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theblackfemininesociety · 4 months

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Make that content girl.

This is your sign, it’s time to start your own channel, business, brand your gifts. Whatever little voice that’s been telling you to “try it” we are hear to shine a light on that part of you.

Here’s why:

• Life is too short, you don’t have to live a life of what ifs. Trying is better than failing on any level. You won’t know until you try.

• It’s a new year baby, you’ve made it this far… what if this is the year that elevates you in the way you’ve always dreamed of?

“Insanity is doing the same thing over and over again and expecting different results.”

— Albert Einstein

• B.F.S encourages all of our besties to enhance your skills this year, what if you can turn that hobby into multiple streams of income? ✨💰

• The social media aesthetic is changing, people are craving authenticity and normalcy. People want to connect and relate to what they are consuming, what if you’re holding on to the content / products needed to help someone else?

• No one is YOU and that’s your power 💎

#black women in luxury #classy black women #black women in femininity #black luxury #feminine energy #content creator #moodboard black luxury #content creator tips #entrepreneur tips #skill building #influencer tips #2024 vision board

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femmefatalevibe · 8 months

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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

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thenookienostradamus · 24 days

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One thing I would like to impart to everyone based on both observation and personal experience:

Every skill is teachable.

If you think you'd like to do something but don't think you could, remember that what you see from people who do it is the end result. You don't see the process, by and large.

"I want to write a book." "I want to learn aerial silks." "I want to weave a tapestry." "I want to do standup comedy." You can do these things. You just have to be prepared to spend a long time out of the spotlight being not-so-great at the thing.

Every author writes books that don't work. Every aerialist fails a spin or loses their grip, over and over. Every weaver makes lame, ugly pieces full of mistakes. Every standup comic bombs, over and over.

People may have raw talent in one area or another, but literally no one is born trained. Natural ability untrained will ALWAYS be outstripped by more modest ability that trains hard.

I am not a naturally graceful or flexible person. But a year and a half ago I decided I was going to improve my mobility and balance. So I started stretching and doing yoga. A year and a half is basically nothing in terms of building a skill. I'm still not mega-bendy; I can't do splits or lotus position (along with amy other things). But because I've been consistent about it, I'm way closer to those goals than I was when I began. Not to mention the fact that I didn't start this stuff at age 20. If I had...damn. But I'm 45 and physical stuff doesn't come as easily as it did 20 years ago. Still! I'm by far the most flexible person in my exercise class full of fellow middle aged (and above) folks. That's not nothing.

Every skill is teachable. There's no time limit on starting to learn.

#personal stuff #learning #practice #skill building

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clever-fox-studios · 4 months

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Art Lessons

I'm just dropping this here because the idea keeps floating in my head about revisiting something I did back in the SAMS server (yes, hi, I was there, some of you probably know me from art chat) that I really enjoyed and I've been considering trying again to provide accessible resources to young or under-skilled artists.

So, back in the day (early 2023) when I was there (SAMS), I held a couple of streams where I tried to explain anatomy and breaking down bodies into shapes and how those lessons overlapped into other subjects like non-humans. I felt there was a moderate success, as I am and always have been, self-taught and thus I don't have the formal knowledge that comes from university classes (though I would like some one day); having been online enough I've seen the biases in the art community with the agism and such where older people who "missed" the window of opportunity are often pushed aside because they're expected to "know" by now how to Do The Thing when they weren't given the same opportunities then.

I've also seen how most how-to books, videos and classes, in many countries, seem to lack general fundamentals as part of their criteria; the number of 'students' who professed that their teachers or the instructor seemed to assume they had a basic idea of how to draw already before starting class was... staggering to say the least.

"I didn't know what [this] meant, I was just told to do it."

"We were never taught how to break this down, we just had to copy [this]."

Etc.

Nevermind the style biases; I despise the "Anime isn't art" arguments and how they try to force a style onto the learners as if they're superior for being 'traditional' or 'realistic'. I'm a person who does push for the fundamentals because they can be applied to all styles in some way; learn the rules to then break the rules and all that. Technical skill is not the same as style, in my book.

So, that being said, I would really love to revisit those streams one day soon, if the interest is still there. I'm planning to open a discord server for it where I can host the small-scale streams until I get a platform open for larger audiences; I'm thinking Twitch, but my set up isn't really good for that, and I need a certain amount of watch time/followers on Tiktok and Youtube (for some stupid reason) so while I figure that out, discord is better than nothing. VODs could be made or uploaded to Youtube later for review until I make proper edited stuff, but that's much later.

I just really miss offering help because art should be accessible and no one should feel isolated in the "you should know by now" bubble simply because their living situation or environment didn't afford them the time or resources to sit and draw all day, every day and teach themselves where classes failed or assumed they knew what they were dong already. Also, that live feedback can help a lot and allow others to run at their own pace instead of getting steamrolled by the 'natural talent' as I can repeat or revisit something and answer questions in real-time (as much as I'm able).

So if that's something that seems fun or interesting, I'd leave it open to any age (behave yourselves) to come learn; if I get enough interest I'll start making the discord and think of a schedule plan, but for now it's an idea!

Thank you for dropping by!

#art lessons #beginner artist #how to draw #discord #stream #art stream #classes #learn to draw #skill building

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creature-wizard · 5 months

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Do you know any coping skills for dealing with frustration when building new skills? I give up on things easily because I get so angry with myself from not grasping things right away, which I know is preventing me from actually succeeding!! I see advice all the time like "give yourself permission to make bad art" but... I don't actually know how to do that.

It's literally the same process as changing any other belief. Everything I put over in this post will apply. You can also try affirmations like "Making mistakes is part of the learning process," "I am allowed to make mistakes," and "making mistakes while learning is normal, actually," or whatever addresses your specific hangups.

If possible, you might try talking to a therapist to see if you're dealing with mood disorder issues, and see if maybe medication is right for you.

#answered #personal growth #growth #skill building #building skills

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pmryuu · 8 months

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Seven Association White Fang ( Collie ) done (?)

#limbus oc #collie/white fang #seven association #sprite #skill building

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system-of-a-feather · 1 year

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Btw casual coping tip and way to help try to make room for other alters is to make a checklist in the morning / before bed for the next day listing out things you (collective) want to do with the day and things you need to do and put things for the parts that are likely going to be out / want to be out / that you have better communication with

It helps whatever part is out to remember to share and make space for other parts which is super important here cause Riku always forgets so it makes it easier to remember to regularly give me my time out to do my hobbies and self care.

Its also uber helpful for skill building as well

Todays example is below

(feel free to ignore or pay attention to my music, also today is a day off and on days off these are almost more important cause Riku is prone to mindless scroll if not giving a prompt reminder to do things)

-XIV

#alter: xiv #coping #skill building #recovery #actuallydid #dissociative identity disorder

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xgungx · 7 days

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my last regret.

nothing to say really just wanted to start off with something.

#learning how to live #developing interpersonal skills #skill building #learn #techniques #skill development #painting #learn to draw #lit #lifestyle #life #art #liveblogging #life quotes

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udemycoursefree · 6 months

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tinyshe · 4 months

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Garden Report & Frugal Living 24.01.06

Happy New Year! Now that it is January, my brain jumps to tomatoes! Don't ask me why in January I want to get the tomato seeds out and start planting ... my only defense is insanity. Don't get me wrong; I have seeded tomatoes in January and had to work at keeping them warm, potting up, lots of busy work.

But right now it is too wet even if it wasn't cold! Even when its not raining, the humidly level is at 100%. I do want to organize my seed clutter. I have too many. Usually I chose one end of a grow box and just broadcast -- what grows grows and the nots will compost. This year I am going to purposely feed the wild birds my old seeds. I'll mix them in with some regular rations for them.

I started evaluating the trees between the rain storms, deciding what needs to be pruned. Once again the hazelnuts beat me to the pruning and are already putting out their catkins. I wonder with the rain if there will be any pollination. One of the trees that is giving me grief is an heirloom pear (european var.). There was a changing of hands of a favoured nursery and unfortunately the new owners were not as careful/reputable so my tree that is suppose to be on dwarf-sizing rootstock for home garden, is not. So I have this tree in a space that is too small for its big size. I've taken the centre out but its just too big. I'm contemplating taking the whole thing out as its crowding an apple and the asian pear And starting to overshadow part of a grow box. It also needs a hotter/more sunny clime than I can offer. I hate killing plants.

I'm in need of better litter for the aviary outdoor floor. With all the rain it remains sponge like. Need to find wood chips/shavings because the hay is part of the problem with keeping it cold and damp.

My frugal tip for the day can fall under the heading of 'skill building'. Choose something you are curious about or always wanted to try and do it. Keep at it until you are proficient. Look at it as a new year resolution or investing in your future but just do it. Keep with it. Master it. You never know when it may come in handy for yourself or helping others. If you master one, move on to another. You will be learning more than a skill; you will be learning self discipline, learning/exercising your brain, reaching goals, organizing your time and so much more.

#catholic gardener #garden report #frugal lilving #skill building #pruning #garden #gardening #permaculture #urban homesteading #fruit trees

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shitposthalf · 9 months

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I just realised: caring for others is a skill that can be cultivated

Like, for some people it's innate, they have that connection immediately. Others only care when there's a personal stake (like a close friendship being lost). Others feel disconnected entirely but most of the time they still get angry at other people so clearly they care on some level, it's just not developed.

I feel like a lot of the time we need to stop, take a step back, and actively think "why is this person crying" or "why has this person told me they're sad" or hell, even remind ourselves that the other person is alive too and be aware of that.

Like, reminding yourself that others exist and have feelings/wants/needs is step one to learning how to care about them. Idk

#Thoughts #Skill building #Idk man

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theblackfemininesociety · 4 months

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Ladies, we’re encouraging you to focus on skill building in 2024! 💡 Take the time to learn something new ✨

What’s something that intrigued you but you’ve been putting it off for months/years?!

If you didn’t know B.F.S is dedicating the entire month of January to breaking bad habits! (See First Step Here) in the midst of reflecting and creating the list of things that no longer serve you, we want you to think about building skills that you put off in the past as well.

It can be as simple as making a new dish or as complexed as learning a new language!

We’re encouraging each and every one of our besties to learn a new skill!

Note from our C.E.O:

“I will be buying a 4C mannequin head to learn how to do cornrolls! I’m one of the youngest in my family so I didn’t have to prioritize the skill. It’s a skill I wish I prioritized when I was younger. Now, I can’t imagine having a daughter or son and letting anyone but me touch their hair in their younger years! Even my husband might want me to braid his hair 😭 … idk ladies I want to be prepared. ”

What’s your backstory?! Let us know what you want to learn and why in the comments below. We are eager and enlightened to support you throughout your journeys!

You got this girl!

HAPPY NEW YEAR 🎊

God bless,

— The Black Feminine Society Team 💋

#2024 #Happy New Year #skill building #Boosting Proficiency #black women in luxury #classy black women #black women in femininity #black luxury #feminine energy #feminine journey #the black femininity society #hobbies

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needles-and-pins · 1 year

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Practice does make perfect

See this notch? I drilled this through a 3/16" (4.762mm) thick brass bar. Then I used tiny jeweler's files to cut and shape the metal.

I cut it to fit the tang of this knife blade, 7/32" (5.556mm) wide by 1/16" (1.5875mm) tall.

My cut is snug and straight. It's taken me two years to get a cut this tight. Practice has finally improved my craft.

It's frustratingly slow, but don't give up. You'll get better at whatever you practice.

#knifemaker #slowdissolve's knives #sharp and shiny #practice #skill building

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makegorenotlove · 2 years

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This isn't supposed to be the right way to jog mua dude.

Meh, at least he is getting better at it

#The Sims 3 #Northeney #DeShaun #gen 1 #Tragic clown #funnyshit #skill building #working out is #tragic #I'm having a panic attack #let's joke about it

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sisterdragonwithfeathers · 2 years

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Doing art but none worth sharing it’s literally just 200 circles and ovals and 50 straight-edges shapes and an unknown number of lines

#these numbers are literal #skill building #on skillshare #hopefully it’ll make my eventual art much better though!#feather rambles

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yourmentalhealthpal · 1 year

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Mental health skill-building activities are mostly goal-directed services provided by psychologists or psychiatrists to assist people with mental diseases. Visit https://yourmentalhealthpal.com/mental-health-skill-building-activities/

#mental health #skill building #skill development #self help #self care #self love #self improvement #mental health awareness #yourmentalhealthpal #motivation

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