business buzz 1-29-11

A weekly roundup of craft, design, and business related news and links.

Simple Ways To Prevent Creative Burnout – We’ve been there.  We love what we do but something is holding us back.  Here are some ideas to keep your creative mojo flowing.

The 6 Essential Steps to Writing a Killer Press Release – The press release is NOT dead!  It can help you spread your message and drive traffic where you want.

7 Habits of Serious Writers – Great tips to improve your writing, but if you change “write” to “make” and “read ” to “look at other artists’ work” you can use these tips for your own creative endeavors.

Three Ways You Can Benefit from a Cross-Over Product – Yes, I’ve given many posts about defining your niche and sticking with it.  But sometimes you need an infusion of new blood and a crossover product may be just what you need to find new customers.

10 Surefire Ways To Live Below Your Full Potential – Which of these excuses do you use to keep your business from progressing?

Is Your Online Shop Actually Ready for Marketing? – If your online store is not 100% ready for visitors, you are wasting your time money and energy by trying to attract visitors you can’t accommodate.

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