Have you searched for information or news online and come across search results which were misleading, questionable or even offensive? Chances are, it happens more than we even realize. For every solid, factual article published today, there seem to be three “fake news” stories that appear around it. It’s become increasingly difficult to discern what’s true, what’s an opinion and...
What did we do before Netflix? I have a vague recollection of renting or buying DVDs and, before that, VHS tapes. My viewing habits stayed relatively the same for years. Maybe decades. I enjoyed comedies, action flicks, and the occasional drama. I’m not one for the movie theater, so most Oscar-winning performances were watched months after their premiers thanks to...
Hi, my name is Lizzie and I’m from Myspace. I lived there happily for a few years and then moved to Facebook. New opportunities drove me to Instagram. I go to LinkedIn during the day and reside on Twitter at night, Snapchatting along the way. I am what is known as a “digital native”. And I’m fully aware that introduction...
Headlines are the single most important factor when creating great content. According to Copyblogger, 80% of your visitors will read your headline but only 20% will go on to finish the article. So how can you create a headline that is both interesting and accurate? Here are some tips to consider for your next article. Use Numbers and Data...
College almost ruined me as a writer. I remember an upperclassman telling me to pass finals I should “fill out the whole blue book.” It may have been complete nonsense flowing from my brain to my pen but as long as I filled one book, I could guarantee myself a passing grade. As a result, I had a lot of...