The world is full of Invisible Persuaders -- but my favorite place to spot them is in show business. Here are a few amazing examples... 1. Dr. Oz gets Jimmy Kimmel to lose weight. What do you … [Read more...] about 3 Masterful Lessons in Invisible Persuasion
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3 people whose persuasion you shouldn’t emulate (and 1 you should)
Persuasion advice is all the rage these days -- but does it really work? Whether it’s yet another influencer dishing out obsolete Ben Franklin quotes (nothing against Ben but the world was a simpler … [Read more...] about 3 people whose persuasion you shouldn’t emulate (and 1 you should)
With limited job options, Kristen figures out a way to live her dream
When Kristen was deciding what to study in college, she figured that the safest route was to choose a subject that would let her fulfill her lifelong passion. “I’ve always been pretty obsessed with … [Read more...] about With limited job options, Kristen figures out a way to live her dream
How Amelia overcame “Impostor Syndrome” and fast-tracked her copywriting career
Amelia always had a passion for writing. But when it came time to choose a career, she didn’t see it as a practical option. "Back when I graduated from college, the internet didn’t exist. No matter … [Read more...] about How Amelia overcame “Impostor Syndrome” and fast-tracked her copywriting career
How to get your Upwork profile approved (even if you’ve been rejected 10 times)
According to CEO Stephane Kasriel, Upwork gets 10,000 new signups EVERY DAY. As the site grows more popular, they're also becoming more selective with who can apply for jobs. Lately, I’ve been … [Read more...] about How to get your Upwork profile approved (even if you’ve been rejected 10 times)
Why TWO California mortgages are no match for this freelance copywriter
Josh and his wife spent years creating a life in Sacramento. For a while, it seemed like they had it all -- steady jobs, friends and family nearby, and their own home. But not long after welcoming … [Read more...] about Why TWO California mortgages are no match for this freelance copywriter
Copywriter makes $135/hour in less than a year and beats the “no-experience catch-22”
With Marley’s multidisciplinary degree nearly complete, freelancing seemed like a great way to gain some experience and narrow down her next move after college. But with classes, papers, and exams … [Read more...] about Copywriter makes $135/hour in less than a year and beats the “no-experience catch-22”
Here’s how to double your writing income (without killing yourself)
Anyone can tell you how to raise your freelance income by putting in MORE time and effort. But maybe you don’t have the time or energy to improve your skills or burn the midnight oil right now. That’s … [Read more...] about Here’s how to double your writing income (without killing yourself)
How Shajee – a Pakistani presentation designer – went from charging $5/hr to $50/hr on Upwork
Fresh out of college, Shajee did what most recent grads do: he found a job to pay the bills -- even if it meant long hours and low pay. “I finished school and started working right away. I worked 9 – … [Read more...] about How Shajee – a Pakistani presentation designer – went from charging $5/hr to $50/hr on Upwork
“Be realistic” is really code for…
Last year my wife and I were exploring new neighborhoods to move to. We always dreamed about escaping the suburbs of Omaha and moving our family downtown. But for years we put it off -- even though … [Read more...] about “Be realistic” is really code for…