#Copywriting Skills

[femmefatalevibe]

any tips for getting into copywriting?

Learn the basics of copywriting & writing fundamentals/ marketing skills

Study the different types of copywriting (web/banners, email, social, ads, direct mail, sales letters, etc.)

Decide on your niche(s). Study everything you can about the industry, trends, latest news, customer demographics/psychographics, customer behavior, types of lifestyles/preferences they have, how they speak, where they spend the most time (IRL or digitally)

Craft an inspiration folder full of compelling copywriting examples you find when browsing on the web, going through your email, scrolling on social media, billboards, magazines, direct mail, etc.

Practice rewriting these examples with your own flair. Evaluate it, and keep practicing until you're proud of your copy.

Be as concise, clever, and convincing as possible. Keep your tone conversational (write like how you would speak), catchy, simple, and witty. Take out any extraneous or fluff words. Pepper in cultural references, puns, and relatable anecdotes understood by your target audience when relevant to your messaging/CTA

Create a portfolio with these mock-ups or projects done for family/friends (state they're spec work, not client-commissioned samples) or clips from an internship, school work, etc.

Craft a USP for yourself (including your niche, copywriting specialties, and the specific expertise you offer within your broader niche/service offerings that makes you unique)

Create an Upwork profile and share your services on LinkedIn (optimize both of these profiles)

Research local clients and small businesses within your niche. Also, take time to create a list of dream clients. Study their copy, brand voice, and keep tabs on updates regarding these companies' happenings

Learn the art of a cold email/LinkedIn pitch/Upwork proposal. Introduce yourself and your services to your prospect and share with them how you can fulfill a specific need they're seeking out (For local and smaller companies, feel free to offer suggestions. With more established companies, connect the dots as to why your experience/expertise is a great fit for their brand/target audience), and attach your work/link to your LinkedIn profile, website, and any other relevant hub for your professional services & content

Ask for referrals from friends/family to get started. If they're not a relative, get a testimonial to include in your portfolio

Follow up once if you haven't heard back from a prospective client after an initial pitch after a few days

Search for potential gigs on sites like Upwork/ProBlogger/People Per Hour

Once you land a gig, execute to the best of your ability and hand in your work by the deadline (strategies surrounding best business practices is a whole other post, lol)

Gather testimonials from all clients of successful projects. Confirm with clients whether you can use their work in your portfolio if you're unsure

Continue studying copywriting from books, courses, and everyday reading & living

Stay knowledgeable about advancements/updates in your field, keep updated on current events, and culture/social trends, and read a lot in general. Have interesting, multi-faceted conversations with others. Observe what makes people tick & remain engaged in a verbal dialogue or content

[bookishjules]

there's writing a cover letter, and then there's writing a cover letter for a job in an industry where words and writing are the whole point. [enter: horrific pressure]

[learningtolivewmyself]

hm I hate lying and deception. explains my aversion to salesmen. most professions i'm indifferent to or ok w but sales is triggering lol

def want to be left alone. Def NOT NOT NOT good with numbers and hate just data.

I'm creative so-- what do I do??????

i want to work for myself and don't want anyone controlling me or telling me what to do. but do i have the capability to boss myself around lol

[iyiadebizz]

Mastering the Art of Copy: Tips for Effective Writing

Crafting compelling copy is an essential skill for writers, marketers, and communicators. Effective writing can make or break a message, influencing how audiences respond to content. The term “copy” has evolved over time, encompassing various contexts in publishing, advertising, and digital media. Understanding its multifaceted nature is crucial for creating impactful content that resonates with…

[anvianis]

Dari Dapur ke Dunia Digital: 5 Cara Content Writing Membuka Peluang Tanpa Batas untuk Ibu Rumah Tangga

[ideadeco]

Meet The Speakers: Katerina Lioumpina

Ήρθε η ώρα να γνωρίσουμε τις Secret Speakers του Digital Growth Workshop, που θα μοιραστούν μαζί μας το δικό τους ταξίδι προς την ψηφιακή αυτοπεποίηθηση. Η Κατερίνα Λιούμπινα δεν ανήκει στους ανθρώπους που περίμεναν την τέλεια στιγμή για να ξεκινήσουν. Ανήκει σε εκείνους που κάνουν την αρχή με ό,τι έχουν. Που παίρνουν το πρώτο βήμα ακόμη κι όταν η διαδρομή δεν είναι ξεκάθαρη. Στο Digital Growth…

[callings]

I love working at the dispensary but my nerve pain has been so bad these recent months I'm thinking of transferring my credits and finishing a degree online, probably communications, so that I can get into an industry that works remotely :/

[rlewisphilly]

Your first?

What was your first message to the world?My first day on Twitter (X) was today back in 2007.My tweet?  “feeling ill, going home to be with the dogs”.“If you just communicate, you can get by. If you communicate skillfully, you can work miracles.”  Thank Jim Rohn for that thought.Since Elon re-branded Twitter to “X” Should we now call tweets…Excretions?

[dcxdpdabbles]

DCxDP Fanfic Idea: Not My Business

Danny Fenton develops a unique set of skills throughout his life. He knew how to disarm a bomb when he was seven, thanks to his Dad making minebombs in the front yard as a ghost defense. (They only covered humans in ecto-goo, but it was the same concept of not wanting to have it explode on him)

He knew how to fight with a bo-staff only because he had to fight off the meals his parents brought back to life with a broom. He knew how to balance a checkbook, file tax forms, and properly build credit by the time he was ten, thanks to the years his parents ran a business at the kitchen table.

His sister taught him how to charm rude customers with a smile, how to lie without flinching, and how to complete all his assignments on time, despite having only a few hours to do so. She spent a lot of time volunteering, often dragging him along, which allowed Danny to build up his resume with both soft and hard skills he likely would never have thought there was a name for.

Problem-solving, teamwork, communication, time management, adaptability, data analysis, cybersecurity, data entry, and copywriting were the skills that Jazz focused on the most. She all but beat them into his head.

Along with cooking, sewing, basic plumbing, basic mechanics, and budgeting. Jazz was the one who looked for practical abilities.

That left time for his mom and dad to teach him things like forging, combat training, reprogramming everyday objects into weaponry, defending his position before a board for grant money, turning everyday household liquids into knock-out gas, and how to talk his way out of traffic tickets.

Not to mention everything he learn as Phantom.

Danny knew how to verify jewels and gold due to the years spent in the ghost zone fighting off pirates and treasure hunters. Phantom's reputation made him a target for many ghosts who wanted to add his rarity to their collections.

How to command a room, then a town, and finally an army. Diplomatic missions increased in number as he began meeting with the leaders of various sectors within the Ghost Zones.

Really, Danny didn't make a whole lot of sense, if anyone bothered to ask him how he came to this set of skills. The thing was, unlike the rest of his family, Danny was far too reserved to show them off. He edged the line of shyness from a young age, which sometimes bled into reclusive tendencies.

He didn't get anxious from social interactions; he just didn't feel like seeking them out. Sam and Tucker felt a similar way, as they were always willing to talk to a stranger, but they tried to branch out of their safe little bubble to make friends rather than acquaintances. Then the summer between sophomore and junior year happened.

Sam, Danny, and Tucker left tenth grade as plain losers only to arrive in junior with a splash.

The trio noticed that people were staring at them more intensely than they had been before. That they were used to, what they weren't used to was that the stares were not mocking or dismissive.

It was odd, but it didn't click on why that was until winter break, and more specifically, Star's Holiday party.

Ever since the fourth grade, Star hosted the biggest party of their generation. Her parents owned the local fun center, which featured indoor kart racing, laser tag, arcade games, paintball, and virtual reality pods. Everyone tripped over themselves to be given an invitation as she offered a full day and night of free entertainment at the center.

It always ended with wild stories of teenage fun that Danny always wanted to see in person, rather than hearing about in the hallways the next day. Not that everyone in their grade went. The invitation list was super selective (Star's parents did lose a lot of profit for letting their daughter do that)

You either received an invitation from the party girl herself, or you were asked to be a plus one, which was just as much of an honor as it was a symbol of social status among the teenage population of Amity Park.

The trio was never invited, which is why they were already making their way to the student parking lot when Star stood in the courtyard, holding up the scarred envelopes. Inside them was the bracelet that one had to scan at the door of her center to let people in. It was how her father ensured only the agreed-upon guests stayed at that number.

In the middle of making plans for hot chocolate at Sam's favorite poetry slam cafe, Star had run at Tucker's car, practically falling over to knock on his window. Danny had never been so confused in his life as his friend rolled down his window to arch a brow at the girl.

She stuttered her way through a pathetic request for fashion advice that Tucker easily answered in two sentences. Sam snickered as Star seemed unsure what to do with Tucker's lack of interest in her or her popularity.

Ever since Tucker started focusing more on his self-confidence and joined the fashion community, he hadn't been so girl-crazy nor as desperate to get one's attention.

Just as Danny reminded Tucker that other cars were waiting for them to clear the road, Star had pushed three envelopes into the driver's hand and run off with a red face.

Tucker stared at the envelopes in his hands with a wild look that both Sam and Danny shared. They slowly kicked their brains back into gear when an angry honk from the car behind them sounded, and they ended up silently driving the cafe, still in a daze.

Jazz laughed herself silly when they rang her up to ask if she thought it was a trick (Sam was sure they were going to be Carrie-ed), a mistake (Danny insisted Star had gone to the wrong car, but due to the tinting, didn't realize until it was too late). Or a genuine invitation (Tcuker had always been the most optimistic of the three).

"Haven't you three ever wondered why Spectra used emotion-based ectoplasm for her appearance?" She giggled, "It makes people hot. And you guys literally spend all summer in the Ghost Zone during your internships, feeling human emotions while being exposed to natural ectoplasm. You three came back looking good."

That was a shock.

The summer apprenticeships had been a compromise between Sam and her parents. They were growing tired of her not growing out of her "phase" and were threatening to send her to a military camp to straighten her out.

Thankfully, Jazz had stepped in, brilliantly changing their minds into allowing the college student to match Sam up with a well-known friend as a mentor. She even threw Danny and Tucker into her "program" to further show that it was just what Sam needed to stop her from being a troubled teen.

Since only Maddie and Jack knew about Phantom, it took some effort among all of them to create fake websites and legitimate-looking summer programs before Sam, Tucker, and Danny arrived in the Ghost Zone in different vehicles to spend their summers. It helped that Ghostwriter owed them a favor, and he brought the programs to life.

Danny was learning medical practices of various species with Frostbite. Sam was with Princess Dorathea, learning how to govern and manage a large estate. Tucker had taken Wulf up on his offer to join him through the Ghost Zone's wildness, allowing Tucker to experience life off-screen and learn more about animals.

Jazz had said she placed them out of their comfort zones, but with trusted ghosts that could help them build well-rounded characters. At first, it wasn't for them, but the trio found themselves falling in love with their activities.

By the time they came back, they had many stories and exceptional skills to share with their parents. Sam's parents weren't happy she was still a goth, but they did appreciate her newfound determination to connect with them and her interest in running companies like the family business.

Tucker's parents were amazed by the muscles he gained and how he started to limit his screen time. He still loves his tech, but now he was branching out into fashion, helping out around the house, and appreciating animals and nature like never before.

Maddie and Jack watched as Danny grew more empathic while becoming more sure of what to do in stressful situations. Confidence that their son desperately needed had been gifted to him over the summer. He no longer lowered his eyes or slouched, even if his awkwardness lingered a bit.

That apparently made them hot? Yes, it did.

At Star's party, even though the three kept to themselves, laughing and hanging out as normal, people were constantly attempting to talk to them or simply flushing whenever they made eye contact. Danny, Sam, and Tucker all agreed that they no longer wanted to be popular.

They stay firmly behind unbreakable walls even as the party skyrocketed them to the same level of popularity as the A-listers (they refused to join the club). The three were more excited to return to their summer internships the following summer.

By the time graduation rolled around, Danny, Sam, and Tucker had been voted the most attractive and the most likely to succeed. They were a new type of untouchable royalty walking the halls of Casper High.

It came as no surprise that their resumes and internships got them offers from various colleges, not to mention their looks. Jazz, by that point, was still working on her degree at Gotham U, so the three chose to go there.

Danny was studying to become a doctor, Sam was in business, and Tucker chose computer sciences. They had moved into a house that Sam's parents bought for them, allowing Jazz to move out of the dorms into the spare room. Things were going great for a while, living in the big city and being adults on their own for the first time.

Then Danny applied for an internship at Martha Wayne Memorial Hospital in the administrative area- Sam convinced him it would be a good way to get a foot in the door when he applied to medical school. He needed someone to write him rec letters.- And one night, when he was working late on data entry, he happened to see Batman's maskless fall out of a portal produced by a trenchcoat man.

The trenchcoat man carried Batman to the abandoned operating room that had been left behind when they remodeled the place and converted it into offices, followed by the rest of the Bats. Their faces were covered entirely, but it did not hide their worry as they rushed to catch up with the pair.

A woman wearing scrubs pushed through the portal and the group of masked heroes, barking out orders to prepare the room.

There was a magic spell wrapped around the group that typically would have made them invisible, and erase their importance in the mind of whoever looked at them, as if they were from a forgotten dream. Still, Danny's ecto contamination made him immune to the spell, so he witnessed the whole thing.

Huh. Bruce Wayne was Batman. Neat.

Danny figured it wasn't his business and turned back to his two monitors to finish the Excel spreadsheet he was working on. He later left after saving his work, ignoring the fact that he now knew why the operating room had been left untouched, despite having all that technology on standby.

He would get home, mention it over a plate of reheated pizza, while Tucker would be working on an essay due at midnight. His best friend would shrug, claiming his own ectoplasim had made him immune to Poison Ivy's plants- they were shockingly similar to some of the plants Wulf and he encountered in the Ghost Zone- and had seen Red Robin's face after the man had been sprayed in the face and some of the powder lingered on his mask.

Apparently, Tucker's midnight essay writing had given him a familiar, dazed college look of exhaustion. Still, since he wasn't freaking out at the man eating plants, Red Robin had thought him too gone on whatever Posion Ivy how dosed the crowd of hostages with, to worry about his bare face. He had merely moved Tucker somewhere safe, stabbed him in the thigh with a needle, which had been rude according to Tucker, and run off to fight Ivy.

Red Robin was Tim Drake. Neat.

The two changed the subject to a TV show, but eventually Tucker had to focus on his essay, and they fell silent.

The following morning, Sam reported that she, too, had figured out a Gotham Hero's identity by accident. Her ectoplasim contamination had made her an attractive goth, who was approached by a blushing Damian Wayne to ask her to model her alternative style for his art club.

At the offer of a bit of pocket change, Sam had agreed to follow the art club president to a park where a group of teenagers were setting up canvases and easels. They asked her to sit on the park fountain for a few hours while they tried to capture her likeness in charcoal.

During the session, she noticed a change in Damian's movement as he grew more relaxed and his old habits began to shine through. Princess Dorathea had taught her the dangers of the court and how to notice little changes in body language that could keep her safe.

She thought it was odd that Damian moved like an assassin, reaching for a small knife in the same way he wielded his charcoal. It made sense later when she was rescued by Robin on her walk home from a would-be mugging and noticed the same little habits.

Robin was Damian Wayne. Neat.

If three of the many Bats were Waynes or connected to the famous family, it only logically makes sense that the rest were all Waynes too. Double neat.

The only one who was sincerely shocked by this reveal was Jazz, who had not even a hint of suspicion that Bruce Wayne was Batman.

"This is huge!" Jazz gasps, "Don't you guys realize how crazy this is!?"

"I mean, sure," Tucker slowly responded, sharing a confused glance with Sam and Danny. "But it's not really our business, is it? It's not like Danny is in the hero scene anymore."

"Well, yes but come on it's Batman!"

"I don't think Batman even cares about us, much less his Bruce persona. As someone from the bottom of the first class, trust me, the top of the first class doesn't even notice us taking up space. " Sam laughs, shaking her head. Danny hesitates to mention that Bruce Wayne has stopped by his office multiple times to bring coffee for all his coworkers, but figures the man must do that for all his employees.

Miles and miles away in Wayne Manor, Bruce narrows his eyes at the three screens displaying three newly graduated teens covered in paranormal residue. It's possible that they were all haunted and just didn't know it, which was a common thing, according to the Justice League Dark.

After some digging into their background, he found that companies, summer camps, and internships had all been fabricated by an incredible hacker who provided an oddly convincing cover-up for the various skills the trio possessed. Again, the Justice League Dark also stated that it was common, as that was a tactic the Otherworlders frequently used on humans to leech onto them.

Like a gas station in the middle of nowhere that was there and then it wasn't a few days later.

The three weren't experiencing any negative emotions, which meant whatever was haunting them would soon pass, and it wasn't necessary to intervene. Zatanna promised Bruce that everything was fine.

He had some doubts.

So far, the three have been doing everyday things that first-year college students typically do, and yet, Bruce's children have reported seeing the three often in their civilian lives.

Foley worked out at the same gym Dick did and was often at the ramen shop Jason just helped one of his friends open. Manson began spending time at Cass's favorite café and attended Duke's poetry nights as an observer. Fenton, the male one, was literally working a few floors below Tim.

A coincidence?

Or was it something nefarious at play?

Bruce decided to wait and see what happens.

[gameofthrones2020]

Advice on Writing

For people reading this, I want to explain my writing ground and experience and, in part, writing advice for any people interested in writing as a career as a copywriter, magazine writer, authorship and other writing forms relevant to the industry.  I began writing seriously from 2014 to 2018 at the University of Hull, where I completed my Politics and International Relations Degree; during that…

[palalabu]

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[cyberclouddream]

The second house indicates what’s on you, with you, or generated by you. It deals with resources that keep you alive and functioning, so it also reveals the abilities required to generate these things. Your labor, your skills, your physical effort, your trade. It’s your tools, talents, and offerings that get exchanged for survival or stability.

It’s not about career (10H), passions(5H), or gifts from others (8H). It’s about how you produce, control, own, and can turn into survival, sustainability, and eventually wealth, from nothing but your essence. So it’s like your gut, resource base, harvest. That’s why it’s the house of “I have”.

» 2nd House in Aries

You’re not built to wait, you’re built to charge first, think later, and monetize through your energy, momentum, and nerve. The value you offer isn’t softness, it’s force, action, and quick-start heat. People trust you when things are urgent. You get paid when others freeze. You’re instinct-driven, so your talents live in survival-based skills and adrenaline spaces.

Things you can pursue: personal training; boxing, MMA or self-defense coaching; high-speed freelance gigs; stunt work; solo business launches; pressure-based consulting; sports-based YouTube content; fast-paced reselling; fire-arts or pyrotechnic crafts; combat or emergency-response training; outdoor survival courses; leadership in risky or chaotic fields.

This works because Mars rules the 2H, so your value is pure motion. You don’t accumulate value, you ignite it. When you stop waiting and start acting, money flows.

» 2nd House in Taurus

You make money by bringing people back to their body. You thrive when you sell comfort, consistency, and sensory pleasure. You’re tuned to the pace of nature, and people pay for your ability to calm them, feed them, or bring them beauty that lasts. You don’t rush, you anchor, and that slowness is what makes you valuable.

Focus on: baking and comfort-food catering; skincare and herbalism; massage therapy; homemade soap or natural body care; gardening, farming, or flower arrangement; perfume blending; handmade clothes or ceramics; aesthetic YouTube/blog content; slow fashion or textile repair; brand consulting with a beauty focus; luxury thrift resale.

This works because Venus rules here, the Venus of soil, texture, and reliability. Your value doesn’t need to scream. It just needs to be felt.

» 2nd House in Gemini

You make money by moving information, ideas, and connections. You think fast, speak fast, and sell with your words, not with polish but with speed, wit, and adaptability. People don’t buy from you because you’re deep, they buy because you’re efficient, mentally alive, and plugged into what’s trending. You thrive in work that needs flexibility and talking, not perfection.

Monetize this by: copywriting; reselling or dropshipping; digital marketing; transcription; tutoring; podcasting; live hosting; short-form content creation; running newsletters; social media ghostwriting; flipping information into templates or digital products; workshop teaching; online arbitrage.

This works because Mercury rules here and Mercury doesn’t build, it connects and moves. You earn by being sharp, not settled.

» 2nd House in Cancer

You make money by nurturing, preserving, and giving people a sense of safety or belonging. You’re emotionally wired to feel what others need before they say it, and people pay for the feeling you create. Whether it’s food, care, or sacred space, you’re profitable when you tap into tenderness, memory, or home.

Go for: family-based businesses; doula or birth support; meal prepping; grief or trauma work; elder or childcare; womb wellness; handmade memory boxes or photo albums; domestic healing services (cooking, organizing); herbal tea blends; moon-based planning; ancestral work; protective crafts; home cooking shows.

This works because the Moon rules here, and the Moon holds, reflects, and responds. Your value is very relational and intuitive, not so much transactional.

» 2nd House in Leo

You make money by being seen. You offer the world your personality, shine, and magnetism, and people pay you to help them shine too. You’re not here to play it safe; you thrive when you lead, perform, and help others feel important. You’re most valuable in industries that reward boldness, presence, and confidence.

Try: acting; public speaking; children’s education or entertainment; fashion design or styling; branding and personal image work; YouTube or TikTok with strong visual identity; designing gold-toned products or “luxury” experiences; talent development; party planning; photo or video production; designing showpieces or centerpiece products.

This works because the Sun rules this house, and the Sun doesn’t blend in. It radiates. Your value shines brightest when you actually own the spotlight.

» 2nd House in Virgo

You earn through your ability to fix, clean, and perfect. You’re built to spot flaws and bring order to chaos. People pay you because you catch what everyone else overlooks. You’re most valuable where details, accuracy, and cleanliness matter. Your money comes from refining things, making them safer, clearer, or more useful.

Go into: editing, proofreading, transcription; herbal remedies or nutrition services; spreadsheet or database building; system organization; habit coaching; cleaning or detox services; planner or journal design; technical writing; wellness consulting; making workbooks or method-based tools; diagnostic services; VA work.

This works because Mercury rules here in earth mode. You don’t just think, you optimize things. Your value is about being practical, efficient, and fix-it-focused.

» 2nd House in Libra

You monetize through your ability to balance, beautify, and mediate. You’re naturally valuable when you’re helping people find their style, their peace, or their place. You thrive in relational or visual work that calls for grace and taste. You’re not built for mess, you shine when things are harmonious.

Try: fashion styling; interior design; event planning; brand visuals; relationship coaching; etiquette work; aesthetic consulting; jewelry design; couple-based content; wedding planning; high-end resale; social media curation; conflict resolution or facilitation services.

This works because Venus rules Libra, the Venus of symmetry and social connection. Your value comes from knowing how things should look, feel, and flow.

» 2nd House in Scorpio

You sell intensity, strategy, and transformation. People don’t come to you for surface-level stuff, they come for your ability to go all the way down and dig up truth. You’re valuable in high-stakes, high-emotion, or hidden work. You’re most profitable when you’re handling what others avoid, like pain, power, depth, or taboos.

Monetize this through: therapy or shadow work; sex education or intimacy coaching; occult research; investigative journalism; trauma work; death care or grief services; forensic fields; intuitive readings; emotional cleanup services (extraction, detox, cord cutting); helping people recover from breakdowns or losses.

This works because Mars rules here in its nocturnal mode, which is strategic, deep, and intense. You’re built to transform pain into power. :)

» 2nd House in Sagittarius

You make money by expanding people’s minds and breaking them out of boxes. Your value is your vision, your perspective, and your ability to connect the dots across time, cultures, or beliefs. People pay for your big-picture thinking, your stories, and your knowledge. This works when you’re in motion or exploring something real.

Focus on: teaching or tutoring; writing (especially essays or spiritual topics); outdoor guiding; creating belief-based content; language learning; travel blogging; online course creation; ethical business coaching; translating ideas into teachings; workshop leading; comedy with a message; philosophical merch.

This works because Jupiter rules here, which is the planet of meaning, growth, and teaching. You thrive when you help people see farther.

» 2nd House in Capricorn

You monetize through structure, ambition, and long-game focus. You build value like a mountain builds height, slow, steady, unshakable. People pay for your discipline and your ability to handle what’s heavy or serious. You’re most valuable when responsibility is involved.

Try: business planning; accounting or budgeting; construction or renovation work; long-term investing; systems design; eldercare or estate management; corporate consulting; structural coaching; digital product architecture; mentorship programs; real estate work; time management or goal tracking tools.

This works because Saturn rules this house, which preserves, hardens, and endures. You’re not the flashiest, you’re typically the one who lasts.

» 2nd House in Aquarius

You make money by being different, futuristic, and community-minded. Your value isn’t in fitting in, it’s in standing out and breaking systems that no longer work. People pay for your weird genius, especially when it helps them belong to something better.

Focus on: tech-based design; social media strategy; niche or alt content; astrology or futurism; digital product creation; community building platforms; AI-based services; protest gear or radical wellness tools; open-source project work; network systems; innovation consulting; experimental art.

This works because Saturn rules here too, but in air, so it’s more cold and conceptual. You build by breaking molds, not following them.

» 2nd House in Pisces

You sell dream, spirit, and softness. Your value comes from your ability to flow, to channel what’s unspoken and emotional. People come to you for atmosphere, empathy, and escape. You’re not here to be literal, you’re here to help people feel.

Monetize this through: art or music; film scoring or editing; intuitive reading; dream work; scent blending; ocean or water-based products; abstract visuals; poetry or lyric writing; ritual creation; sanctuary design; sound healing; cinematic editing or storytelling; spiritual guidance; working with animals or oceanic life.

This works because Jupiter rules here in traditional astrology, but the Jupiter of vision and transcendence. You monetize meaning that can’t be explained, only felt.

[ideadeco]

Meet The Speakers: Iliada Kothra

Ήρθε η ώρα να γνωρίσουμε τις Secret Speakers του Digital Growth Workshop, που θα μοιραστούν μαζί μας το δικό τους ταξίδι προς την ψηφιακή αυτοπεποίηθηση. Υπάρχουν άνθρωποι που κουβαλούν φως. Και άλλοι που το γεννούν. Η Ιλιάδα Κόθρα κάνει και τα δύο. Στο Digital Growth Workshop, μέσα από μια 15λεπτη ομιλία, θα μας ξεναγήσει στο δικό της προσωπικό ταξίδι προς την ψηφιακή αυτοπεποίθηση. Με τρόπο…

[geminimoonmadness]

Wherever Scorpio is placed in your chart shows where you can become corrupt or destructive if you don’t get help for the internal hell that burns inside you 🔥 🖤

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First we recap on the themes of each house:

🏡Ascendant / 1st House

First impressions, physical body, self-image, appearance, how you approach the world, style, personality, leadership, new initiatives, fresh starts, and beginnings.

🏡2nd House

Values, material comforts and pleasures, art, aesthetics, deep experiences, finances, possessions, contracts, taste, scent, sound, sight, and touch.

🏡 3rd House

Communication, thoughts, siblings, research, learning, childhood, small talk, coworkers, flirting, banter, early education, neighbors, vehicles, libraries, the neighborhood, schools, local trips, appliances, daily interactions, and devices.

🏡 IC / 4th House

Home, emotions, stability, comforts, ancestors, self-care, the past, roots, hometown, history, family, genetics, privacy, security, caretakers, parents (especially the mother), children, your own nurturing abilities, and TLC.

🏡 5th House

Self-expression, dating, sex, drama, creativity, attention, children, fertility, excitement, entertainment, the inner child, passions, hobbies, color, games, imagination, romance, fun, pleasure, and play.

🏡 6th House

Schedules, organization, habits, routines, duties, fitness, diet, health, exercise, analytical thinking, digestion, stress, plans, design, pets, chores, work, running errands, responsibilities, skills, medication, babysitting, sickness, surgery, volunteering, servitude, and being of service to others.

🏡 Descendant / 7th House

Partnerships, relationships, marriage, effort, peaceful negotiation, active listening, teamwork, commitment, spouse, business deals, open enemies, and contracts.

🏡 8th House

Birth, death, sex, transformation, mysteries, tarot, surgery, spirit boards, other people’s property and money, drugs, alcohol, real estate, inheritances, self-harm, crime, investments, secrets, taxes, abuse, soulmates, the occult, obsession, intimacy, revenge, trauma, pain, and profound bonding.

🏡 9th House

Travel, higher education, spirituality, publishing, religion, philosophy, foreigners, beliefs, entrepreneurship, enlightenment, faith, optimism, teaching, knowledge, languages, culture, wisdom, university, teachers, and cross-cultural connections.

🏡 MC / 10th House

Structures, corporations, tradition, social status, public image, legacy, fame, honors, professionalism, hard work, ambition, achievements, awards, career path, authority, boundaries, goals, leadership style, aspirations, rules, discipline, fathers, and fatherhood.

🏡 11th House

Teams, friendships, groups, society, technology, video, media, networking, social justice, rebellion, gifts, humanitarian causes, originality, eccentricity, sudden events, surprises, activism, invention, astronomy, science fiction, innovation, older siblings, community, computers, electricity, the internet, and the future.

🏡 12th House

The subconscious, dreams, spirituality, mental health, visions, karma, past lives, poetry, art, asylums, jail, hospitals, healing, trauma, isolation, hypnosis, sleep, film, dance, intuition, addiction, illusion, confusion, the psyche, ghosts, spirits, secrets, affairs, insomnia, suffering, illness, imprisonment, spiritual transcendence, enemies, endings, and crisis.

Now we’ve recapped,

Here is a list of some negative traits that have the potential to manifest depending on which house Scorpio resides in your chart:

🦂 1st House

Jealousy, violent emotions, intimidation, and a lack of trust in others.

🦂 2nd House

Obsessive attachment to possessions, greed, financial manipulation, using money or resources for control.

🦂 3rd House

Suspicion toward siblings or neighbors, manipulative communication, compulsive thinking, secretive learning, gossip.

🦂 4th House

Emotional blackmail within the family, resentment toward parents, clinging to past wounds, controlling behavior in the home.

🦂 5th House

Jealousy in romance, possessiveness over children or lovers, attention-seeking drama, sexual obsession.

🦂 6th House

Workplace power struggles, compulsive routines, self-destructive health habits, resentment about being of service.

🦂 7th House

Manipulative relationships, obsession with partners, fear of betrayal, jealousy, power plays in marriage or business partnerships.

🦂 8th House

Addiction, financial entanglements, destructive sexual compulsions, abuse, revenge, inability to let go.

🦂 9th House

Fanaticism in beliefs, intolerance, imposing views on others, secretive travels, hidden agendas in teaching or publishing.

🦂 10th House

Obsessive ambition, ruthless pursuit of status, controlling public image, power struggles with authority figures.

🦂 11th House

Manipulation in friendships, jealousy over others’ success, infiltration of groups for personal gain, secret rivalries.

🦂 12th House

Self-sabotage, hidden enemies, secret addictions, paranoia, escapism, unconscious patterns of destruction.

﹌﹌﹌﹌﹌﹌﹌﹌﹌﹌﹌﹌﹌﹌﹌﹌﹌﹌﹌﹌When you research your Scorpio house placement, you’re equipping yourself to do meaningful shadow work. Instead of letting these energies operate unconsciously, you bring them into the light, where they can be understood, healed and transformed. This is how Scorpio moves from corruption and pain to profound healing and rebirth. ♏️

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Thank you for reading. Your support means so much to me! Stay tuned for more to come 💖

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Words & Phrases to Avoid in Writing

When you sit down to write an article, essay, or novel, you’ll have to make decisions about word choice and phrasing.

Whether you’re a writer of novels and short stories, a teacher proofreading a research paper or other academic writing, or a content marketing specialist trying to eliminate weak words from your infographic, there are certain unnecessary words you should eliminate that can improve any piece of writing.

Here is a list of words to avoid, as well as some general writing and editing tips to follow in order to become a better writer:

“Very”: Though “very” is meant to be an intensifier, it is clunky and provides no additional information beyond the word it’s magnifying. If you find yourself writing that someone is “very hungry” or “very tired,” it’s likely a sign that you should be choosing stronger adjectives. Instead of “very hungry,” try “famished.” Instead of “very tired,” try “exhausted.” Substituting “very” with stronger adjectives will help decrease your word count, make stronger word choices, and develop a sharper writing style.

“Is” and other “to be” verbs: “To be” verbs, including “is,” “am,” “are,” “was,” “were,” “being,” and “been,” are among the most common words in the English language. That means they’re also among the most overused and should be rejected in favor of stronger verbs. Oftentimes, “to be” verbs are a sign of passive voice, which results in needlessly complex sentence structure. Here’s a good example: Why write “The line was flubbed by Alex” when you could write “Alex flubbed the line”? Active voice helps eliminate useless words while making the sentence more dynamic and easier to understand.

“Thing”: “Thing” is a vague word—it can mean many different things, and vague words force the reader to spend extra time and effort to determine their meaning. When a writer uses words like “thing” and “stuff,” they’re often ignoring a potential replacement word that’s far more vivid and clear. Whether your preferred medium is fiction writing, copywriting, or online writing like blogging, one of the most common writing mistakes you can make is using “thing” and “stuff” instead of a word with more specificity.

Redundant phrases: “Join together.” “Armed gunman.” “Unexpected surprise” are all examples of redundant phrases (not to mention clichés). These unnecessarily wordy phrases can cause a reader to become distracted, and editors will often ask writers to get the same point across in fewer words. If you notice any of these phrases in your first draft, you should eliminate them in your rewriting process.

Extra words and crutch phrases: When it comes to the English language, native speakers tend to use extraneous words and filler phrases in their everyday speech. Bloggers and long-form writers alike should try to eliminate these phrases from their writing. Removing filler phrases like “at the end of the day” and “in spite of the fact” will help you use fewer words and improve the overall clarity and efficiency of your writing.

Prepositional phrases: Prepositions are frequently necessary to indicate the relationship between nouns, pronouns, and action verbs, but writers who are overly reliant on prepositional phrases can find themselves writing needlessly long and complex sentences. Thus, one of the most essential writing skills you can develop is the ability to excise prepositional phrases from your work. If you find yourself staring at a sentence with a bunch of prepositional phrases, try shifting to active voice, substituting adverbs, or omitting nominalizations.

Source ⚜ More: Notes & References ⚜ Writing Resources PDFs

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★ how to maximize profits via 2nd house ★

aries in the 2nd house can maximize profits by capitalizing on their entrepreneurial drive and competitive spirit. aries benefits from fast-paced, high-energy ventures where they can lead and make quick decisions. they might excel by launching a fitness training program, offering personal coaching services, or starting a motivational brand that sells products like athletic apparel, energy drinks, or performance gear. aries could also find success with subscription boxes focused on high-adrenaline hobbies like hiking, martial arts, or adventure sports. by embracing ventures that allow them to innovate quickly and take the lead, aries can build profitable businesses that leverage their passion and high energy.

taurus in the 2nd house is well-suited for steady financial growth through high-quality, long-term investments and products. they thrive in businesses that emphasize luxury, beauty, and quality, such as a high-end skincare line, organic foods business, or eco-friendly clothing brand. taurus could also consider starting a boutique furniture store that sells artisan-crafted or vintage items, as they appreciate products with enduring value. with their talent for creating a comforting atmosphere, taurus might excel with a bed and breakfast, a spa, or a wellness center that offers relaxation services. taurus maximizes profits by focusing on products that prioritize quality and offer a luxurious experience, appealing to clients who value longevity and craftsmanship.

gemini in the 2nd house can boost profits by tapping into their adaptability and communication skills, especially in diverse, mentally stimulating fields. they could thrive by starting a digital marketing agency, offering copywriting or editing services, or launching an online course platform that covers a wide range of topics to cater to curious minds. with their natural social skills, gemini could also excel in creating a networking app or social media consulting service. offering services like translation, podcasting, or even freelance journalism can keep income flowing, as gemini is well-suited to manage multiple streams of revenue. their knack for curiosity-driven ventures and networking makes them ideal for businesses that involve idea-sharing, quick adaptability, and community engagement.

cancer in the 2nd house can increase earnings by focusing on nurturing and emotionally resonant businesses that bring comfort to others. they might start a home-cooked meal delivery service, a childcare center, or a family-focused event planning service that organizes intimate gatherings like birthdays and reunions. cancer could also do well in real estate, particularly with home staging or property management that emphasizes creating warm, inviting spaces. they could excel in interior decorating, especially with a focus on cozy, family-oriented spaces, or start a handcrafted candle or blanket line. by building businesses that revolve around care, comfort, and family, cancer can create loyal clients and establish long-term success through emotional connections.

leo in the 2nd house maximizes profits by showcasing their creativity and leadership, often excelling in businesses that allow them to stand out and build a brand. leo could find success with a personal brand consultancy, fashion line, or luxury event planning business. they might enjoy launching a social media channel focused on lifestyle or self-improvement, where they can attract sponsorships or sell branded merchandise. leo also thrives in roles where they can influence and inspire others, so they might consider starting a motivational speaking business, an acting or dance academy, or a high-end boutique. with their flair for self-expression, leo profits best when they create high-quality, visually captivating products and services that let their star power shine through.

virgo in the 2nd house finds financial success through practical, detail-oriented services that provide high value and efficiency. they excel in businesses that involve organization, health, and precision, such as financial consulting, tax preparation, or a personal organizing service. virgo might also thrive with a nutrition or wellness coaching business, offering tailored health plans or holistic products like herbal supplements or self-care kits. a digital bookkeeping service, copyediting business, or virtual assistant agency could also bring them steady profits, as virgo’s meticulous nature appeals to clients who seek reliability and structure. by focusing on services that emphasize quality and organization, virgo builds a reputation for excellence that attracts a steady client base.

libra in the 2nd house can increase earnings by leveraging their skills in diplomacy, aesthetics, and partnerships. they could start a wedding planning business, a floral design company, or a luxury lifestyle brand that sells carefully curated home décor items. libra would also excel in public relations consulting or brand management roles, where they can help clients present a refined, balanced image. creating a high-end art gallery, a boutique law firm, or a relationship coaching service could also align well with libra’s skills. libra thrives in partnership-focused ventures, so building collaborative business models or co-founding a business with others can also enhance their profitability and bring a sense of harmony to their financial life.

scorpio in the 2nd house maximizes profits by tapping into their ability to handle intensity and complexity, often succeeding in fields like finance, psychology, and research. scorpio could build wealth by creating a private investigation firm, a psychotherapy practice, or a financial planning service specializing in wealth management or estate planning. they might also thrive in real estate investment, particularly with properties that need transformation, such as flipping houses or managing rental properties. scorpio may also excel in businesses related to holistic healing, offering reiki or shadow work coaching. by focusing on industries that require trust, depth, and resilience, scorpio can attract clients who value privacy and are willing to invest in transformational services.

sagittarius in the 2nd house can increase profits by embracing their love for adventure, growth, and education. they could launch a travel agency specializing in unique cultural experiences, a language learning platform, or a motivational speaking business that offers courses and workshops. sagittarius could also thrive by creating a publishing company focused on philosophical or inspirational content or starting a tour guiding business for international destinations. their enthusiasm for knowledge makes them great at teaching, so they might consider offering online courses or starting a coaching business in a field they’re passionate about. by aligning with growth-oriented ventures, sagittarius can attract an audience that values inspiration and big-picture thinking.

capricorn in the 2nd house maximizes profits through disciplined, long-term planning and a practical approach to business. they’re well-suited for businesses like a corporate consulting firm, project management agency, or investment portfolio service. capricorn could also do well in real estate development, particularly with rental properties or commercial buildings. they might find success by starting a financial advisory firm or creating a luxury goods company focused on high-end, timeless products like leather goods or fine jewelry. by aligning with industries that reward patience and professionalism, capricorn can build a solid financial foundation and enjoy steady growth, often seeing long-term success through conservative but reliable investments.

aquarius in the 2nd house can increase profits by focusing on innovation, technology, and humanitarian ventures. they might launch a tech startup, a renewable energy company, or a social media platform that prioritizes community and ethical interaction. aquarius could also find success with a nonprofit organization focused on social justice, an eco-friendly product line, or a collaborative workspace for creatives and freelancers. their futuristic mindset makes them perfect for ventures in artificial intelligence, blockchain technology, or virtual reality. by aligning their finances with progressive and forward-thinking industries, aquarius can attract clients and customers who value innovation and social impact.

pisces in the 2nd house maximizes profits by leaning into their creativity, compassion, and spirituality. they may thrive in a music or art therapy practice, a spiritual coaching business, or a holistic wellness center that offers services like yoga, meditation, and crystal healing. pisces could also succeed by creating a boutique art studio, a dream journal line, or a subscription service for wellness products like essential oils, herbal teas, and calming rituals. they’re drawn to businesses that help others heal or connect with their inner selves, so they may also find success in fields like astrology, psychic readings, or intuitive counseling. by aligning with businesses that emphasize emotional well-being and creativity, pisces can build a profitable venture that resonates deeply with clients who seek personal and spiritual growth.