Writers’ Roundup: July 13

TGIF!

Before we get into today’s reads, here’s a heads up that Jenny Blake is again offering her Make Sh*t Happen course, which is designed to help you turn your big dream into reality.

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Now onto links from this week!

• If you’re thinking about self-publishing, let Penelope Trunk convince you it’s the way to go.

• Heads up! You just might be in the 99 percent of people doing email marketing the wrong way. Check out these tips on BlogcastFM from marketer Ben Settle.

• Advice from The Suitcase Entrepreneur on launching a kick-ass crowdfunding campaign. One great tip: incorporate a few influential people who want to support you.

• Whether you manage your business’ social media accounts or juggle clients’ accounts as a consultant, Whitney Parker suggests a routine to help you figure out what works and what doesn’t.

• Interesting theory about who reports feeling the busiest and why that may be, from The Atlantic. I often find myself falling into the “I’m so busy” trap, and am consciously trying to fix that.

Have a great weekend!