by Emily Crookston | Jun 24, 2016 | Emily's Musings, Entrepreneur, Writing Tips
If I were ranking feelings, inspiration would be super high on my list. I LOVE feeling inspired. Here are some random bits of stuff that made me feel inspired this week: This Cavalier fan’s story This kopywriter and his blog This former hairdresser and her...
by Emily Crookston | Jun 16, 2016 | Business Development, Emily's Musings, Small Business, Writing Tips
Recently, I was considering an offer I received to wade into the world of freelance writing. I can see the value in doing it. As a copy writer who is new to the scene, I am laser-focused on two things: (1) getting my work in front of potential clients and (2)...
by Emily Crookston | Jun 3, 2016 | Business Development, Emily's Musings, Writing Tips
I’m about to break my own rule. Ready? Since the dawn of time, human beings have debated whether technology is good for us… This type of introductory statement is cringe-inducing to me and all of my professor (and former professor) friends. It’s trite; it’s...
by Emily Crookston | May 20, 2016 | Business Development, Emily's Musings, Small Business
In Delton, MI, where I grew up, the dandelions are just going to seed. I know because I recently traveled back home to see my sister graduate from college, celebrate Mother’s Day with my mom, and visit the rest of the family. Despite the unseasonably cold...
by Emily Crookston | Mar 10, 2016 | Business Development, Emily's Musings, Entrepreneur, Small Business
A dear friend once told me a story about when he was in a car accident. He was driving late one rainy night and fell asleep at the wheel just as he was heading through a tunnel on a curve. The car smashed into the wall of the tunnel, then spinning around,...