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What I Think About ChatGPT and Other AI Writing Tools

March 15, 2023 by Kenna Griffin

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As a writer, editor, content marketer, and journalism professor, you can imagine that many people ask me what I think about ChatGPT and other AI writing tools. I decided to first get a little meta and ask ChatGPT what people think about it, then I’ll give you my two cents. What ChatGPT Says People Think About It Here’s what ChatGPT says about … [Read more...]

The Importance of Storytelling

March 2, 2023 by Kenna Griffin

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Do you remember the first book you ever loved? I recall mine. It was Green Eggs and Ham by Dr. Seuss. I convinced my mom that I could read it, and I think she almost believed me. She read it to me so many times (at my request) that I had the storyline on each of the pages memorized. She would turn the page, and off I would go, telling her precisely … [Read more...]

14 Tech Writing Tools You Need to Write Smarter, Not Harder

February 20, 2023 by Kenna Griffin

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Writing is already challenging. There’s no need to make it any more difficult. That’s why I rely on these tech writing tools to make writing, publishing, and promoting content a little bit easier. 14 Tech Writing Tools You Need Before starting the list, let’s clarify the value of writing tools. The tools on this list are meant to enhance your … [Read more...]

How to Write A Lot

February 8, 2023 by Kenna Griffin

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I’m a full-time content director, a freelance writer, an adjunct college professor, and a blogger. These are most (I think) of the professional roles I fill. These diverse titles have at least one thing in common — writing. I write a lot. I've always loved writing and, like you, rigorously practice my craft, even when I don’t feel like writing. … [Read more...]

14 Types of Blog Posts to Consider on Your Site

April 21, 2022 by Kenna Griffin

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Writers have a difficult time deciding what to blog about. Finding topics comes up regularly in writer chats. I've never understood it because a lack of ideas never is my problem. My greatest issue is finding time to blog, not determining what to write. Perhaps part of the reason people can't find ideas is that they are unaware of all of the … [Read more...]

8 Tips for Writing List Posts Readers Will Love

April 6, 2022 by Kenna Griffin

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I know that some people don't like list posts. I've read all the snobs talking about how they're not really writing and don't benefit readers. I totally disagree! I love reading list posts, and I love writing them too. And, guess what? Your readers like lists too. This post provides eight tips for writing list posts readers will love. Why Blog … [Read more...]

How to Write a Professional Bio

March 2, 2022 by Kenna Griffin

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People are checking you out online, and you need to know how to write a professional bio you want them to see. More than 70 percent of hiring managers use social media to screen candidates. About half report using Google searches to learn about potential employees and say they wouldn't hire someone if they couldn't find them online. And … [Read more...]

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