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I’m Laura – a copywriter building a business that works with real life, not against it.

Welcome to my blog. A place where I can share my slow and intentional take on freelance life. Because hustle culture isn’t for everyone. If you put people over profit, health over burnout, and meaning over metrics – you’re in the right place.

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Proofreading 101: Common Mistakes and How to Avoid Them

We’re always on the lookout for tips that help us work smarter – and that includes polishing our…

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No, you don’t need to take a course to start your freelance business

As you can probably guess from the title, I’m taking aim at online courses today. I’m not saying…

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The Perks Of Being a Freelance Copywriter in Manchester

One of the perks of being a freelancer is that you can do your job from wherever you feel most…

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Content Marketing for Interior Designers: Popular Strategies

The challenge of capturing the essence of your creative work on a webpage is always going to be an…

Webinars, Resources And Online Courses: January 2025 Round Up

We tend to put a lot of pressure on webinars and other free resources. It’s common to expect endless…

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5 Reasons You Absolutely Shouldn’t Hire Me As A Copywriter

A huge part of staying active in this industry for so long comes down to being able to trust your…

The Left Field Way

A round-up of what’s inspiring me lately – must-reads, routines, tools, and tiny joys from life and business beyond the to-do list.

Webinars, Resources And Online Courses: January 2025 Round Up

We tend to put a lot of pressure on webinars and other free resources. It’s common to expect endless…

5 Reasons You Absolutely Shouldn’t Hire Me As A Copywriter

A huge part of staying active in this industry for so long comes down to being able to trust your…

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Coping With A Quiet Period As a Freelancer

My work has fallen into a comfortable rhythm recently, and for that I am incredibly grateful. Rather…

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WeWork Manchester: An Honest Review

I never thought I’d be the coworking type – nevermind a WeWork type. After years of working…

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The Health & Wellness Edit

Coping with illness as a freelancer

We’re currently 27 days into January 2020, and I have been ill for every day of this decade so far. It started as a tickly cough, and then developed into a sinus infection, and finally I was hit with a chest infection. It hasn’t been a fun ride so far. If I was working in…

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Creating your ideal home work environment

I’m a firm believer that your surroundings have a huge impact on your mood. When I’m feeling crummy and uninspired, I usually take a little bit of time to tidy up and I soon feel better. This is probably why I also love spending time browsing Pinterest for home work environment inspiration. Pure white surfaces, inspiring artwork…

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Whether you need thoughtful web copy, a voice that sounds just right, or content that connects without the hard sell, I can help. I work with small businesses and creative teams who care about what they put into the world.

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