopping change is virtually impossible. Therefore, professionals must find a way to adapt to change and thrive from it. In this regard, change management is a crucial task that organizations must master. Getting change management right can have a significant impact on an organization’s ove...
August 17, 2022 READ MORE
11 Common Editing and Typo Mistakes to Watch for in Your Own Book and How to Fix Them
Have you ever read a piece of writing, be it a book, article, or even a blog or social media post, that just leaves you shaking your head, wondering what the author was trying to say? Don’t let this be you or your book! From fragmented sentences and misspelled words, to lack of punctuation — good ideas getting lost in bad writing is an all-too-common occurrence...
August 15, 2022 READ MORE
A Peek Inside the Incredible Minds of Multilinguals
Having the ability to fluently speak more than one language comes with a lot of advantages. But how, exactly, do multilinguals manage to flip from one language to another without getting thoroughly confused? According to a fantastic article shared by TWFH writer, Barbara Adams, research has shown that when a person who is multilingual speaks, all of the languages they k...
August 12, 2022 READ MORE
How Can a Writing Agency Work With SMEs to Develop SOPs?
There’s no denying that Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) are a valuable investment for any business. But getting them written, and written well, can often be quite daunting. Sometimes it’s tempting to leave the task of writing them to your resident Subject Matter Experts (SMEs): They’re already on the payroll and do the documented tasks every day, so why not?T...
August 10, 2022 READ MORE
An Industry Expert Guide to Writing a Winning Memoir
Memoir writing is nothing new. In fact, memoirs have existed since the first century B.C.E. One of the most well-known memoir writers from that period was Julius Caesar, whose memoir, “Commentaries on the Gaelic Wars,” was published into eight books. Not only did Caesar’s work give us an insight into one of the most remarkable times in history, it also conceptuali...
August 8, 2022 READ MORE
8 Best Practices for Client Communication
“It takes months to find a customer… seconds to lose one.” — Vince Lombardi Communicating with clients is an essential part of any successful business. But, how well do companies truly communicate? The key lies in understanding successful communication and how to achieve it. In this article, we will take a close look at client communication. In particular...
August 4, 2022 READ MORE
What’s in a Name? Picking the Right Pen Name for a Nonfiction Book
Good writing, regardless of the author’s name, will always be good writing. Nevertheless, there may be a time when an author may choose to forego their true name and adopt a pen name. There are various reasons why authors would choose to take on a different name to publish their works. This article will focus on why authors choose to adopt a pen name. Further, it wi...
August 3, 2022 READ MORE
The Great English Plurals Debate
The other day, I overheard my kids having a passionate debate about the plural of “octopus.” My son insisted that the correct word was “octopi,” while my daughter argued that it was actually “octopuses.” This debate brought to mind an article that TWFH’s Office Manager, Kathy Rinchuiso, recently shared with us about the general rules of pluralization in th...
August 1, 2022 READ MORE
Outsource Content to Make Your Company’s Voice Ring
Keeping a company’s web content current, relevant, and thought-provoking to potential clients is a 24/7 job. The task is much simpler when you outsource it to a competent agency whose job is to create superb internet material for you. Your web-based content is simply better, there is more of it, and it is up-to-the-minute. Outsourcing has advantages. Still, importa...
July 29, 2022 READ MORE
For the Love of Words: A Writing Agency’s Story
“I’ve always loved writing; I really had a passion for it all my life,” says Wintress Odom, owner and editor-in-chief at The Writers for Hire (TWFH), a Houston-based writing agency with clients across the U.S. and the world. When she started out as a solo freelance writer over 20 years ago, Wintress Odom didn’t know that both adversity and success lay ahead. She...
July 27, 2022 READ MORE
The Writers For Hire’s Top Microsoft Word Tips
We at The Writers For Hire have a bit of a love/hate relationship with Microsoft Word. On one hand, it really is the best word processing software around. On the other hand, the formatting issues we sometimes run into are enough to drive even the most even-tempered of us mad. Luckily, though, we have each learned some great tricks to make Word much easier to work wit...
July 25, 2022 READ MORE
The Fascinating History of Ghostwriting
For nearly 5,000 years, there have been two kinds of humans: 1) People with expendable income who have something to say 2) People who write better than the first category Hence, a ghostwriting service is born. From ancient Egypt to the modern U.S., literate cultures have relied on ghostwriters to convey politics, business, science, entertainment, and more. As auth...
July 22, 2022 READ MORE
Fantastic Words That Are Their Own Autonyms
[block_imgwrap_per conper="70" content="It’s a well-known fact that English is a complicated language. To begin with, we have a bunch of words that have different meanings and spellings, but are pronounced the same, such as there, their, and they’re. We also have a ton of words with silent letters, like neighbor, sign, thought, and gnome. In addition, there ar...
July 20, 2022 READ MORE
Your Thought Leadership Book: Why Hire a Writing Agency?
You are a seasoned expert in your industry, and you've always wanted to write a thought leadership book. But a book is a big project. Where do you start? How do you organize your knowledge? How do you know your writing is any good? You aren’t alone. Many new authors struggle to start and finish a book. After all, you’re an expert in your expertise, not in writing, ...
July 18, 2022 READ MORE
How To Become a Great Self-Editor: 7 Questions To Improve Your Writing
We’ve said it before, and we’ll probably say it again: Editing is an essential part of the writing process. Every writer -- from the bestselling novelist to the complete novice -- can benefit from a thorough review by a critical, impartial eye. Of course, it’s hard to be critical and impartial about your own work. This is also true for every writer, which is why ...
July 15, 2022 READ MORE
The Power of the Amazing Human Brain
There’s no denying that the human brain in an amazing supercomputer. Composed of roughly 86 billion neurons, it is estimated your brain can store 2,500,000 gigabytes of information. However, most experts agree that there is much more about the brain that we don’t know than there are things we do know. And there are a lot of supposed “facts” about the brain that ...
July 13, 2022 READ MORE
12 Traits of a Good Ghostwriter
Hiring the right ghostwriter can be difficult; you’ll have to find someone who not only knows how to research and structure an article but also has the right credentials and the right personality to write in your voice and on your behalf. Whether you’re a blogger looking to get started with your first book or an established author looking to further your career, it ...
July 11, 2022 READ MORE
Calling All Thought Leaders: Why Hire a Ghostwriting Team?
You’re an expert in your industry. So why should you enlist a team of professional writers, proofreaders, and editors to help with your written communications? The answers could transform the quality and quantity of your messaging—from blogs to speeches, whitepapers to books, and more. Thought Leadership Involves Thought Sharing You know that consistent thoug...
July 8, 2022 READ MORE
How an Internal Communications Plan Can Improve Employee Retention
“Now Hiring!” “Join Our Team!” The signs are everywhere--from fast food joints and discount retailers to universities and tech firms. Job boards like Indeed are filled with listings seeking professionals and specialists in fields that never expected to have so many vacancies, certainly not all at once. Even when posts are filled, turnover is high. In the fac...
July 6, 2022 READ MORE
How Do You Find Out About Your Family History?
You have decided to explore your family history, and are ready to dive in, but you are not quite sure how to get started. You've heard various family stories passed down from older generations, but you don’t know which stories are factual or which are exaggerated versions of the truth. You also have a pile of random genealogy documents that were given to you by a ...
July 4, 2022 READ MORE
Expert Tips for Writing a Killer Autobiography
“When you write down your life, every page should contain something no one has ever heard about.” — Elias Canetti More often than not, the thought of an autobiography conjures thoughts of famous individuals and historical figures. The truth is that you don’t need to be the president of a country or a war hero to chronicle your life’s story. Everyone has a ...
July 1, 2022 READ MORE
Can You Really Master a Language in Just One Week?
If you could have any super power in the world, what would it be? For me, it would be the ability to converse in any language. Can you imagine how amazing that would be?!? Of course, in reality, learning a new language is no easy feat. According to the Foreign Service Institute, it takes the average person 24-30 weeks of full-time study to reach a basic level of prof...
June 29, 2022 READ MORE
“EBooks have many advantages – publishers don’t have to make guesses about how many books to print, books need never go ‘out of print,’ and hard-to-find books can be easily available.” — Kate Grenville To the common observer, an eBook is merely an ordinary book in an electronic format. This misconception stems from regular print books becoming widely avail...
June 27, 2022 READ MORE
5 Ways to Use Content for Customer Retention
“When the customer comes first, the customer will last.”— Walt Disney Attracting customers is one of the biggest challenges companies face. Keeping them is an even bigger one. After all, customers are the lifeline of all businesses. When companies successfully care for customers, they not only attract new customers but also retain them. While attracting cu...
June 24, 2022 READ MORE
How Long Does It Take to Write a Book with a Ghostwriter?
Writing a book is a huge undertaking, and it's one that many people choose to do with the help of a ghostwriter. While working with a ghostwriter can be a great way to get a professionally written book, it's essential to factor in how long the process may take. Having a book ghostwritten is more involved than simply waiting for the writer to complete it. It's a proce...
June 22, 2022 READ MORE
What to Look for When Hiring a Technical Writer
Producing technical materials requires a unique combination of knowledge and skill. On the one hand, technical writers must be experts in their respective fields. They need to be connoisseurs of the subject matter they write. On the other hand, technical writers also need creativity to produce engaging materials beneficial to the public. Fortunately, most quality tec...
June 20, 2022 READ MORE
The Surprising Truth Behind Your Favorite Products
Have you ever wondered how your favorite products came to be? I mean, who in the world came up with the idea of bubble wrap? And what evil genius was behind Play-Doh? According to this great article from Insider, many of the popular brands and products we use every day were actually created by accident. And, as this article from Mental Floss explains, many of those p...
June 17, 2022 READ MORE
5 Reasons Why Companies Should Hire a Writing Agency for Their Standard Operating Procedures
Successful companies, big and small, live by clear and consistent instructions. These instructions are the building blocks of Standard Operation Procedures (SOPs). Companies use SOPs to guide virtually every facet of their operations. Therefore, SOPs must communicate precisely what staff members must do in order to achieve the company’s objectives. The challenge, h...
June 15, 2022 READ MORE
Am I Qualified to Write a Self-Help Book?
Are you looking to write a self-help book but don’t know if you’re qualified enough? A self-help book is different from other types of nonfiction because it addresses issues that people struggle with every day. Hence, it can be very personal and often requires a lot of research. While that may sound very daunting, especially if you’re not an experienced writer,...
June 10, 2022 READ MORE
How to Choose a Nonfiction Book Format: 10 Types of Nonfiction Genres You Need to Consider
“I still believe nonfiction is the most important literature to come out of the second half of the 20th century.” — Tom Wolfe In 2021, 825.75 million print books were sold in the United States, according to Statista. This figure bodes well since it represents an 8.9% year-over-year growth for the book market. Moreover, data from NPD indicates that adult nonfict...
June 8, 2022 READ MORE
The Manuscript Writing Cafe: Headquarters For Writers on a Deadline
Have you ever had a strict writing deadline for a project, but found it difficult to just sit down and get it done? With so many constant distractions, finding the focus needed to meet deadlines can feel like a never-ending struggle. However, in Tokyo, Japan, they have found the perfect solution! Located in the Bohemian Koenji district, the Manuscript Writing Café serv...
June 6, 2022 READ MORE
6 Reasons to Hire a Technical Ghostwriter for Your Company
When it comes to the tech industry, few jobs are in as high demand as the technical writer. In fact, the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics estimates that by 2030, employment growth for technical writers will rise by a whopping 12%. That gives this job sector the highest growth average than any other sector in the world! It’s safe to say that technical writers, especiall...
June 3, 2022 READ MORE
Should I Hire a Ghostwriter for My Company Blog?
A blog is an effective communication tool between a business and its customers (or potential customers). However, companies often find that running a blog poses several challenges. These challenges range from lack of time to lack of writing experience. Suppose you’re thinking about starting a company blog or have already started publishing content. In that case, you ...
June 1, 2022 READ MORE
5 Ways Using Active Voice Will Improve Your Writing
The English language has two “voices” used in speaking and writing. It is quite common to hear references to these voices, but what do they truly mean? And when should each voice be used? What is voice? English uses the term “voice” to refer to the connection between the subject and the object of a sentence. This connection is possible through the use of ...
May 30, 2022 READ MORE
3 Great Online Dictionaries for Writers
It’s no secret that we writers love good words. After all, putting words together in an elegant fashion is what we do. Given our affinity for the written language, it should come as no surprise that we frequently geek out over fun new dictionaries, thesauruses, and encyclopedias. Recently, a few of our writers shared some awesome online dictionaries that they stumbled...
May 27, 2022 READ MORE
African American Lineage: 9 Steps to Tracing the Ancestry of Slaves
For many people wishing to trace their heritage back to the time their ancestors immigrated to America, there are numerous sources and resources available. But what if your ancestors did not come to this country of their own free will? What if, instead, they were brought here hundreds of years ago by slave traders? Often, for people with African ancestry, it seems im...
May 25, 2022 READ MORE
Website Basics: 4 Elements Every Site Needs
Have you ever searched online and found a website that may have what you are looking for, only to exit immediately either because it was aesthetically unappealing or loaded too slowly? Your website is an excellent place for customers to learn about your business. It serves as your online home front that you can update to fit your needs. However, even the slightest u...
May 23, 2022 READ MORE
The Obedient Child: A Case Study in Writing an Autobiography
“I constantly think that I am so glad that I finished writing my biography with your great help. I think it is one of the most important accomplishments and most enjoyable experiences of my life.”Joyce Marleau, author of The Obedient Child Producing a high-quality autobiography can be a complicated endeavor for those with little or no writing experience. In fact, ma...
May 20, 2022 READ MORE
The Power of Positivity in Our Writing
We’ve all likely heard the saying, “positivity breeds positivity.” And many of us have probably witnessed evidence of its truth in our own lives. But positivity does much more than just spreading positive thoughts. In fact, a study done by Harvard Business Review found that people with positive outlooks are overall more successful (and happy) than their pes...
May 18, 2022 READ MORE
Style Guide 101: How Creating a Solid Style Guide Can Highlight Your Brand
“Your brand is what other people say about you when you’re not in the room.” — Jeff Bezos Building a successful company requires getting a number of things right. Delivering a quality product, maintaining consistent value, and providing outstanding service are pivotal in creating a great business. However, highlighting a company’s brand can take any busine...
May 16, 2022 READ MORE
12 Steps to Company History Book Success
Your company has reached a major milestone, a new CEO is being appointed, or maybe a significant anniversary is coming up. Press releases are fleeting, and your boss wants something more concrete, something to hand out to clients, stakeholders, investors, and employees. The execs have landed on the idea of a company history book -- one that can commemorate the compan...
May 13, 2022 READ MORE
5 Effective Tips for Self-Editing a Family History Book
“The secret to editing your work is simple: you need to become its reader instead of its writer.” — Zadie Smith Editing is a critical component of the writing process. After all, a well-written document needs polishing to ensure high quality. A common misconception is that editing involves “correcting” mistakes. While proofreading takes care of typos and li...
May 11, 2022 READ MORE
What Makes a Book Cover Iconic?
The saying goes “don’t judge a book by its cover.” But let’s be honest… we’ve all done it. If you’re browsing the shelves of the local bookstore, there are certain book covers that simply jump out and grab your attention more than others. There are also book covers that can easily be recognized by almost anyone, regardless of whether or not they have read ...
May 9, 2022 READ MORE
Top Reasons Why Every Company Needs to Hire a Technical Ghostwriter
Organizations invest significant resources in building products, research, and creating innovative solutions. Often, the information that emerges from these advancements involves highly technical and particularly specific content. As a result, general audiences may struggle to comprehend the valuable information presented fully. It is crucial to translate decidedly s...
May 6, 2022 READ MORE
What You Need to Know Before Writing Your Family Business History Book
Family-run businesses have been the backbone of the American economy for decades. A business is a source of pride for countless families, a great number of which go on to become well-established corporations. Some family companies even endure the test of time as they move from generation to generation. When businesses grow and thrive over the years and decades, they acc...
May 4, 2022 READ MORE
10 Best Formats for your Company History Book
Given all that goes into starting and successfully running a business, chances are that your company has a story to tell. Have you been tasked with sharing it? Maybe you have a milestone anniversary to celebrate, a legacy to preserve, or a great brand origin to share. Whatever the reasons, if you've thought about chronicling your company history, you may have discove...
May 2, 2022 READ MORE
Proofreading can be scary at times because it carries so much responsibility. The proofreader must deliver a product that is as perfect as humanly possible. In some businesses, the proofreader is the last person to touch a document, making the final changes before it is published. Like editing, proofreading can require a light or a heavy hand, depending on the sub...
April 29, 2022 READ MORE
Repurposing Blog Content: 10 Creative Ways to Get the Most Out of Your Existing Blog Content
Producing new content consistently can prove challenging. Tight schedules, personal issues, and unexpected situations can all make it complex to deliver content regularly. But what if there was a way to maintain a steady stream of content without reinventing the wheel? Enter repurposing blog content. In this article we will discuss 10 creative ways content creator...
April 26, 2022 READ MORE
Five Things to Know about Using Descriptive Narrative Writing in a Nonfiction Book
Conventional wisdom suggests that descriptive narrative belongs in the domain of fiction writing. Undoubtedly, fiction writers do need to exploit descriptive narrative as much as possible. However, for nonfiction writers, utilizing descriptive narrative can provide an effective tool to draw in and engage readers. Conventional wisdom also suggests that nonfiction writ...
April 22, 2022 READ MORE
7 Elements of a Great Website: A Guide for Writers and Publishers
“A great web design without functionality is like a sports car with no engine.” —Paul Cookson For writers and publishers, a high-quality website is a springboard to success. A wonderful website entices readers to explore what writers and publishers have to offer. However, a great website is not only about splashing content on the screen. It is about producing a...
April 19, 2022 READ MORE
10 Reasons to Hire a Professional Nonfiction Editor
“The life of an editor is not a glamorous one. You’re a fixer; you make things better.”—Courtney B. Vance The work of an editor often goes seemingly unnoticed. When readers work their way through a book, they fail to realize an editor’s vital role in making that book outstanding. While writers get most of the accolades, editors sit in the background, doling ou...
April 15, 2022 READ MORE
Who You Gonna Call? Ghostwriters! 7 Reasons to Hire a Ghostwriter
Many folks believe writing is about sitting in front of the computer and firing away at the keyboard. While writing does involve these things, it is not quite as easy as one might think. For some folks, writing can be downright challenging. When that faucet is turned on, but words barely trickle, the thought “Who you gonna call?” has but one answer: ghostwriter! ...
April 12, 2022 READ MORE
5 Key Things to Know about Starting a New Company Blog
“Blogging isn’t about publishing as much as you can. It’s about publishing as smart as you can” — Jon Morrow To a reader, a blog can be like an oasis. It is a drink of fresh water in the middle of a barren landscape. Blogs provide information, entertainment, solace, and encouragement. A good blog connects with readers. A great blog inspires them. In the cor...
April 8, 2022 READ MORE
5 Reasons You Should Hire a Ghostwriter to Get Your Business Book Written NOW
Writing a book is no easy task. If it were, everyone would have dozens of titles to their name. The fact is, success in writing a book requires a desire to communicate your message to the world and some good old fashioned writing skills. Writing a company history book or a personal memoir can fulfill the desire to get a message out there in the business world. Additi...
April 5, 2022 READ MORE
Overcoming Writer’s Block: 7 Great Tips for Getting Over the Hill
“It’s not the fear of writing that blocks people. It’s fear of not writing well; something quite different.” — Scott Berkun All writers inevitably face the dreaded writer’s block phenomenon. Whether they like it or not, writers must deal with tough periods in which nothing seems to flow. There are times when staring at a computer screen or a blank sheet o...
April 1, 2022 READ MORE
The 5 Best Sites for Family History Research
“History remembers only the celebrated, genealogy remembers them all.”— Laurence Overmire Recording one’s family history is a combination of mystery, admiration, and excitement. And pulling back on the layers of family history is one of the most rewarding endeavors anyone can undertake. While tracing one’s roots is indeed a gripping proposition, finding re...
March 29, 2022 READ MORE
Picking the Best Format to Write Your Life Story
You’ve had an interesting life, and you want to share your story with the world. You want to share lessons learned, leave a legacy for your family, or preserve favorite memories. You’ve thought about writing a book more than once, but you’re not sure where to start. In fact, you’re not even sure what kind of book you should write. Should you tell your story i...
March 25, 2022 READ MORE
5 Steps to Finding the Right Ghostwriting Agency for Your Technical Book
Do you think most politicians, business tycoons, celebrities, and experts write their own books? Think again. As you might have guessed, many bestselling books are written by ghostwriters working for ghostwriting agencies. Ghostwriting agencies have gained massive popularity in recent years because, with them, you can get your content curated by an experienced team of p...
March 22, 2022 READ MORE
How to Humanize Your Brand Through Social Media
Sometime around the close of the 20th century and the dawn of the 21st (but prior to the advent of Web 2.0), many companies began implementing a relatively new technology: complex phone systems. The idea was that customers could help themselves to the information they sought by navigating tele-menus from their touch-tone phones. Almost every major corporation and eve...
March 18, 2022 READ MORE
7 Tips for Choosing the Best Technical Writer for Your Project
If you’ve ever been tasked with writing technical documents for a diverse audience, you know that it’s not as simple as it sounds. You are well versed in your area of expertise and could talk about it for days on end. But when it comes to explaining it to someone outside your field, you find that it’s much easier said than done. That’s where hiring a technica...
March 15, 2022 READ MORE
5 Reasons to Hire a Ghostwriting Agency to Produce Your Non-Fiction Book
Producing a non-fiction book is a great way to jumpstart a professional career, boost brand positioning, or raise awareness on a specific topic. A well-crafted book provides a clear image of professionalism and expertise in any given domain. It’s no secret that writing a quality book takes time and effort. It also requires dedication to completing the task. However, t...
March 11, 2022 READ MORE
Writing an Autobiography? Hire a Ghostwriter!
When you tell people about your life, do you often hear, “you should write a book!”? Have you lived a life that inspires others, or do you have a fascinating family history that you are confident would be a bestseller? If you are reading this, chances are you have a spark burning inside you to get your story out into the world. There may be obstacles standing in ...
March 8, 2022 READ MORE
The Ins and Outs of Technical Writing
Technical writing is a handy tool for anyone who wants to communicate tech-related information. It is an art involving communicating information from one person or group to another so that the intended audience understands and uses the information effectively. However, the technical writing process is not complete without a skilled technical writer. One who is creative,...
March 4, 2022 READ MORE
How to Choose the Perfect Topic for Your Memoir
You have a story to tell, and you want to write a book. Not just any book, though. You want to write a book about your life. You love a good memoir, and you know that they are popular. You've lived an interesting life and you think it would translate into a remarkable memoir. But how do you write it? Do you simply tell the story of your life, or does it need to be mo...
February 22, 2022 READ MORE
The simple quotation mark has a surprisingly long and rich history. Its origin dates back a lot further than one might think. While the practice of using a written symbol to indicate an excerpt from another written work dates all the way back to Ancient Greece, documented history informs us that the ancestors of the double quotation mark that we use today first appea...
February 17, 2022 READ MORE
10 Things to Consider When Writing a Family History Book
"We all carry inside us, people who came before us." — Liam Callanan Writing a family history book is an endeavor rooted in love and admiration. Choosing to chronicle a family history is about honoring beloved ancestors, and giving a voice to those who may no longer be around to share their story. Crafting a family history book requires a combination of skill an...
February 15, 2022 READ MORE
What do you do when you need a solution to managing your money? You jump on your computer and begin searching for innovative ideas. On the first page of your Google results, you will come across an article from Ramsey Solutions - founded by best-selling author Dave Ramsey. Dave Ramsey is a Thought Leader. Thought Leaders like Ramsey are experts in their fields. The p...
February 11, 2022 READ MORE
Writing the Perfect Memoir: 5 Unforgettable Memoir Formats
“The ordinary stories of our ordinary lives have extraordinary gifts coded within them.” — Christina Baldwin Writing a memoir often seems reserved for people with extraordinary lives. There is a perception that memoirs should tell remarkable stories about singular people. While memoirs of singular lives are truly inspiring, the truth is that people with seeming...
February 8, 2022 READ MORE
Communication Preferences: Why They Matter When Working With SMEs
Subject Matter Experts (SMEs) are highly regarded in organizations and appreciated for their skill, experience, and expertise. If you've been recently assigned a technical project that involves working with a SME, you may be wondering how to get the most out of your conversation with them. Effective communication is an art, and while it seems safe to assume that every...
February 4, 2022 READ MORE
7 Best Practices for Creating a Memorable Company History Book
Companies are like living organisms that take on a life of their own over time. Like living organisms, companies change and evolve. They experience success and challenges leading them through a transformative process. Chronicling a company’s history can become an integral part of that evolutionary process. Keeping a detailed account of a company spurs evoluti...
February 1, 2022 READ MORE
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