Angela Tague
Journalist and content writer
Angela Tague writes SEO web marketing content for major brands including Purina, Tom's of Maine and Hidden Valley. She also provides feature content to newspapers and magazines.
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blog.cmglocalsolutions.com
Black Friday Prep Tips for Small Businesses
Every autumn, customers wait anxiously as the retail world stares down the single most profitable day of the year. According to Entrepreneur, one in three Americans plan to make a purchase on Black Friday.
That means new buyers and loyal customers alike will be browsing your mobile site, apps and website for a deal. Your special offers and sales are ready to go, but is your digital presence prepared for the seasonal excitement? Can it efficiently handle the influx of holiday online shoppers?
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webwritingadvice.com
Journalism Strengthens Content Marketing
Marketing is a trendy business.
A technique comes on the scene, we implement it, wait for some engagement, then pour over the analytics. And guess what trend is taking some solid roots in the content marketing space?
Journalism.
That’s music to this former newsie’s ears. I made the shift from traditional print media as a features reporter and photojournalist to content marketing a little over eight years ago, and I couldn’t be more thrilled with the trend toward integrating journalism techniq...
cupcakesandyogapants.com
Saving for Christmas
So, you know what that means? Christmas is right around the corner!
I know it can be a stressful time for so many reasons, so today I want to share some Christmas budgeting and savings tips! Financial health is important! A little planning now can make the holiday season so much smoother.
Make a Shopping List
You make to-do lists for everything else, why not the holidays? Start by listing everyone you want to buy something special for, including small gifts for neighbors and teachers. Then, b...
paperdirect.com
What Should Your Business Card Include?
Business cards are often the first currency of a business transaction. You meet someone, decide to stay in touch, and exchange your contact details. But, in the digital age, what should you include on a physical business card? Just a hint: Fax numbers are out. QR codes are in. Now, let’s explore some options for what your business cards should include.
What to Include on Your Business Cards
The whole purpose of a business card is to remain memorable and initiate future contact. First, choose ...
hellohumankindness.org
The Healing Power of Music Therapy
It’s no secret that music spurs happy feelings. But did you know it can also contribute to your health? Just ask Chelsea Brown, the board-certified Music Therapy Program Coordinator at Dignity Health Mercy Hospital of Folsom. She spends her days connecting patients’ minds and bodies with carefully selected compositions to decrease anxiety and pain.
Understanding Music as Therapy
Although she laughs about being a therapist with a guitar, Brown’s offering an additional way for her patients to c...
hellohumankindness.org
Chronic Illness: Lifestyle Changes Are Inevitable
Life is a guessing game. Each morning, I wake up and wonder if my fingers will be stiff from rheumatoid arthritis inflammation or whether my legs will be burning from an eczema flare-up. Did last night’s dinner from a restaurant sit OK, or will the nausea, joint pain, and fatigue from accidental gluten cross-contamination and celiac disease interrupt my day too?
My New Reality Is Confusing
Living with chronic illness means ebbing and flowing, accepting minute-by-minute lifestyle changes. I of...
cupcakesandyogapants.com
Healing Tunes
Getting caught up in the energy of a rock n’ roll show, surrounded by friends, is exhilarating. Stress melts away. Happy feelings bubble up.
So, I was thrilled when one of my marketing clients asked me to interview a music therapist and discuss the healing power of music for hospital patients. I just finished this piece, and will be sharing it on the Cupcakes and Yoga Pants Facebook page as soon as it publishes.
You’ll also be able to read it on the Hello Humankindness website, from Dignity H...
webwritingadvice.com
Four 10-Second Actions That Strengthen My Freelance Network
In the freelance world, who you know is critical. When a project pops up, if your name is top-of-mind, you might just get the offer.
So, what do I do to stay connected to potential colleagues? Quite a bit, actually. Each day I’m focused on making genuine, personal connections with other writers, editors, publishers, PR professionals, journalists, my readers and colleagues.
Today I want to quickly go beyond the usual suggestions to attend a conference or send thank you emails. Those are both i...
clearvoice.com
Pitching: The Writer and Editor Relationship [PODCAST]
Pitching. It's a never-ending tango of ideas between editors and writers, filled with twirls of validation and missteps of rejection. Practice your pitching moves with tips from a panel of editors and writers keen on improving your tempo in our recent #ProContent podcast.
Pitching. It’s one of those touchy topics, whether you’re a writer or an editor. What does an editor want to see? How many pitches are too many? How can I get a quality pitch from a writer? Regardless of your role, you have ...
paperdirect.com
Appreciate Your Administrative Professionals Every Day
The wacky work season is approaching. Black Friday. Fourth quarter sales goals. Juggling holiday time-off requests. Whew! You know how much you depend on and appreciate your administrative professionals during this hectic time of year so now it’s time to show them! Let’s spoil your right-hand helpers with a few of these ideas in the coming months!
Start the Weekend Early
To show your gratitude, let your administrative pros pick a Friday in the month of October or November to work a half day. ...
blog.shopathome.com
These Brands are Having Amazing Labor Day Weekend Sales
Labor Day marks the end of summer. Hold back the tears, because fall is near! A long weekend, break from the school routine and super online sales beckon! If you’ve got the itch to update your wardrobe for cooler weather (bring on the slouchy sweaters!) or perk up your home interior before holiday hosting, we’ve got the inside scoop on some of our favorite retailers’ Labor Day weekend sales. Enjoy!
Ann Taylor
Load up on layering items for fall with Ann Taylor’s 50 percent off sale items offer...
webwritingadvice.com
It’s OK to Delete Crappy Content
It happens. We all create duds on occasion.
We think that social media post is going to spark insightful conversation. It gets one comment.
We hope that blog post will captivate our faithful readers. It gets less than a dozen views the day it’s published.
We dream of our e-book topping best-seller lists. The downloads trickle in.
It’s silly to think that every single piece of work you put out there is worthy of an A+ rating. It’s not. But, we love our writing. We hate killing our darlings (Th...
blog.tomsofmaine.com
Fall Volunteer Opportunities to Bring Halloween to Your Local Senior Care Center
It’s fun teaching your little witches and superheroes there’s more to Halloween than face paint and sweet candy treats. You can get extra mileage out of those adorable costumes while simultaneously giving back to the community by exploring fall volunteer opportunities at a senior care center near you.
Snaggle-tooth smiles and wild clothing choices are sure to bring smiles to folks who may not otherwise see children dressed up for Halloween. Plus, it’s a chance for teens to get into the spirit...
cupcakesandyogapants.com
Learning Your Limits
It’s hard to accept limitations.
We’re often taught to push forward, try harder and do more. Be productive. Just go for it!
I’m one of those people who thrives in a class structure lead by a motivational instructor, surrounded by others who are giving it their all.
I push myself.
Although it can ...
blog.cmglocalsolutions.com
Is an SEO Audit Necessary for Your Brand?
Write it, and readers will find it. Or, will they? Just because you craft engaging and insightful content for your clients, doesn't mean potential customers are going to flood the Contact Us link with inquiries. Why? Your SEO might be slipping, or virtually non-existent. If you've never done an S...