Posts Tagged ‘do it better’
Why You Should Think Beyond Your Job Description
Many years ago when I was still a book editor, I remember a women from the marketing department scurrying down the aisle towards the young, fresh-out-of-college coworker who sat directly opposite me. “Could you proofread this for me, please? I’m under a really tight deadline.” The marketing lady held out a stack of papers expectantly.…
Read MoreWhy New Year’s Resolutions Matter (Plus a Freebie!)
Oh no. Not another new year’s resolutions post! I know, you’re sick of all the articles you’re seeing online about why new year’s resolutions are so great, how to choose them, and how to stick to them. And you’re probably seeing just as many articles saying that making new year’s resolutions is the worst thing…
Read MoreReach Your Goals by Driving With the Headlights On
About 2 months ago, I had the pleasure of attending April Bowles-Olin’s workshop Create Digital Products That Sell While You Sleep. If you haven’t seen it yet, you can purchase the training videos here—and see my lovely face in the audience! During one segment of the workshop, April asked us to describe how we want…
Read MoreWorksheet for Your New Year’s Edits
Happy New Year, Life Editor! This has always been one of my most favorite times of the year—new beginnings, fresh starts, and 365 untouched days of possibilities. I don’t drink, so I’m not battling a massive hangover this morning, unlike many other folks. I even went to bed early so I’d be extra energized today.…
Read MoreBest of Sage Grayson Life Editor 2014
It’s that time again! Every December I share the most popular content on the Sage Grayson Life Editor blog from the past year, and I’m always surprised by the topics that truly resonated with you…and the ones that got no love—haha! But first, let’s start off with my Foundation (that’s Step 1 of the Life…
Read MoreEditor’s Notebook 18
The Editor’s Notebook is my place to share the things I’m loving this week and other random links that have caught my eye. Enjoy! PS, I’m loving the comments on my guest post—you’re sharing some really good tips for bloggers. Check it out: How to Blog Like a Badass What I’m Loving This Week The…
Read MoreWhy You Should Set Your Business Hours (Even If You Don’t Have a Business!)
The Life Editing for Beginners tribe is a lively group of ladies, and we talk about all sorts of topics in our private Facebook group—everything from boosting confidence to the weird things their kids and dogs do. One topic that comes up again and again is business hours. This one idea has been more transformative…
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