Posts made in February 2020

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LaLaLa Festival 2020

Simple Plan, Tori Kelly, Aurora, and more surprises from Indonesia’s Biggest International Forest Music Festival

As if it never ceases to surprise the public, LaLaLa Festival is loyal to its promise to announce the lineup of its performers in a unique way. Continuously, The Group and The Imaginary Boys as the organizer, continue took a surprising step in announcing his lineup with a little game on his Instagram account @ lalala.fest. LaLaLa Festival announces a series of new lineups that will be staging an action at the upcoming LaLaLa Festival 2020, precisely on 18-19 April 2020. The largest International Forest Music Festival in Indonesia will once again take place at Orchid Forest Cikole, Lembang-Bandung, which is famous for its natural beauty.Having previously been successful in attracting public attention for successfully confirming the presence of Tori Kelly, Heize, and Jeff Bernat, where the LaLaLa Festival was honored to be the first stage in Indonesia to be visited by Ms. Kelly, singer with 2 Grammy trophies in 2019 in the category of Best Gospel Album and Best Gospel Performance / Song. Do not stop there, LaLaLa Festival returns surprised Indonesian music lovers with the announcement of Simple Plan, Aurora and Shinichi Osawa (Mondo Grosso) as the next international lineup.Simple Plan is a phenomenal name in the pop-pink music industry, especially for those born in the decade of the 90s. First formed in 1999 Simple Plan managed to bewitch his fans with neat and timeless songs starting from “Welcome To My Life”, “Jetlag”, to “Perfect”, all of them still ringing closely in the ears of their fans.

Meanwhile, Aurora who was born with the full name Aurora Aksnes is a Norwegian musician who released her first EP in 2015. The song titled “Into the Unknown” which became the soundtrack of the film “Frozen 2″ managed to get a nomination at the eventprestigious Academy Awards. Often associated with forests and nature through their life stories and music, many Aurora fans think that LaLaLa Festival is the perfect stage for this eccentric musician.”We take into account everything in the selection of the lineup, including we will always involve the audience in determining who will be a performer at the LaLaLa Festival 2020. Not only up to here, we will continue to provide other surprises”, said Carmel Puma as the Founder of LaLaLa Festival and The Group. Not only the three international performers above, the series of homeland viewers who were also announced in the past two days will also certainly celebrate the upcoming LaLaLa Festival 2020 – starting from Maw & Wang, Vutura Mantra, Svmmerdose, Reality Club, Amygdala, Stars & Rabbit, Petra, Sal Priadi, Danilla, until Kunto Aji.
 

As a music festival that also marks the first appearance of several performers in Southeast Asia and Indonesia, many fans have been securing their tickets since the beginning of the sale. With Presale 2 running out, LaLaLa Festival reopens Presale 3 ticket sales to satisfy fans who have run out of tickets before. Through the website www.lalalafest.com, fans can buy tickets for 2 days for Rp 750,000, -, what a pleasant surprise considering various international scale performers who have confirmed their presence at this music festival.\Not yet finished there, LaLaLa Festival said that there are still many international and local performers that will be announced at a later date. Since the announcement of the lineup used by LaLaLa Festival this time is unusual, don’t hesitate to follow the LaLaLa Festival Instagram account at @ lalala.fest for more information!

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Sam Smith – To Die For

On Friday, February 14, Capitol Records will release Sam Smith’s new single, “To Die For.” Opening with a sample from the 2001 cult film Donnie Darko, the new track pairs soaring strings and evocative piano with Smith’s distinctive vocals and the plaintive confession, “I just want somebody to die for.”

“Releasing this song is going to be a wild one – I feel like it’s from one of the deepest parts of me,” explains Sam Smith. “I wrote this with Jimmy Napes and Stargate in L.A. during a time of self-discovery and heartbreak. This is for all the lonely hearts out there on another Valentine’s Day xx.”

The global superstar’s previous collaboration with Napes and Stargate, 2017’s “Too Good At Goodbyes,” is certified 4x Platinum in the U.S. and has attained more than one billion streams on Spotify. “To Die For” follows Smith’s trio of 2019 releases – “How Do You Sleep,” which has amassed over 600 million streams worldwide, “I Feel Love,” a cover of Donna Summer’s disco classic and Smith’s collaboration with Normani, “Dancing with a Stranger,” which has sold more than 10 million units and racked up over two billion streams worldwide. A No. 1 airplay hit in the U.S. & U.K., “Dancing with a Stranger” achieved Platinum status in 19 countries, including the U.S., where it is certified 2x Platinum.

Since the release of their 2014 debut album, In The Lonely Hour, Sam Smith has sold over 25 million adjusted albums worldwide. They have won four GRAMMY Awards®, an Oscar, a Golden Globe and three BRIT Awards. Smith’s sophomore album, The Thrill Of It All, debuted at No. 1 on the Billboard 200 in 2017 and also topped the charts in the U.K, Ireland, New Zealand, Norway, Sweden, the Netherlands and Belgium. Rolling Stone awarded The Thrill Of It All four stars. 

*Photo by Walter Pfeiffer

RAP ICON EARNS FIFTH NO. 1 ALBUM



Funeral succeeds because it refocuses Wayne’s energy on the basic elements of rap, before building back in that delirious extra layer.” – GQ

“Weezy is back in the booth and cruising, experimenting with an array of styles and a dizzying maze of wordplay.” – Pitchfork
 NEW YORK (February 10, 2020) – Lil Wayne’s highly anticipated 13th solo studio album, Funeral, debuted at No. 1 on the U.S. Billboard 200 Chart. Released via Young Money Records/Republic Records,Funeral marks Wayne’s 5th No. 1 album on the U.S. Billboard 200 Chart, joining Tha Carter V (2018), Tha Carter IV (2011), I Am Not a Human Being (2010) and Tha Carter III (2008).

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The album contains 24 tracks, as well as star-studded features from Big Sean, 2 Chainz, Lil Baby, The-Dream, XXXTentacion, Jay Rock, Takeoff, Adam Levine, O.T. Genasis and Lil Twist. As a tribute to Kobe Bryant, the 8th track, “Bing James,” ends with a 24-second moment of silence.

Following the album’s release, Wayne shocked audiences when he performed Lenny Kravitz’s “Are You Gonna Go My Way” as a robot on the season premiere of The Masked Singer, which aired following the Super Bowl. Watch the reveal HERE. Wayne also stopped by The Tonight Show with Jimmy Fallon to deliver a high-energy performance of “Dreams” (watch HERE), as well as participate in a hilarious game of Virtual Reality Pictionary alongside Claire Danes, Lana Candor and Fallon (watch HERE).

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Top 10 college mistakes to avoid

Though the first year of college does not require you to take complex subjects and write a dissertation, you may find it surprisingly difficult as compared to your last high school year. In most colleges, the freshmen curriculum has plenty of subjects, and teachers’ expectations seem to exceed students’ abilities. However, your academic performance can be better than you think. To realize how much you can achieve as a freshman, try to avoid these common mistakes most people make when entering college or university. 

Skipping classes repeatedly

This is a major temptation for all students living on campus. When there is no one out there to control you, it is easy to skip all morning classes and attend just the ones you like. At first, some teachers may seem quite tolerant of student absences. However, you may regret skipping classes when it comes to tests or exams. Of course, it may be wise to skip a class occasionally after having a big party or spending a long night studying. Just make sure it does not happen often. 

Ignoring time management

When there are many things to do, you need to utilize at least some time-management techniques. Even though the first year is merely an introduction to college life, the pressure in academic subjects is crushing. Now, you have to decide what tasks are a top priority and how much time you can devote to each of them. 

Avoiding communication with teachers

All the teachers at college are new to a freshmen. Most of them devote some time to students who are willing to ask questions. Sometimes, it is the only way to make teacher’s instructions clear. So, take an opportunity to communicate with your teacher. It may help you write better papers and escape conflicts in your college life. 

Wasting money

If this is the first time you have lived on your own, you may go off budget. Now you have to pay for housing, cover your educational needs, and still have money for eating nutritiously. So, you need to make your monthly budget and decide how much you can spend on what. Keep your expenses under control, and you will save more time and energy for what is most important to you. 

Living off campus

There is nothing wrong with living at your parents’ place if your college is situated in your hometown. However, if you need to take a long daily commute, it would be better to move to campus. This way you will save precious time for studying, fun activities, and essential rest. Wasting a few hours on commute every day can kill your ambitious plans and deprive you of energy. 

Oversharing student life on social media

Many freshmen find their new experiences exciting. Still, be careful about what you put on social media. Always think about how your teachers or your future employers would react to your Facebook or Instagram profile. Despite privacy policies, what’s posted on the web can become more public than you may want. 

Depriving yourself of sleep

It happens to all students and everyone else. Nevertheless, studying all night long can kill your performance in a long-term prospect. Do not forget to take care of your health. Try to get as much sleep as you need. Remember that your daily productivity as well as your ability to enjoy life depends on how well-rested you are.

Not asking for help

No doubt, a freshman’s life is more difficult than people expect. Still, many students decide to cope with all their assignments alone. While it is good to be ambitious, it would be even better to learn to delegate your tasks. Ask RapidEssay to complete English 101 essays for you. Decide with your roommates who does what in the dorm. Asking for help is an essential skill that will help you immensely to get through your adult life.

Taking on too much

Besides home assignments and daily chores, your college life is full of fun activities. In participating too much, you can easily exhaust yourself and overlook some important tasks. At first, you can find yourself capable of doing many of the things that you like, but over time, you will see that you are ignoring your less than favorite, but still very important, tasks on a daily basis. 

Staying secluded more than necessary 

Clearly, not all people enjoy new challenges, social events, and stepping out of their comfort zone. If you are one of them, you may find yourself constantly hiding at home, doing the bare minimum of tasks you are expected to complete. In such a case, you are probably missing useful opportunities and potentially interesting activities. Try to take part in some campus events every now and then. As you stop fearing over-exhaustion, you will see many things that may interest you around school. Try one or two of them as they can be an enriching experience.

These are 10 common mistakes that either diminish our productivity or add more trouble to our lives as freshmen. By refraining from these compulsions, you may find it easier to perform well and actually enjoy your college life. 

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Best Flooring Options For Your Home And How To Choose The Perfect One

Perhaps the hardest and most painstaking challenge when decorating your home is the task of choosing the right flooring, and it can seem like a daunting task. To do so, you have to combine your taste with careful thinking about the aspect of practicality during the process. It is one of the main parts of your house, it is a place where you walk, sit, and stand, where your loved ones roam around, it is a place where your kids play, and it is a place where you watch your kids grow up. Thus it deserves all the extra attention and effort that it requires.

Choosing the right floor for your house is more than just the perfect aesthetics, there are several other factors that should influence your decision, including durability, required maintenance, and the potential value it can add to your house in case you decide to sell it. Flooring is not something you change every day, and when you are choosing the right flooring for your house, you should ideally be looking for something that will last you a lifetime. Fortunately, there are more flooring options available than ever. Let’s have a look at some of them along with their pros and cons so that it gets easier for you to choose.

Flooring options

Carpet

Carpet flooring offers warmth and softness that is unmatched by other types of flooring. It is also available in a wide variety of colors, patterns, and textures, making it perhaps the most versatile style option of flooring. Due to new innovations in carpet flooring like the synthetic fiber carpets, the age-old problem of stains has also been solved as these modern carpets are resistant to them. The natural alternative with the desired resilience, durability, and comfort is the wool carpet.

Carpet flooring has many advantages. Firstly, no other option can beat the range of style, color, and pattern options that carpets offer. These options are virtually endless. Secondly, they have the ability to absorb sound and act as sound insulators. Thirdly, they are relatively easier to replace. Fourthly, they also insulate your feet from the concrete.

There are a few disadvantages related to carpet flooring too. Firstly, unlike other surfaces, carpets are stained more easily, and spills are harder to clean. Secondly, unless vacuumed regularly, they can store dust and allergen. Thirdly, they are prone to water and moisture damage.

Vinyl

Vinyl is a flooring material that has commercial applications and is usually seen in commercial places. It is preferred for commercial applications because it has the properties of being cleaned with ease, it is low-maintenance, and it is economical. It also offers a wide array of color choices and patterns. Many vinyl choices offer durability and texture choices by incorporating technology. Karndean is a luxury vinyl flooring brand and is an example of good quality vinyl flooring. Karndean is an excellent alternative to wood flooring as it can have the same look being made with a textured surface, and the expense of installing a Karndean floor is much smaller than that of installing a wooden floor.

Vinyl flooring offers many advantages. Firstly and most importantly it is affordable and offers excellent value for money. Secondly, its maintenance is easy and thus saves money, time, and effort. Thirdly, it can be laid in a seamless manner determined by the size and layout of the room.

There are a few disadvantages, too, that come along with vinyl flooring. Firstly, if you are an eco-friendly customer, the bad news for you is that vinyl flooring is not exactly as eco-friendly as you might want it to be when compared with other choices as it is not made from sustainable materials. Secondly, it is very easy for vinyl flooring to get tears and cuts when heavy objects are dragged on the floor. Thirdly, the heat tolerance of vinyl flooring is low, and it can get burnt.

Wood

Arguably the most beautiful, aesthetically pleasing, and desirable flooring option amongst them all is wood, as it has been for hundreds of years. It has stood the test of time because of its durability, character, and insulation. It is also a very versatile option as there are a plethora of options to choose from – Teak, Oak, Hickory, Maple, Jatoba, American Chestnut, and the list goes on. Within this category of flooring, you can choose between engineered wood and solid wood.

Wood flooring has numerous advantages which have made it an age-old preference for home flooring. Firstly, it is very durable and lasts a long time, given it is properly maintained. Secondly, it has the quality of being renewable. Thirdly, when you take into perspective its renewability, it becomes an economical choice in the long run. Fourthly, it offers diverse style choices.

Opting for wood can also have a few disadvantages. Firstly, wood flooring can develop creaks and squeaks over time. Secondly, liquid and moisture can cause damage to wood flooring. Thirdly, certain types of wood can be prone to damage by the sun.

Tile

Tile flooring is durable, lasts a long time, compatible with in-floor radiating systems, and practically offers an endless range of style and design options. Tile flooring comes with many advantages. Firstly, the choices you have for styles, colors, and textures are infinite. Secondly, it is a very long-lasting and durable option. Thirdly, it is very easy to maintain. Fourthly, it is cost-effective in the long run.

Along with the advantages, tile flooring also has its disadvantages. Firstly, it has less cushion and can break items dropped on it. Secondly, it can be a cold surface to stand on in the winter. Thirdly, glossy and smooth finishes in tile flooring can cause it to be slippery, especially when it is wet and thus can present a hazard.

What should you consider?

In order to choose the perfect flooring for your house, you need to take a few things into consideration. Firstly you need to determine whether the flooring will be in a high moisture area or not, and choose the material accordingly. Secondly, if the floor is to be used by children and pets, more durable material is needed. Thirdly, you need to determine your budget and choose accordingly. Fourthly, you need to take into account the maintenance you can provide and then choose a high or low maintenance floor accordingly.

Conclusion

Flooring is a very important part of your house so you need to put extra thought into what you’re choosing. Luckily for you, with so many options available, you’re bound to find something you like!

What flooring do you have at your house and why? Let us know in the comments below!

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FILM INDEPENDENT SPIRIT AWARDS × JLO × BULLEIT

As the latest stop on its nationwide-tour of the Bulleit 3D Printed Frontier Experience, Bulleit brought its 3D Printed Bar, some of the world’s first 3D printed cocktails and a Bulleit NEON in A Bottle, film-inspired art installation by the ‘Neon Queen’ Lisa Schulte to the Film Independent Spirit Awards in Santa Monica today Saturday, February 8th.
 
Now in its 35th year, the Film Independent Spirit Awards is an acclaimed award show that brought together the most boundary-pushing talent from this past year’s independent films across the globe including Hustlers, Parasite, Uncut Gems, Marriage Story, Waves, Honey Boy, Luce + more.

We’re all rooting for Jennifer Lopez.

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PLS&TY x Sean Kingston New Track

VISIONARY DJ PLS&TY RELEASES NEW UPBEAT SINGLE “VERY SPECIAL” FT. SEAN KINGSTON

PLS&TY revolutionizes electronic dance music with “Island Pop” icon, Sean Kingston in his first single of the year.

Electronic dance music DJ and producer, PLS&TY teams up with pop-culture icon Sean Kingston for his first 2020 single, “Very Special” set to release February 7th, 2020 on all digital streaming platforms.

This track is the first of four singles included in his very first EP. It sets off his singles release chain and leads the way for the rest of his EP like a trailblazing fire. “Very Special” is an island-electro-hybrid that brings together the reminiscent vocals of Sean Kingston and the “summery vibe” mix, signature to PLS&TY.

“Very Special” circulates on the audience’s feeling of either remembering or creating very special memories. Sean Kingston’s vocals play a major role in this tropical vibe summer track that will definitely be a favorite of the year. The track is a perfect mashup of Future Bass and the island melodies that Sean Kingston never disappoints with.

PLS&TY: “I’ve simply been a fan of Sean Kingston ever since I heard “Beautiful Girls” on the radio years ago. His single “Take You There” is also one of my personal favorite records of all time. It came about via connecting over email and him enjoying the instrumental that we sent over. I see this song and EP as a true embodiment and showcasing of the PLS&TY brand as a whole — spreading ‘good vibes’ and a positive message, with a mantra rooted in ‘minding your manners’”.

Sean Kingston: “PLS&TY is a great artist and I really enjoy his feel-good music. I always do lively, happy music, and love it more than anything! It was fun to collaborate with an artist from a different genre with the same vibe and vision. This is for the fans!”

“Very Special ft Sean Kington” follows PLS&TY’s 2019 creation of an 8-minute long short film for his Run Wild / Feeling Forever double-single (collectively 20 million+ streams) that has been nominated at multiple international film festivals.

He also has had a busy festival season in 2019 of some 10 plus festivals including Shaky Beats, Breakaway, Electric Forest, EDC Vegas, and more. In this year, 2020 will see PLS&TY stepping into his own with the “Very Special EP,” amongst confirmed performances at the renowned Bonnaroo Music & Arts Festival and more.

Over the last year, Sean released “summer anthem” hit tracks such as “Peace of Mind” with Tory Lanez and Davido, and “How Many Times” with Afro Bros. Currently, he is busy preparing new music to be released including his EP “Made in Jamaica” in 2020. As an in-demand songwriter, Sean has also been working with stars including T.I., Wiz Khalifa, and Chris Brown.

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GUCCI × LION’S SHARE FUND

Gucci, one of the world’s leading luxury fashion brands, has joined The Lion’s Share Fund, a unique initiative raising much-needed funds to tackle the crisis in nature, biodiversity and climate across the globe. 

Led by the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) and a coalition of businesses and UN partners, the Fund aims to raise over $100 million per year within the next five years for animal conservation, biodiversity and climate by asking brands to contribute 0.5% of their media spend every time an animal is featured in their advertisements.

Achim Steiner, UNDP Administrator, said: “This partnership with Gucci marks the continuing evolution of this innovative fund, which provides a unique opportunity for brands across all industries to join forces and help preserve and protect biodiversity across the globe. Wildlife populations are half the size they were just 50 years ago, and their habitats and ecosystems are destroyed at an unprecedented rate due to human activity. The Lion’s Share is an idea that is as innovative as it is simple – and it makes a real impact on wildlife conservation.”

Marco Bizzarri, President and CEO of Gucci, said: “The Lion’s Share Fund is an important addition to our conservation strategy. Nature and wildlife provide Gucci with inspired creation that is an integral part of our narrative through our collections and campaigns. With the increasing threats to the planet’s biodiversity, groundbreaking initiatives like The Lion’s Share Fund have the potential to be transformative by organically connecting the business community with direct action to protect our natural habitats and most threatened species.” Bizzarri continued “In a similar way, since 2018, Gucci has been totally carbon neutral across our supply chain and we offset our remaining emissions every year through REDD+, which protects critical forests and biodiversity around the world.”

Launched in September 2018, the Fund is already having an impact, providing a grant to improve critical radio systems for law enforcement officers protecting wildlife in Mozambique’s Niassa Nature Reserve and helping reduce the elephant poaching rate to zero, and providing a grant to help secure land for endangered orangutans, elephants and tigers in North Sumatra in Indonesia.

Animals appear in approximately 20 per cent of all advertisements in the world, yet despite this, animals do not always receive the support they deserve. The Lion’s Share gives brands the opportunity to take urgent and significant action and play their part in protecting our planet.

For more information, visit TheLionsShareFund.com.

Lisa x Lena Sneaker Launch

Internationally followed German social media stars and GenZ opinion leaders, Lisa and Lena, who have amassed over 15 million followers on Instagram, hosted a one-day-only unique pop-up in Downtown Los Angeles to celebrate the launch of BUFFALO’s much-anticipated J1mo71 sneaker collaboration.

The well-received event featured the new Buffalo J1mo71, guests anxiously waiting to meet with the celebrated Instagram stars, a colorful candy bar and pancakes by Get Caked LA, DJ tunes by Ben 10k and Ben Senseless, and a mural wall by Cori Alsbrooks. Guests of the launch event included Katie Ritzi (@xkflyaway), skater Hilary Shanks (@hilaryshankss), and Haivyn Sanches (@haivyndaisy). Throughout the day, guests enjoyed writing inspiring messages on the mural wall, taking photos and talking with Lisa and Lena, eating eye-catching pancake art, and dancing to great music.

Inspired by the 90s, the three BUFFALO sneaker styles the twins Lisa and Lena have created are showing up with a chunky sole as well as in an all over denim look, in neon colors and with reflective elements. The collaboration with the twins marks the highlight of BUFFALOs #NOTLIKED campaign which started in 2019 and celebrates self love and authenticity.

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How to Improve Creative Writing Skills in English: Tips from Experts

Strong creative writing skills can bring you a lot of benefits and even profits. 

For example, they are crucial for crafting better and professional essays (though some students turn to academic essay writing services e.g. CustomWritings and never bother their heads about it) 

Another big benefit of great writing skills is that they can help you land a profitable job. Good content writers and copywriters are in great demand now. 

Anyways, in this blog, we’ve listed amazing tips on how you can improve your writing skills. 

Read a Lot of Books 

Why is reading important? It improves your writing. It gives you fresh ideas and inspiration. It serves you as an example of how you can write. It enriches your vocabulary. It shows how other writers use metaphors, stories, neologisms, etc. 

It unlocks your mind to do the same. If you want to improve your creative writing skills, you should read a lot. Choose books that appeal to you. Make a reading list. Execute it. 

Make Writing Your Daily Habit 

Habits are very powerful. They can make or break your life. That’s why it’s very important to eliminate bad habits and cultivate good ones. For example, instead of watching Netflix you can make writing your daily habit and benefit from it.  

Start small. Set the goal of writing at least 500 words a day. Write about the things that you like. Don’t skip it. Write every day even if you don’t feel like. If it’s challenging for you to write 500 words, write at least 200 words. It’s better than skipping it altogether. 

Once you write 30 days in the raw, it will give you a great feeling that you can deal with the challenge. It will boost your confidence in your writing skills. Motivate yourself to do this. Think big. The best way of mastering your writing skills is practice.  Once you master them writing can become a source of income for you as you can land a good writing job. 

Here’s another benefit. It’ll be easier for you to complete your essays and writing assignments. 

Master the Art of Storytelling 

The ability to tell a good story is crucial for any kind of creative writing. Storytelling can bring your copy, content or essay to a new level if you learn how to integrate it smoothly into your piece of writing. 

The reason behind this lies in the fact that everybody likes stories. For centuries, people have been telling each other stories and learning from them. 

A story creates an emotional bond between you and your readers. Nowadays storytelling is widely used in advertising. 

Pixar team is full of true masters of storytelling. If you’d like to learn from them, we recommend you check this free course

Participate in Writing Competitions 

There are various online writing competitions out there. Some of them grant some set amount of cash as a prize. Some contests can land you a scholarship. 

So, it can be a good idea to search for these writing competitions and participate in them. Not only they help you master your writing but also they give you an opportunity for an additional income.  

Write Essays on Topics That You Like  

Choose the topic that is interesting for you and write an essay on it. Do it once or 2 times a month. Do it for fun. It will improve your research and writing skills sufficiently. 

Start Your Own Blog  

Choose a niche that appeals to you. Don’t go too broad. For example, instead of cooking, it’s better to choose cooking for busy moms. Do detailed research to see what’s already been done. Think about how you can monetize blogging. There are 3 main ways to do this: 

  • Affiliate program. 
  • Adsense or putting banners of other companies/products on your site.
  • Collecting emails and selling your own product to your subscribers. 

Start to blog weekly. You can use WordPress for free to do this. 

Write Engaging Posts on Social Media 

You can start posting meaningful posts on social media. Instead of using Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, YouTube, etc. for having fun, you can use them to write posts that are useful for other people. 

In this way, you can master your writing skills, build a loyal audience, and monetize on it later. 

Subscribe to a Newsletter  

If you are dead serious about improving your writing skills, we recommend you subscribe to CopyHackers newsletter or follow Jeff Goins. They will send you tons of useful free content that will help you master your writing. 

Take Online Course on Writing  

There are dozens of writing courses online now. There are both free and paid courses. So, you can find and take free courses if you are short of money. Though usually the best courses are paid ones. 

Get a Freelance Writing Job to Practice Your Skills and Earn Some Cash 

After taking a writing course, you can be more confident in your writing skills. Why not try to land a writing job or gig? 

There are many options. You can apply for in-house positions. You can go to freelance platforms like UpWork. You can find content writing agencies and contact them directly. 

Conclusion  

Here you go! Now, you are fully loaded with awesome tips and resources to improve your writing. Use them. Go ahead and take action!