How NOT to Write a Book: 4 tips to go from idea to published book 10x faster
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This blog post is about how I wrote a book. It was my first novel so I made a loooot of mistakes along the way. Things you wouldn’t want...
Sarah Kinnaird
- Nov 1, 2023
- 1 min
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Doing the same old things and getting the same old results? Are you ready for a change? Do you want to finally become the person you...
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Sarah Kinnaird
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Sarah Kinnaird
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Sarah Kinnaird
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Sarah Kinnaird
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6 tips to network like a boss
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Sarah Kinnaird
- Apr 27, 2022
- 5 min
Jack the Ripper: 4 reasons they didn't catch him
Jack the Ripper. The name is synonymous with murder and evil. Even at the time of the murders, the name was so well known that police and...
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Sarah Kinnaird
- Apr 4, 2022
- 2 min
Is resourcefulness enough? The simple 2-step formula on the way to success
If you’re anything like me, you like things to be labelled and easily identifiable; nicely organised into a memorable formula that you...
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Sarah Kinnaird
- Feb 5, 2022
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8 ways to boost your writing motivation
Need a booster shot of inspiration? These videos are like having a muse on demand. Whenever I'm feeling blocked or just plain empty of...
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Sarah Kinnaird
- Feb 1, 2022
- 2 min
5 Ways to Build your Career Skills on a Budget
Education is expensive. So how do you build your skills when you don't have a huge budget (or any at all) for professional development?...
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Sarah Kinnaird
- May 20, 2021
- 1 min
Are you a Procrastinator?
I can confidently raise my hand to this question. Yes, procrastination seems to be my superpower. When you're wondering if you should get...
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Sarah Kinnaird
- May 20, 2021
- 2 min
You are Important
You are important. You are needed here. There is only one of you and the world needs your contribution. It can be as small as a daily...
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Sarah Kinnaird
- Sep 29, 2020
- 1 min
Book Review: Do the Work
This book is essential for anyone trying to complete a goal, a work of art, or anything that requires a better version of ourselves. I’m...
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Sarah Kinnaird
- Sep 29, 2020
- 1 min
Book Review: Survival Skills for Freelancers
If you’re already on the freelance track or thinking about quitting your job - read this book. As a freelancer, I try to save money when...
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Sarah Kinnaird
- Jun 16, 2020
- 1 min
A Writer's Workspace
Writing can be tough - especially for writers. We agonise over every word and second-guess every sentence. Each writer's workspace is...
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Sarah Kinnaird
- Apr 14, 2020
- 2 min
How to W.R.I.T.E in 5 easy steps
Are you alone in lockdown or looking for some peace and quiet? Writing is a great way to create a bubble of peace within your lockdown...
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Sarah Kinnaird
- Jan 22, 2020
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Imagination is the seed of change
Do you remember what you wanted to be when you grew up? Did you imagine an amazing life full of adventure? I sure did. Ever since I was...
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Sarah Kinnaird
- Jan 22, 2020
- 1 min
To Do List Essentials
Want to make the most of your time in lockdown? Try our free PDF printable to get organised. When you've got a block of time ahead of...
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Sarah Kinnaird
- Jan 22, 2020
- 2 min
Book Review: Mistakes I Made at Work
I tentatively began reading this book expecting to feel chastised and shamed for the silly things I had done throughout my working life...
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Sarah Kinnaird
- Jan 22, 2020
- 2 min
The Lockdown Low-down
OPINION: Tomorrow, New Zealand will enter its third week of lockdown. It's been a strange time of quietness, baking, reading, no outings,...
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