Category: Writing & Business

My blog is my business so it seems only right to have a category to cover this. I began my journey of writing by writing my book which led to my blog and I love to share tips and experiences I have learnt along the way. I think it is important to share these because we were all at the beginning once, with no clue, no idea how to do certain tasks and being able to rely on others’ expertise can be invaluable. I have learnt so much since my blog became my business, there are so many things I wish I’d known three years ago but if it means I can now help others I’m glad I can jot these things down to help. I cover topics on writing, blogging, self-publishing and working from home.

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5 Signs You Need to Hire an Accountant

Posted on February 7, 2020November 20, 2024 by Emma Reed

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Hiring an accountant is a sign that your business is stepping up and growing. However, it’s difficult to determine when exactly you need an accountant, so here are five signs to look out for.

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Small Businesses: What Could You Do To Be More Sustainable In 2020?

Posted on December 16, 2019March 3, 2025 by Emma Reed

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The new year is almost upon us. And for business owners that means it’s time to start looking to the challenges that the new year will bring. It’s time to think about how you’ll hold your own as the market grows more competitive. It’s time to think about what will happen as the economy grows more uncertain with the looming issue of Brexit (whether you voted for it or not, there’s no denying that it will have long term economic repercussions including the possibility of a recession). But perhaps most importantly of all, it means doing your part to ensure that your business leads the charge for sustainability and ecological awareness. Given that our PM couldn’t be bothered to even turn up to a debate on climate change, it’s up to the UK’s businesses and entrepreneurs to show how much they care about a sustainable business future.

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Attending The Maven Connex Conference at De Vere Hotel Tortworth

Posted on November 28, 2019November 20, 2024 by Emma Reed

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There are so many aspects of my job which I love; working from home, being my own boss, making online connections. But one area that can really affect all bloggers is the loneliness and lack of colleagues to chat to or bounce ideas off of. This is precisely why, when a meeting or conference comes up, most of us jump at the chance to attend. A conference gives a blogger the chance to learn new skills, to listen to experts, to chat to new friends and to make valuable contacts with PR’s.

This is the first year that I have made it to any event or conference (I’ve been blogging for 3 years) and now I have stepped out of my comfort zone, I am always eager for that next big day. Thankfully, the wonderful Louise and Emma decided to come together to create a new network for us all in the form of Maven Connex and just last weekend I drove to the De Vere Hotel, Tortworth in Gloucestershire to spend an amazing day with some fantastic people.

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Would a Blogger Workday Meetup Help With Your Productivity?

Posted on November 11, 2019January 14, 2025 by Emma Reed

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Being a blogger comes with plenty of benefits– working from home, setting your own hours, working around the kids, freelance gigs, being your own boss, but one aspect that can be less than desirable is the fact that you are quite often alone and your ‘workmates’ are all online and are usually people you have never met and may never meet… But what if you did meet up? What if you found a midway meetup point for a blogger workday? Would this help with your productivity?

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Get Up and Get Blogging Again – 5 ways to boost your motivation to write

Posted on October 21, 2019March 24, 2025 by Emma Reed

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It comes to every blogger eventually: the inevitable writer’s block. Running out of steam whilst writing a blog is very common, and there are plenty of reasons why so many of us run out of motivation to carry on. Whether it’s a lack of traffic to our blog, we’re running out of ideas or we just don’t feel like we’re getting the recognition we deserve – especially when we put in all that hard work!

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Ways To Make Your Business More Professional

Posted on August 20, 2019March 3, 2025 by Emma Reed

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A professional brand image is something that all businesses want to achieve today. Read on to discover some suggestions to help you with improving your business. Making your business look more professional goes beyond having a sleek logo and business cards. It also involves setting up an official business structure. If you’re considering creating an LLC, LegalZoom is a company that provides such services. However, not all services are created equal, so it’s wise to research prior to committing. An insightful legalzoom llc service review can offer you clear guidance on the level and quality of services you would receive from this well-known provider.

Invest in a professional business address – The first thing you need to do is invest in the services of a professional business address. This can be something especially beneficial for home-based companies. Check out PO box web alternatives to see some of the best options that are out there today. Contact options on a website play a big role when it comes to professionalism, and so you can take a big leap forward with this.

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How To Be A Successful Blogger

Posted on June 24, 2019November 20, 2024 by Emma Reed

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Although you may have had your blog for a long time, you may not feel as though you are a successful blogger yet. Whilst success means different things to different people when it comes to blogging it often refers to having a regular income or going full-time. Whether you’ve just started your blog or you’ve been going for years, for most this is the ultimate goal.

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