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There's so much to learn from poetry for improving your writing.

This episode digs into the playfulness of language, but also the possibilities of repurposing writing to create new meaning.

Have you thought about the last time you picked up a book of poetry?

We know some of you write poetry.

Whether you write poetry, or not, there's a lot to learn from exploring another genre.

One of the interesting poetry styles used by Amanda Gorman is erasure, or blackout, poetry from her research of historical documents.

Are you ready to learn more?

Get ready for an opportunity to strengthen your writing when you watch today!
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This week’s episode is going to amplify what we believe so strongly here at the Inspired Writer Collective: Writing in community makes you a more productive and better writer.

We welcome our guest, Marissa Loewen, who discusses the incredible benefits writers receive when they join a community of creative minds. Marissa hosts a virtual space for entrepreneurs, business owners, and writers. There’s no need to create in isolation.

When you join a community, you’ll find yourself getting closer to the finish line of your project through accountability and collaboration.

As a writer, you also have the privilege of being in community with your readers. It’s an inspiring insight from this week’s podcast about the moment someone reads your words that you’ve created a community.

If you’ve been wondering about whether or not you should join a writing group, or online writing community, this episode is the nudge you need to take the leap.

Introducing Marissa Loewen

Marissa Loewen's entrepreneurial journey began long before most even contemplated their first job. As a precocious elementary school student, she identified a simple yet impactful need among her classmates - cold milk at lunchtime. With the resourcefulness that would come to define her career, Marissa established her first business: a milk counter serving chilled refreshments to grateful peers. This early venture was just the first spark of Marissa's innovative spirit.

Since 2012, Marissa has owned On the Spot Pop Ups, a company creating opportunities for makers and artists, partnering with major entities like Etsy Canada. She also leads Create the Rules, embodying her philosophy of forging new paths. As owner, she empowers individuals and organizations to break free from conventional thinking.

As Chief Strategist of Create the Rules Catalyst, the only Done-WITH-You support system for impact-driven business owners and entrepreneurs, Marissa ignites transformative change across industries, guiding clients to uncover opportunities and revolutionize their approaches. Her journey from schoolyard entrepreneur to influential strategist demonstrates the power of creative thinking and determination. Through her ventures, Marissa actively shapes the future of business with innovative solutions.

Connect with Marissa online

https://www.createtherules.com

https://www.youtube.com/@createtherules

https://www.instagram.com/@createtherules

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Set your 90-Day Goal with PATH (use code INSPIRED for 20% off)

We're back with Amanda McKinney, an accountability coach for women entrepreneurs, this week to share our results after setting a 90-Day goal upon the completion of Amanda's course PATH.

We’ve been talking a lot this week about how this is the year for collaboration.

Why is collaboration so important?

When you collaborate you build community.

Your productivity increases along with your confidence.

Especially for women entrepreneurs and women writers!

When women support and raise up other women, amazing things happen.

Collaboration enhances creativity and brings together diverse opinions allowing you to learn from others.

This is the year to connect and grow with people who build you up.

A team that helps you cross the finish line.

If you’re working on anything creative, it’s a marathon, not a sprint.

You’re in it for the long haul.

Find your hype crowd that shouts your name, cheers, claps and encourages you at every mile marker along the way.
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Your voice and your writing have purpose.

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