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November 16, 2018

Interview: Vanessa Baxter from The Fearless Kitchen

November 16, 2018/ Jess O'Connor
Interview: Vanessa Baxter from The Fearless Kitchen

Vanessa Baxter is the founder of The Fearless Kitchen, a social enterprise that creates unique corporate cooking events and uses the proceeds to nourish Kiwi kids in need.

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Interviews, Mindset, Wise Words
Vanessa Baxter, The Fearless Kitchen, Social enterprise
November 02, 2018

Notes from a self-employed mum: Craving connection

November 02, 2018/ Jess O'Connor
Notes from a self-employed mum: Craving connection

Dear self-employed mums: consider this an open call for connection. I’d love to exchange notes.

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November 02, 2018/ Jess O'Connor/ 6 Comments
Motherhood, Freelance Life
September 05, 2018

Dear self-deprecation: I’m breaking up with you

September 05, 2018/ Jess O'Connor
Dear self-deprecation: I’m breaking up with you

Why I’m ready to stop playing small.

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Copywriting, Mindset
self-deprecation, musings
August 22, 2018

What is a changemaker?

August 22, 2018/ Jess O'Connor
What is a changemaker?

Whatever their job title, changemakers are driven by a desire to serve and make an impact.

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Copywriting
changemakers, impactful business, values, mission
August 08, 2018

Ghostwriting: Not as creepy as it sounds

August 08, 2018/ Jess O'Connor
Ghostwriting: Not as creepy as it sounds

Ghostwriting requires me to step into someone else’s shoes, look at life through their eyes, and write in a way that’s true to who they are and what they believe.

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July 08, 2018

Revisiting my word for the year: Flow

July 08, 2018/ Jess O'Connor
Revisiting my word for the year: Flow

The lesson life keeps serving up to me is: let the hard days be hard days. And flow anyway.

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Motherhood, Freelance Life
musings, Flow, intentions, goal setting, emotional agility
May 03, 2018

Book Love: Get Remarkably Organised by Lorraine Murphy

May 03, 2018/ Jess O'Connor
Book Love: Get Remarkably Organised by Lorraine Murphy

Lorraine Murphy’s latest book – Get Remarkably Organised – speaks straight to my nerdy, stationery-loving, type-A soul. An entire book dedicated to planning ahead and getting your sh*t together? Yes, please.

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April 24, 2018

Coming to terms with change as a new(ish) mother

April 24, 2018/ Jess O'Connor
Coming to terms with change as a new(ish) mother

Thoughts on motherhood, identity, and coming to terms with change.

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April 24, 2018/ Jess O'Connor/ 2 Comments
Motherhood
April 20, 2018

Interview: Erin from The Freelance Village

April 20, 2018/ Jess O'Connor
Interview: Erin from The Freelance Village

Thoughts on writing, freelancing, and leaving a lasting legacy with Erin from The Freelance Village.

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April 20, 2018/ Jess O'Connor/ 1 Comment
Interviews
Inspiration, Wise words, Business tips, Freelancing
March 25, 2018

The healing power of writing for yourself

March 25, 2018/ Jess O'Connor
The healing power of writing for yourself

I believe that writing for yourself falls into the same camp as eating well and exercising – it’s a form of self-care.

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March 25, 2018/ Jess O'Connor/ 2 Comments
February 12, 2018

Flow: My word for 2018

February 12, 2018/ Jess O'Connor
Flow: My word for 2018

I didn’t intend to pick a word for 2018, but this word kept popping into my mind, demanding to be heard. So, I listened. Here’s why I’m choosing to flow.

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Freelance Life
Flow, Musings, slow business
January 29, 2018

What I learned from taking maternity leave as a freelancer

January 29, 2018/ Jess O'Connor
What I learned from taking maternity leave as a freelancer

I'm dipping my toes back into the world of copywriting. And slowly learning to blend business with motherhood. But first, here's a reflection on what I learned from taking six months of maternity leave as a freelancer.

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Freelance Life
maternity leave, motherhood
July 25, 2017

Jess’s maternity leave: Your questions answered

July 25, 2017/ Jess O'Connor
Jess’s maternity leave: Your questions answered

I’m about to navigate the crazy-beautiful waters of new motherhood, so I’m taking a step back from the business until further notice. Here’s the lowdown on my maternity leave and when you can expect me to be back in action.

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Freelance Life
maternity leave, slow business
June 08, 2017

What is your business blogging personality type?

June 08, 2017/ Jess O'Connor
What is your business blogging personality type?

Are you an influencer, personal brand, relationship builder, problem solver, industry leader or corporate?

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June 08, 2017/ Jess O'Connor/ 2 Comments
Copywriting, Blogging
business blogging, tone of voice, branding
May 26, 2017

The slow business movement: choosing health over hustle

May 26, 2017/ Jess O'Connor
The slow business movement: choosing health over hustle

As I adjust to the pace of pregnancy, I'm embracing the 'slow business movement' and all it stands for. Here are my thoughts on stepping back, taking it slow, and prioritising health over hustle. 

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May 26, 2017/ Jess O'Connor/ 4 Comments
Freelance Life
musings, slow business, health over hustle, creative process
April 11, 2017

How every entrepreneur can become a writer

April 11, 2017/ Jess O'Connor
How every entrepreneur can become a writer

I believe every entrepreneur needs to be able to write about their business in a clear, compelling way. But what if you struggle to find the right words? Here's how you can become a well-read writer - even if you hate writing.

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Copywriting
Content Strategy, Branding, Blogging, Thought Leadership, Ghostwriting
March 16, 2017

Wise Words: Unwritten by Jack Delosa

March 16, 2017/ Jess O'Connor
Wise Words: Unwritten by Jack Delosa

A refreshing reflection on entrepreneurship, Unwritten by Jack Delosa explores what it means to live a life on purpose. Here's what I learned.

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Wise Words
Business Books, Learning, Book Review
January 12, 2017

How to stand out in a crowded blogging space

January 12, 2017/ Jess O'Connor
How to stand out in a crowded blogging space

Think there's no room for a new blogger on the scene? Think again. Here's my philosophy on turning heads in a crowded blogging space.

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Copywriting
Blogging, Branding
November 21, 2016

The moment I discovered I could be a writer

November 21, 2016/ Jess O'Connor
The moment I discovered I could be a writer

When I was 14, I won a radio competition that changed my life - and made me realise that pursuing a writing career wasn't a pipedream, but a perfectly realistic goal. 

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November 21, 2016/ Jess O'Connor/ Comment
Copywriting
October 26, 2016

Introducing Hayley Clark

October 26, 2016/ Jess O'Connor
Introducing Hayley Clark

Hayley Clark is a Kiwi freelance copywriter currently living in Whistler, Canada. She contracts for Made of Words on a casual basis, in between chasing powder, missing New Zealand coffee, and writing clever things for her many lucky clients.

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October 26, 2016/ Jess O'Connor/ Comment
Freelance Life, Copywriting
Interview
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