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SEPTEMBER 2, 2012

It’s a cross between writing course and business course, and you’ll learn skills that let you create better, more effective content… the kind of content that brings you business results. Extra exercises to help you master your new writing skills quickly. Registration for the September 2012 session is now open.

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SEPTEMBER 3, 2012

We look for people who’ve shown that they’ll put their skills to good use, in a way that will help them actually change their life – not just inwardly on a personal level but outwardly in their personal situation and also the lives of others. first appeared on Men with Pens Copyright 2006 - 2011, All Rights Reserved.

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AUGUST 20, 2012

You see, many people tell me they wish they could register for Damn Fine Words, and that if they could just get in… …they could finally start that online business, because they’d have the skills to write website copy that pulls in clients. Why becoming a better writer could literally change your life. That’s all.

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JANUARY 9, 2013

Each time a new session of this writing course opens to new students, it fills up quickly, because it’s a big deal to business owners: It teaches you how to improve your writing skills with effective content-creation techniques. Why becoming a better writer could literally change your life. The Writing Course Contest Rules.

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JANUARY 18, 2012

I was excited because I was taking action towards my goal of ‘constant skill improvement’ so I could further build my business. How Achieving Your Goals Kills Your Motivation first appeared on Men with Pens Copyright 2006 - 2011, All Rights Reserved. Signing up excited me. How about you?

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JANUARY 8, 2012

They could improve their writing skills and get higher-paying clients, instead of the meagre income they’re slaving to earn right now. Write one blog post article of at least 450 words on why writing is important to you and how better writing skills would change your business or your life. Post your article to your blog.

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AUGUST 20, 2011

You might even want to test out your new action skills on your kids – maybe they’ll finally clean their room!). A Sneak Peek Inside the Damn Fine Words Writing Course first appeared on Men with Pens Copyright 2006 - 2011, All Rights Reserved. I’ll explain exactly how to write so that people take the action you want.

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APRIL 25, 2012

Alright, maybe the camels are an exaggeration, but clearly this devotion to writing (sometimes under incredibly tough circumstances) requires some sort of magical skill to maintain. This call is going to be valuable, especially if you want to leverage your writing skills to live off your success.

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APRIL 22, 2012

…they could finally start that online business, because they’d have the skills to write their web copy and blog for business. …they could improve their writing skills and pull in more clients and money, instead of making the meagre income they’re slaving to earn right now. Retail value $1,599.).

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Men With Pens

AUGUST 14, 2011

How to improve their writing skills so they could create the type of engaging, compelling, effective content everyone tells them to write. Packed with 20 hands-on lessons specifically designed to teach you how to be a better writer, a more effective writer, it’s geared to help you improve your writing skills fast.

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Men With Pens

MAY 8, 2012

You might even want to test out your new call-to-action skills on your kids – maybe they’ll finally listen when you ask them to clean their room.). It teaches you writing skills that you can recycle and reuse for any writing task, in any area of your business. They’ll contact you, call you and buy from you more than before.

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AUGUST 15, 2012

You’re not worried about losing that skill forever tomorrow, are you? Find Your Writing Confidence, No Alcohol Required first appeared on Men with Pens Copyright 2006 - 2011, All Rights Reserved. You just learned how to stain a shelf – congratulations. Of course you’re not. That gives you perspective.

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JUNE 17, 2012

I’ve worked on my writing skills hardcore to potentially reach a larger audience, and my hard work seemed to pay off: one day I got an email from an outside party who wanted to sponsor my work. The Missing Link in Your Copywriting Business first appeared on Men with Pens Copyright 2006 - 2011, All Rights Reserved.

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JULY 11, 2011

They wouldn’t have to work with someone of lesser skill levels or knowledge. They could skip the amateurs and head straight towards the people who had the most knowledge, the best experience and all the skills in the world. You control your knowledge, your learning and your skills – and how much of each you accumulate in life.

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SEPTEMBER 30, 2012

Pitch a guest post, learn a new skill, or even start a business that you’re passionate about. Why Rejections, Failures and Setbacks are the Key to Awesomeness first appeared on Men with Pens Copyright 2006 - 2011, All Rights Reserved. Try a new format for the pages on your blog.

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DECEMBER 8, 2011

Think about it: Would you be able to earn more money if you improved your skill set? first appeared on Men with Pens Copyright 2006 - 2011, All Rights Reserved. Gifts that increased my potential, that helped me accomplish goal after goal. Gifts that let me attain all my dreams, and desires.

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AUGUST 25, 2011

A writing course that covers you from A to Z, knowledge you can adapt to any stage of your business, skills you can use over and over (for as long as you live!) Sneak Peek #2: Damn Fine Words Writing Course first appeared on Men with Pens Copyright 2006 - 2011, All Rights Reserved.

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OCTOBER 28, 2012

This helps you get new clients because teachers in general are seen as reliable, ethical, and skilled. How to Land More Clients and Boost Your Income by Teaching first appeared on Men with Pens Copyright 2006 - 2011, All Rights Reserved. Another rockin' post from Men with Pens!

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Men With Pens

OCTOBER 4, 2012

Sure, we grew up and gained life experience, a few skills and some job history along the way, but that doesn’t sound like much to work with. The Problem with Epic first appeared on Men with Pens Copyright 2006 - 2011, All Rights Reserved. No one handed us inherent epic when we were born. That’s it.

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JANUARY 1, 2013

But that’s just a basic skill, and you need far more than that to succeed with your words. Designed for business owners, you’ll learn the content creation skills that turn writing for your business into a pleasant, fast and effective joy. first appeared on Men with Pens Copyright 2006 - 2011, All Rights Reserved.

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Men With Pens

JANUARY 10, 2012

You’ll learn language skills as you write essays, sure, but no one’s going to ask you to write a 20-page screed on Proust in any marketing department. You might learn statistics skills or some algebra, but you won’t learn how to do your taxes. Here’s why: Online Courses Correlate to Your Business. No business succeeds without it.

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Men With Pens

MARCH 11, 2012

To learn more about Tom's sharp wit and sharper wordsmithing skills, visit his site at The Write Word. Why You Should Invite Your Customers to a Campfire Storytelling Session first appeared on Men with Pens Copyright 2006 - 2011, All Rights Reserved. Another rockin' post from Men with Pens!

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Men With Pens

JULY 14, 2011

It basically states that you have to put in 10,000 hours actively trying to get better at a skill before you will be considered expert in it. Those first 500 hours or so are going to be mastering the very rudiments of the skill. Theoretically, all of us mastered these skills back in grade school. The 10,000 Hour Rule.

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JULY 7, 2011

He talked about his ability to program and oozed confidence in his programming skills. I asked him if he could help coffee shops and coffee producers with their websites – a skill well within his purview. How to Stop Hating Marketing first appeared on Men with Pens Copyright 2006 - 2011, All Rights Reserved.

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JUNE 2, 2011

An administrative assistant is a wonderful addition to any enterprise, but even highly-skilled assistants take a while to master your business. 10 Time-Savers That Aren’t Saving You Anything first appeared on Men with Pens Copyright 2006 - 2011, All Rights Reserved. Email is not your job. It’s a tool to do your job.

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Men With Pens

DECEMBER 25, 2011

From the Pencil Cup If you're ready for a tribe of writers ready to help you learn new writing techniques, improve your skills and support you solidly along the way, sign up now for the Damn Fine Words newsletter. first appeared on Men with Pens Copyright 2006 - 2011, All Rights Reserved. Leave a Comment!

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Men With Pens

MAY 12, 2011

How Not to Write Like an Idiot first appeared on Men with Pens Copyright 2006 - 2011, All Rights Reserved. On page 35, a writer poses a question to the experts: “I have had a novel in mind for almost ten years. My insurmountable problem is that I need to skillfully covering many years without confusing the reader.

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NOVEMBER 18, 2012

This frees up your time and energy to focus on growing your business and finding writing assignments that better match your skills. Writing Tips from Blackbeard the Pirate first appeared on Men with Pens Copyright 2006 - 2011, All Rights Reserved. Another rockin' post from Men with Pens!

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Men With Pens

APRIL 21, 2011

However, could you set aside a little time every week to learn new skills? How to Measure Your Success first appeared on Men with Pens Copyright 2006 - 2011, All Rights Reserved. Some changes may be too large to contemplate right now – switching careers entirely, for example, may not be feasible.

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JULY 25, 2011

I worked years to build my skills and round out my experience online before even attempting consulting. first appeared on Men with Pens Copyright 2006 - 2011, All Rights Reserved. Fast cash, remember? People fall for fake consultants constantly. I had decades more business experience from my offline careers as well.

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MAY 31, 2011

A review tests the writer’s skill at persuasion and description. How to Write a Kick-Ass Review first appeared on Men with Pens Copyright 2006 - 2011, All Rights Reserved. On my blog I review heavy metal albums, movies, books and shows. Another rockin' post from Men with Pens!

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Men With Pens

NOVEMBER 10, 2011

Focusing on the client’s needs instead of your own skill set? The Elevator Pitch: A Guide for an Internet without Elevators first appeared on Men with Pens Copyright 2006 - 2011, All Rights Reserved. How you got them more clients – with great web design, fantastic copy, killer marketing strategies – was a detail.

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Men With Pens

JUNE 3, 2012

Writing about the same subject, even in fiction, was great for helping to hone my skills as a wordsmith. These skills aren’t crucial to write your book, but they’re definitely helpful – and the best way to improve in all three areas at once is to make more time for reading. You’ll be more focused.

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APRIL 28, 2011

I quickly browsed each kit box for the name of the model, its scale, and the skill level required for assembly. Skill Level 1 was the easiest — no painting or glue necessary; just pieces engineered to snap together. At Skill Level 2, paint and glue were introduced — as were smaller parts, greater detail and waterslide-type decals.

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Men With Pens

JULY 15, 2012

These clients give you faith that even when you falter, your skills are still there. How to Love Your Nightmare Clients first appeared on Men with Pens Copyright 2006 - 2011, All Rights Reserved. Non-abusive clients can criticize constructively. And you’ll do it better next round.

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Men With Pens

MARCH 4, 2012

These posts aren’t coming from people who feel they don’t have the skills, by the way. The people who can write, the ones who really know how to work their words, the folk who may not have all the skills but who can pen a good piece nonetheless… well, they think they’re no good at it. Really, really sad.

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JUNE 19, 2011

It creates jobs and lets people learn new skills or apply ones they already master. first appeared on Men with Pens Copyright 2006 - 2011, All Rights Reserved. It’s everything. The Dragon’s Den guys? They freakin’ love money. Think about what money can do. It sustains, supports and stimulates economies.

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