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3 tips for crafting content that entices distracted readers
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Ragan Insider Brendan Brown
Infographic: Ultimate grammar cheat sheet
Do the finer points of the English language give you fits? See this guide for some of the trickier turns of phrase and never be at a loss again.
Ragan Insider Kelly Gurnett
16 gift ideas for the writer in your life
Delight your loved one with literary action figures, comfy pajamas, a domain name, fancy bookends—or just a nice booze subscription.
Ragan Insider Irene Malatesta
9 tools to keep the content flowing
Time that could be spent writing can be devoured by a lack of organization. Here are nine tools to keep you focused and on track.
Ragan Insider Russell Working
8 phrases to avoid at work—or at the Thanksgiving table
Want to vex the boss, annoy the in-laws, get the stuffing beaten out of you? Try these tired phrases. Everyone else, avoid them like last week’s mashed potatoes.
Ragan Insider Jim Dougherty
6 easy email pitching guidelines
You have a better shot at reaching journalists if you personalize your messages, research reporters’ publications, keep it concise and write sizzling subject lines.
Ragan Insider Ted Kitterman
Twitter, Snapchat swap iconic features for engagement
The social media companies continue to adapt in the search for larger audiences and greater ad revenue. Here’s how media marketers can go with the new flow.
Ragan Insider Kristen Dunleavy
Email marketers, check out these 9 great time savers
Follow this advice to streamline your workday and land your messages more effectively.
Ragan Insider Robby Brumberg
Bloggers, are you riding these prevailing trends?
Many writers and marketers have pivoted to a ‘less is more’ approach, focusing on quality over quantity, a survey finds. Paid promotion, strong visuals and professional editing are crucial, too.
Ragan Insider Laura Hale Brockway
How many of these banned books have you read?
These novels were challenged due to religious themes, violence, offensive language, sexually explicit material and more.
Ragan Insider Beki Winchel
How to overcome 4 major PR obstacles
Landing pitches, attracting consumers’ attention, balancing responsibilities and handling crises are among the challenges that industry pros face. Consider these insights.
Ragan Insider Laura Hale Brockway
13 quotations that describe the writer’s craft
See whether you relate to these wordsmiths’ observations about creating and publishing their works.
Ragan Insider Mark Nichol
7 proofreading steps every writer should follow
Distinct from editing, proofing has its own specific functions that go beyond making sure the words are spelled correctly. Punctuation, fonts, and formatting issues all need attention.
Ragan Insider Beth Nyland
6 vital reasons you should write a horrible first draft
Perfectionism, at least when you’re first putting words on paper or on the screen, hinders creativity and free association. You can—and certainly should—edit later. For now, have fun.
Ragan Insider Jeremy Durant
5 ways to make your press release a snoozefest
If you want to bore journalists instead of entice them with news from your organization or client, these missteps can ensure you’re on the ideal path—to getting ignored.
