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The Blind Date That Turned Joe Girard Into the World's Greatest Salesman (and What It Means for Your Writing Career)
One bad blind date taught a legendary salesman six rules for turning a simple expression into a business asset. They work just as well for freelance…
6 hrs ago
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Mindy McHorse
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June 2026
4 Killer Icebreakers to Build Your Writing Network
Most writers assume their next client will come from the perfect pitch letter or a polished portfolio. Sometimes it starts with a cheese croquette…
Jun 24
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Mindy McHorse
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The Writer's Life That Lets You Show Up When It Counts
She cut the cord at her granddaughter's birth. She held her mother's hand at the end. Her writing career made both possible.
Jun 17
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Mindy McHorse
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The Spreadsheet That Ends Your "What Do I Write?" Problem
You'll never again start from scratch once you have this system in place. Here's how to build a running bank of words, phrases, and story ideas you can…
Jun 5
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Mindy McHorse
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May 2026
Dale Carnegie Had a Lot to Say to Copywriters (He Just Didn't Know It)
Dale Carnegie spent decades studying what actually moves people to act. Here are 18 of his best insights from How to Win Friends and Influence People…
May 27
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Mindy McHorse
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Why the Best Writing Perks Are the Ones You'll Never Invoice
Free hotel suites. Champagne. A pub crawl funded by a poem. John Forde has collected his share of writing-life wins — but those aren't his biggest…
May 20
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Mindy McHorse
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How One Assignment Turned Into 28 Nights of Luxury in Bali
A behind-the-scenes look at travel writing—from luxury resorts and spa treatments to the real work behind the perks. Discover how writers turn…
May 12
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Mindy McHorse
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Want to Get More Done? Your Thermostat Might Be the Problem
If you’d like to be more focused during the day, this simple, science-backed tweak to your workspace could dramatically boost your productivity—no extra…
May 5
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Mindy McHorse
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April 2026
I Almost Ignored This Copywriting Advice (Then It Changed My Life)
If you enjoy writing and want more freedom, income, and control over your life, here’s a proven (and fun) path to getting there.
Apr 28
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Mindy McHorse
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Friday Slump? 5 Quick Ways to Get Your Writing Momentum Back
Here’s a reset to get you back on track when your focus is shot and you need a momentum boost.
Apr 24
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Mindy McHorse
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8 Timeless Copywriting Moves That Instantly Elevate Your Work
Need more energy, emotion, and connection in your writing? These are the fundamentals I rely on to bring my copy back to life—and they’ll do the same…
Apr 21
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Mindy McHorse
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The Habits Keeping You From a Profitable Writing Career
Enjoy this candid look at seven sneaky habits that can quietly sabotage your paid writing dreams, and find out how copywriting great John Forde turned…
Apr 16
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Mindy McHorse
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