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Hannah Swierstra | What the Tech @heywhatthetech.bsky.social · Sep 4

Sending your first email is scary, but it gets easier. What’s the worst that could happen? (Hint: it’s never as bad as you think!)

Hannah Swierstra | What the Tech @heywhatthetech.bsky.social · Sep 2

Feeling lost in your email platform? Start by reviewing your lists and tags, knowing who’s who makes everything easier!

Hannah Swierstra | What the Tech @heywhatthetech.bsky.social · Aug 30

Saturday pause: take a moment to notice the small joys—garden, sea breeze, or just your favourite mug. Rest fuels real progress. What’s your peaceful ritual or view today? Share your simple joys below. #OrkneyMoments #SolopreneurSelfCare #SaturdayEncouragement

Hannah Swierstra | What the Tech @heywhatthetech.bsky.social · Aug 29

End the week with a gentle nudge—discover my favourite tip from the free lead magnet guide. Honest stories connect best! Link in post. #LeadMagnetTips #GentleGrowth #SolopreneurSupport

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Hannah Swierstra | What the Tech @heywhatthetech.bsky.social · Aug 28

You don’t need a huge list to succeed—small, engaged subscribers can create the deepest impact. Real connection always wins!

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Looking Glass Solutions @lookingglasssols.bsky.social · Aug 27

Clear commercial direction turns good teams into great ones: shared targets, simple rules, confident decisions, better client outcomes. That’s how momentum builds.

#AskAlice #CommercialDirection #TeamClarity #ProfitFirst

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Hannah Swierstra | What the Tech @heywhatthetech.bsky.social · Aug 25

No headline news? No problem. Share a small win, a lesson, or a real-life story in your next email—these honest updates build trust and connection. What could you share this week?

Hannah Swierstra | What the Tech @heywhatthetech.bsky.social · Aug 25

Behind the scenes: My first email went out to a tiny list—complete with a typo! Progress, not perfection, is what truly counts. Got an email mishap to share?

Hannah Swierstra | What the Tech @heywhatthetech.bsky.social · Aug 24

Solopreneur Sunday: What’s your go-to reset after a busy week? Share your honest (or funny) downtime moments—bonus points for chaos!

Hannah Swierstra | What the Tech @heywhatthetech.bsky.social · Aug 23

Some Saturdays are for stillness—a mug of tea, a peaceful view, and permission to pause. Rest fuels progress. What’s your favourite way to slow down this weekend? Share your rituals or scenes below. #OrkneyMoments #RestIsProductive

Hannah Swierstra | What the Tech @heywhatthetech.bsky.social · Aug 22

Wonder how a real lead magnet gets results? Here’s the honest story and why it matters—plus the link to see for yourself. No pressure, just gentle encouragement.

Hannah Swierstra | What the Tech @heywhatthetech.bsky.social · Aug 21

Myth-buster: You don’t need fancy templates. Plain text emails can connect more deeply—your voice is what matters most.

Hannah Swierstra | What the Tech @heywhatthetech.bsky.social · Aug 19

When you’re stuck for email ideas, share a small lesson or behind-the-scenes moment. Progress beats perfection—your honest update matters!

Hannah Swierstra | What the Tech @heywhatthetech.bsky.social · Aug 17

A gentle Sunday reminder: be as kind to yourself as you would to a friend. Small steps and honest effort matter—rest is progress too. You’ve got this, one gentle step at a time. #SundayKindness #SolopreneurSupport

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Hannah Swierstra | What the Tech @heywhatthetech.bsky.social · Aug 16

Saturday in the garden: Swap your allotment tips, recipes, or hacks! What’s thriving (or not) in your patch today?

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Hannah Swierstra | What the Tech @heywhatthetech.bsky.social · Aug 16

Orkney Saturdays are made for slowing down. Whether it's a garden stroll or a quiet cuppa, slow days help recharge the solopreneur brain. How are you pausing today? Share your peaceful moments below. #SaturdaySlowDown #OrkneyLife #SolopreneurSelfCare

Hannah Swierstra | What the Tech @heywhatthetech.bsky.social · Aug 15

Behind the scenes: Most of my email ideas come from walks, sticky notes, and odd moments—not the desk! How do you capture your best ideas? Share your favourite trick below.

Hannah Swierstra | What the Tech @heywhatthetech.bsky.social · Aug 14

Myth-buster: It’s not about weekly emails, but consistency! Find a rhythm that fits you and your audience—progress is built with honest, valuable updates, not forced routines. What’s your email schedule?

Hannah Swierstra | What the Tech @heywhatthetech.bsky.social · Aug 12

Feeling stuck with your email? Try this: share one thing you learned this month—no perfection needed. Honest, simple, and a great way to connect. What will you write?

Hannah Swierstra | What the Tech @heywhatthetech.bsky.social · Aug 11

Struggling with what to send your list? Try this: jot down three common client questions and answer one in your next email—no perfection needed!

Hannah Swierstra | What the Tech @heywhatthetech.bsky.social · Aug 10

Solopreneur Sunday check-in: what’s one small win from your week? Celebrate the little victories—no achievement is too minor. Share yours below and let’s cheer each other on!

Hannah Swierstra | What the Tech @heywhatthetech.bsky.social · Aug 8

Take a peek behind the scenes of a lead magnet that actually works—real tips, gentle honesty, no tricks. Link in post.

Hannah Swierstra | What the Tech @heywhatthetech.bsky.social · Aug 7

Throwback Thursday: Remembering my early solopreneur days—kitchen-table chaos, optimism, and many lessons learned. What’s changed for you since then, and what’s stayed the same? Share your story below!

Hannah Swierstra | What the Tech @heywhatthetech.bsky.social · Aug 4

Monday’s not about perfect starts—it’s about showing up, muddy boots and all. Here’s to all the solopreneurs making it work—whatever your Monday looks like. What’s your real start-of-week scene?

Hannah Swierstra | What the Tech @heywhatthetech.bsky.social · Jul 31

What’s your tech or email win this month? Share your small (or big) victory below and inspire someone else.

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