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Journalists give lessons on writing simpler
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Journalists give lessons on writing simpler

melissajavan
August 28, 2017
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I’ve been a journalist for almost ten years and I’m still learning. I spoke to two journalism colleagues about how they’ve bettered their writing skills and today I’m sharing their lessons with you. Before I share their lessons, here’s mine:…

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Ideas to help you start blogging – Tips for when you are doing it for the first time
An Entrepreneur's Guide Content Marketing/ Writing Tips

Ideas to help you start blogging – Tips for when you are doing it for the first time

melissajavan
June 5, 2017
9

I recently attended a Lionesses of Africa breakfast event. It was a space for female entrepreneurs to network with each other and to learn about several (speakers) successful businesswomen’s journeys. My first time at @LionessesA #LionessesLeanIn 🙂 Very excited! #SBIncubator…

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The #1 Reason That Prevents Me From Becoming An Author
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The #1 Reason That Prevents Me From Becoming An Author

melissajavan
January 16, 2017
3

“There is no greater agony than bearing an untold story inside of you.” – Maya Angelou I’ve had this story inside of me for less than a year. This year my goal is to pen it down. I am sure…

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Q&A: Reasons why I’m a writer and what am I writing about
Diaries of a Journalist

Q&A: Reasons why I’m a writer and what am I writing about

melissajavan
November 18, 2016
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Hello ladies and gentlemen, The Blog Tag network on Facebook has a “Writing” theme this week. I thought, because I am a writer by profession (and it’s my passion), I’ll let you in on a few things about myself. I…

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My Bucket List: The 3 Things I Already Have Ticked Off
An Entrepreneur's Guide Diaries of a Journalist

My Bucket List: The 3 Things I Already Have Ticked Off

melissajavan
November 14, 2016
1

Ever felt like time stood still? I remember my colleagues and I joking one day about how it felt like two hours later the clock said that only 5 minutes passed. On Thursday 10 November 2016 I had the opportunity…

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An Entrepreneur's Guide

Lessons learned from South African artists + my roadtrip

melissajavan
September 30, 2016
2

My family – myself, husband and our nine month old baby – drove from Johannesburg to Cape Town for a few gigs (shows and workshops). WHY THE ROADTRIP My husband is a musician and composer. This roadtrip is taking place…

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