Tag: Advice

How To Have The Perfect Halloween In

Halloween isn’t all it used to be any more. Maybe it’s our changing culture, or the fact that I moved to a different culture, but Halloween simply isn’t as big of a deal any more. Any traces of real horror are all but forgotten, trick-or-treaters are nowhere to be seen, and the only thing haunting you will be the candy you stocked up on…

And these changes leave us with only two real options: go out to a party or a club, or stay in and have a fun but relaxing night at home. If the second option sounds like your cup o’ tea, then here’s how to have the perfect Halloween in!

How To Have The Perfect Halloween In

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Why It’s Not Okay To Call Achievements “Lucky”

“You got an A? That test was impossible – you’re so lucky!”  

You stayed up late and skipped out on all the cool activities others had planned so you could work hard on your assignment, and your work paid off. You got lucky. 

Does that sound like a familiar situation? It sure does to me, and it’s about time we sit down and have a talk about it.

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How I Edit My Blog Photos

Are you a blogger who struggles with the photography aspect of blogging? Simply curious of how others edit their blog photos? You’re in the right place!

This post will show you how I edit my blog photos using Corel PaintShop Pro X6. Don’t worry though, all tools & features listed can be found in Photoshop, and most are even available in free online editors!

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5 Reasons Why You Can’t Come Up With New Content

Have you ever sat down to write for tomorrow’s deadline, only to find yourself stuck before you’ve even begun? Thinking about your topic and not knowing what to say or where to begin? 

Here are 5 reasons why you can’t come up with new content and how to fix them!

5 Reasons Why You Can't Come Up With New Content

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10 Must-Have Apps For Every Blogger On The Go

Blogging is a demanding activity that requires a lot of time and effort. But most of us can’t afford to sit at home every day typing up our stories on a computer or laptop. It’s tough, but that’s the way it is – we didn’t choose the blogging life; the blogging life chose us.

So whether you have to do your blogging en route to work or while queuing in a supermarket, here are 10 must-have apps for every blogger on the go to make your life just that little bit easier:

10 Must-Have Apps

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Most Common Mistakes Made By New Bloggers #2

Are you a new blogger terrified of making common blogging mistakes? Are you an old blogger who has already made them? This is part 2 of Most Common Mistakes Made By New Bloggers, helping new bloggers avoid the unnecessary troubles, and allowing us ‘oldies’ to laugh about the silly errors of our origins.

Most Common Mistakes Made by New Bloggers

#2 YOU’RE NOT ENGAGING WITH YOUR READERS 

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Most Common Mistakes Made By New Bloggers #1

Blogging is a skill like any other: some will find it relatively straightforward and master the craft in next to no time, while others take their time stumbling around and learning from the mistakes they make as they go along.

But regardless of how quickly you pick up the craft, you’re bound to make a couple of mistakes. So here’s a list of the Most Common Mistakes Made By New Bloggers (and how you can avoid making them) to help any new bloggers avoid the unnecessary troubles, and allow us ‘oldies’ to laugh about the silly errors of our origins.

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How To Procrastinate Like a Pro

It’s a busy day in a busy life and it’s hard to keep on top of things. But you know what’s even harder? Avoiding those things like a pro. So here’s a pro guide on how to procrastinate like a pro and avoid everything that needs your attention! 

You can thank me later. Get it? No? You will by the end of this post…

How To Procrastinate Like a Pro

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