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C.J. Hayden

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Nonfiction author. Writing mentor and business coach to self-employed professionals and creatives. Posts on writing, getting sh*t done, and how to survive and thrive as a solo pro. More at cjhayden.com

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C.J. Hayden @cjhayden.bsky.social · Jun 9

Announcing my new book! The Facilitator's Guide to Overcoming the Fear of Self-Promotion. Now you can lead #coaching and training programs to help your self-employed clients and students overcome fear of #marketing and #sales.

Facilitator's Guide to Overcoming the Fear of Self-Promotion - C.J. Hayden

FACILITATOR’S GUIDE TO OVERCOMING THE FEAR OF SELF-PROMOTION Lead this Road-Tested Program for Your Clients, Students, or Book Group by C.J. Hayden Available in Paperback, PDF, Kindle, or ePub Coach,…

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C.J. Hayden @cjhayden.bsky.social · 10h

You're invited to join the writers and artists contributing to: REFUGE: Voices of Courage & Resilience in a World Gone Mad. This new anthology by Cathy Krizik, author of 52 Reasons for Hope, seeks submissions from writers, poets, essayists, and artists of all kinds.

Writers and Artists: A Call for Submissions

You're invited to join the writers and artists contributing to: REFUGE: Voices of Courage & Resilience in a World Gone Mad.

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People ask #writers "Where do you get your ideas?" The prolific writer gets them everywhere. #writing #inspiration

Prolific Writers and Creators Ask Questions - C.J. Hayden

We self-employed professionals and creatives are always generating new stuff. We write blog posts, develop courses, and generate copy for our websites and emails. Some of us create unique work on…

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C.J. Hayden @cjhayden.bsky.social · 4d

Capture your expertise in a format that allows clients to sample it before hiring you: videos, blog posts, a book. #marketing #sales #BizDevel

Persistent, Consistent Follow-Up Pays Off - Get Clients Now!

Let's call my client Sandy. She was first referred to me by an instructor in the professional training program she was taking. (Hint #1: Develop referral partnerships with other businesses and…

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C.J. Hayden @cjhayden.bsky.social · 8d

"Every single day of my writing life is an exercise in either overcoming, or succumbing to, procrastination... But then, finally... it is more difficult and painful not to write than to write." #writing #writers #quote

C.J. Hayden @cjhayden.bsky.social · 10d

That uncomfortable feeling that your work isn't "good enough" is what keeps you trying -- which is a good thing. #writing #writers #WritingTips

Do You Ever Think Your Work Isn't Good Enough? - C.J. Hayden

As a self-employed professional or creative, you’re creating new stuff all the time. You may write blog posts, design courses, produce marketing copy, craft speeches, create designs for clients,…

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C.J. Hayden @cjhayden.bsky.social · 12d

Join me for Get It Written Day! On Oct 10, use the power of co-working to get your stuff (blog, book, course, etc.) written. #writing #writers #blogging

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C.J. Hayden @cjhayden.bsky.social · 14d

Does the Get Clients Now! system still work in the digital #marketing age? Yep. And this is why. #sales #BizDevel

Why the Get Clients Now! System Still Works - Get Clients Now!

Readers and students who are thinking about dusting off their Get Clients Now! book and working the program again often ask me: “Is the Get Clients Now! system still effective now that so much…

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C.J. Hayden @cjhayden.bsky.social · 16d

"Darn it, it's my #writing day, and I didn’t sleep well last night. Maybe I shouldn't write today." Is this you? Read this post. #writers #WritingTips

When Is It Okay to Write Badly? - C.J. Hayden

“Darn it, it’s my writing day, and I didn’t sleep well last night. Now I’ll be tired, and my thinking won’t be sharp. Maybe I should just forget about writing today. I don’t want to take the chance…

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C.J. Hayden @cjhayden.bsky.social · 18d

Getting help may be just what you need to buy yourself enough time to expand your business. #SmallBizTips #entrepreneur #profitability

Is It Time to Get Help with Your Business? - C.J. Hayden

As a self-employed professional or creative, you’re used to doing most things on your own. But there will likely come a time when the assistance of others could help your business grow, and help you…

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C.J. Hayden @cjhayden.bsky.social · 21d

Every business owner needs a little inspiration now and then. #motivation #SmallBiz #marketing

Get Ready to be Inspired - Get Clients Now!

It's natural to become contemplative when one year ends and another begins, and look back at what you've accomplished over the previous year. Unfortunately, this can also become a time to look at…

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C.J. Hayden @cjhayden.bsky.social · 23d

"You're typing a short story, or an article, or some other #writing project, when suddenly - ping! You get a text message..." Distraction is everywhere. So what can you do? #writers #productivity

I Was Interrupted While Writing This - C.J. Hayden

Modern always-connected life wasn’t designed for the professional or creative who needs to focus. It’s almost as if there is an internet-based conspiracy to interfere with your most important work.…

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C.J. Hayden @cjhayden.bsky.social · 25d

We're almost 3/4 of the way through 2025. How are your #goals for the year looking? It may be time to either a) celebrate, b) change what you're doing, or c) adjust your goals. #motivation #productivity

C.J. Hayden @cjhayden.bsky.social · 29d

Most self-employed pros experience times when it gets hard to keep moving forward with their business agenda. Then what? #coaches #consultants #freelancers

How to Keep Your Business Up When You Feel Down - C.J. Hayden

Self-employment has no shortage of ups and downs. When a well-paying client suddenly quits, or your marketing doesn’t seem to be working, or your laptop goes kerflooey, it’s easy to become…

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C.J. Hayden @cjhayden.bsky.social · Sep 17

Why do bright, talented, hard-working professionals waste energy on #marketing activities that lead to struggle or failure? Even when they know better. #sales #selling

How Easy Can Marketing Be? - Get Clients Now!

I often speak to groups of self-employed professionals and creatives about what works and what doesn't to get clients. We talk about the effectiveness of active, relationship-oriented strategies like…

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C.J. Hayden @cjhayden.bsky.social · Sep 15

You Don't Need Permission to Write and Publish What You Wish - C.J. Hayden

When I first started coaching aspiring business owners, I quickly discovered that many of them were lacking a certain crucial element for their success. They were waiting for someone to give them…

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C.J. Hayden @cjhayden.bsky.social · Sep 13

Everyone loves to hear stories. You should use them to talk about your business. #marketing #sales #SmallBusinessTips

How to Tell a Client Success Story - Get Clients Now!

When interacting with potential clients and referral sources, a helpful self-promotion tool is a collection of client success stories. Everyone loves to hear stories -- we find them entertaining,…

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C.J. Hayden @cjhayden.bsky.social · Sep 11

"…how do we avoid being paralyzed by fear? ...My best shot to date is to trick myself… into writing 'just a few sentences.' I know full well that 'just a few sentences,' if they are good ones, creates an entryway into a world... from which there might be no turning back." ~ Dawn Raffel #writing

C.J. Hayden @cjhayden.bsky.social · Sep 9

Should you give your #marketing a bit more time before you declare it a failure? #sales #selling

Don't Give Up Marketing Before the Miracle - C.J. Hayden

“It’s just not working,” my client said dejectedly. “I’ve been doing exactly what the experts say –- expanding my network, asking for referrals, following up, but I still have only a handful of…

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C.J. Hayden @cjhayden.bsky.social · Sep 6

I'm in it with 3 different versions of my book Get Clients Now! T'would be awesome if I got $9,000 for that. ☺️

C.J. Hayden @cjhayden.bsky.social · Sep 6

That's ONE not ON.

C.J. Hayden @cjhayden.bsky.social · Sep 6

This is good news for authors. My book Get Clients Now! is on of the many titles pirated by Anthropic.
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AI startup Anthropic agrees to pay $1.5bn to settle book piracy lawsuit

Settlement could be pivotal after authors claimed company took pirated copies of their work to train chatbots

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Lit Hub @literaryhub.bsky.social · Sep 5

Beverly Gologorsky explores the joy and vulnerability of forging friendship through writing community.

How Writing in Community Can Forge Friendships and Evoke Change

Phillip Roth once said that only a fool would sit in a room for thirty years doubting himself. Writers are indeed fools grateful for the gift of creativity despite the constant doubt. We commune m…

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C.J. Hayden @cjhayden.bsky.social · Sep 5

#Coaches, #consultants and #freelancers, if you've got stuff to write that isn't getting done, come to Get It Written Day on Sept 12, and we'll make it happen together!

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C.J. Hayden @cjhayden.bsky.social · Sep 3

Is there a different approach to following up that might make both us business owners and our contacts more comfortable? #sales #marketing #selling

If You Dread Follow-Ups, Your Prospective Clients Will Too - Get Clients Now!

The classic approach to following up with prospective clients brings some challenges with it. You may picture yourself picking up the phone to ask them some version of, “Are you ready to hire me?” Or…

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