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Who Killed the Em Dash?
I’d like to report a crime. AI has murdered the em dash! Anyone who has ever used ChatGPT or one of its peers has probably been warned that the em… Read more
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Setting Up an Inexperienced Development Hire for Success
You’ve just hired a development director. They’re enthusiastic, love your mission, and are eager to get started. There’s just one catch: they’ve never done fundraising before. That’s not necessarily a… Read more
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When Good Clients Aren’t Good Fits: The Subtle Art of Letting Go
When Good Clients Aren’t Good Fits: The Subtle Art of Letting Go As freelancers and business owners, we’re often told to celebrate when we land a client who pays well,… Read more
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Why Grant Writers Cannot Work on Commission — And What to Do Instead
If you’re a nonprofit leader or startup founder searching for grant funding, you’ve likely asked a common question: “Can I just pay a grant writer a percentage of what we receive?”… Read more
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Tips for a Professional Headshot
Your headshot is often the first impression you make without even being in the room. Make sure you are communicating the image you want to portray. While a session with… Read more
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10 Minutes to Starting Your Workday Off Right
Minutes 1-3: Identify and review the top 3 tasks you need to accomplish that day. By itemizing your day’s priorities, you can stay focused, will feel less scattered, and are more… Read more
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3 Things Beginners Need to Know about How to Use ChatGPT
ChatGPT is rapidly becoming one of the most popular tools to assist us with our writing, brainstorming, and research. It can even be a source of entertainment. But if you’re… Read more
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Freelancers, can you fire a client? Yes, you can!
When you are working as a freelancer, you might think that all clients should be hung onto for dear life. But that isn’t always a good idea. Certainly, you want… Read more
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No… you won’t need it someday
A year ago, I embarked on a month-long declutter challenge, during which each day I had to donate, sell, or throw away the same number of items in my home… Read more
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But What Is a Coach?
According to a study by the International Coaching Federation, the number of professional coaches increased 54% between 2019 and 2022. That’s remarkable growth in just a three year period. With… Read more
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