WHAT IS MEDIA BIAS? | 5 Questions to Help You Identify Bias in a News Story
As consumers of media in the digital age, it’s our responsibility to be diligent and ask questions about our sources—and our sources’ sources. Who’s behind the words you see on the screen? Where did they get their information from? And what lens are they looking at this issue through?
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5 Easy Ways To Add Words To Your Blog Post
Whether you’re a solo blogger working on a personal essay or a copywriter looking to bulk up your latest assignment, read on for five strategies to help you add length to your blog post.
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61 Blog Post Ideas For Any Niche | Writing Prompts for Bloggers
Feeling stuck? Here are 61 blog post ideas and prompts to help you keep your content calendar full.
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What Is Media Bias? | 5 Questions To Help You Identify Bias in a News Story
If there’s one thing I’ve learned over my five years working in media, it’s that journalists are only human. And humans, as many researchers argue, are inherently biased.
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5 Pages You Need to Have On Your Blog | Pages Every Blogger Really Needs on Their Site
Whether you’re new to blogging or a seasoned online influencer, here are five pages you actually need on your blog.
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Opinion | In 2020, Winning Over Young Voters Means Mastering Social Media
SEPT. 27, 2020 | The COVID-19 pandemic gave this year’s presidential candidates the opportunity—and the time—to revamp their social media strategies and rally young voters. But did they miss their chance?
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9 Items I Keep On my Desk While Working From Home | Productivity Tools for Remote Workers and Freelancers
Whether you’re a work-at-home mom who’s looking for a little more organization in your life or a college student looking to be a little more productive when not in the library, here are 9 at-home desk essentials for productive study sessions and effective work habits.
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Stay Organized With My Due Date Spreadsheet [+FREE Printable!]
It is crucial to start the semester strong with a consistent method of tracking assignments. I started using a Due Date Spreadsheet in my first semester of college and it has helped me tremendously. It is so easily adapted that I think it can work for anyone!
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How to Bounce Back When You’re on the Verge of Burnout—Balancing School, Work + Relationships
When you’ve lost your passion and you’re not sure where to turn, it’s time to take a step back and figure out what you can do to balance everything you have going on.
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